Differences In Balance Sheet Disclosure Under Ifrs

Author : alfred Mully
Publisher : GRIN Verlag
Page : 50 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2014-01-21
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9783656578970

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Differences in balance sheet disclosure under IFRS by alfred Mully Pdf

Research Paper (postgraduate) from the year 2008 in the subject Business economics - Banking, Stock Exchanges, Insurance, Accounting, grade: A, University of Amsterdam, language: English, abstract: Since January first, 2005, IFRS is mandatory for the financial reporting of all listed companies within the European Union. This is in order to increase comparability, improve transparency and increase the quality of financial reporting (EC Regulation No. 1606/2002). However, although it is the objective of the European Union to become more united, there are significant differences in the backgrounds of the European countries. This research analyzes cross-country differences in disclosure in the balance sheets of companies, based on the level of enforcement, the prior accounting system and the legal system. The sample consists of 170 companies from France, Germany, the Netherlands, Spain and the United Kingdom. The variables are based on the recognition materiality concept and indicate the amount of detail in the disclosure in the balance sheets. The recognition materiality concept provides a limit below which disclosure is considered not material, based on the size and therefore is an indication for the amount of detail. The results indicate that the legal system has the strongest influence on the disclosure in balance sheets. Companies from common law countries provide significant more detailed balance sheet accounts in their annual reports, than companies from code law countries.

Author : Abbas A. Mirza,Nandakumar Ankarath
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 1001 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2012-10-05
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781118233825

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Wiley International Trends in Financial Reporting under IFRS by Abbas A. Mirza,Nandakumar Ankarath Pdf

Wiley International Financial Reporting Trends provides copious examples of footnote disclosures and financial statement formats, carefully culled from the world's leading international companies ("Global 500") that are already compliant with IFRS and report under IFRS standards promulgated by the International Accounting Standards Board, the IASB. Arranged topically, this book is a quick source of reference to find answers to issues of interest to financial statement preparers. It provides hundreds of illustrations taken from financial statements prepared under IFRS by global conglomerates thereby helping preparers and users of financial statements to expeditiously obtain examples of footnote disclosures and financial statements presented under these Standards which are popularly referred to as "principles-based" standards (as opposed to "rules-based" standards). Additionally, Wiley International Financial Reporting Trends contains comparisons of IFRS to US GAAP, Indian GAAP, and Chinese GAAP, making it a truly global reference resource.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 811 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Accounting
ISBN : 6613977330

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Wiley International Trends in Financial Reporting Under IFRS. by Anonim Pdf

Author : Thomas R. Robinson,Elaine Henry,Wendy L. Pirie,Michael A. Broihahn
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 1064 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2015-01-30
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781119029748

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International Financial Statement Analysis by Thomas R. Robinson,Elaine Henry,Wendy L. Pirie,Michael A. Broihahn Pdf

Better analysis for more accurate international financial valuation International Financial Statement Analysis provides the most up-to-date detail for the successful assessment of company performance and financial position regardless of country of origin. The seasoned experts at the CFA Institute offer readers a rich, clear reference, covering all aspects from financial reporting mechanics and standards to understanding income and balance sheets. Comprehensive guidance toward effective analysis techniques helps readers make real-world use of the knowledge presented, with this new third edition containing the most current standards and methods for the post-crisis world. Coverage includes the complete statement analysis process, plus information on income tax accounting, employee compensation, and the impact of foreign exchange rates on the statements of multinational corporations. Financial statement analysis gives investment professionals important insights into the true financial condition of a company. With it, realistic valuations can be made for investment, lending, or merger and acquisition purposes. The process is becoming increasingly complex, but this book helps readers deal with the practical challenges that arise at the international level. Understand the accounting mechanics behind financial reporting Discover the differences between statements from around the world Learn how each financial statement element affects securities valuation Master analysis for clues into operations and risk characteristics Amid an uncertain global economic climate, in today's volatile international markets, the ability to effectively evaluate financial statements is a critical skill. Standards and conditions are continuously evolving, and investment professionals need a strong, up-to-date resource for the latest rules and best practices. International Financial Statement Analysis provides this and more, with clarity and expert advice.

Author : Steve Collings
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 789 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2016-10-28
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781784515362

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UK Financial Statements - Presentation and Disclosure Requirements by Steve Collings Pdf

Accounting standards in the UK and Republic of Ireland are going through a radical change. This book outlines the changes concerned, how they affect companies, what differences exist between the new and the old rules and what practitioners and directors should be aware of in producing financial statements for statutory purposes. To aid this theory, numerous worked examples and illustrative model accounts are included to help preparers understand how these changes should be implemented.Practitioners and preparers of accounts need to be fully versed in the changes to accounting practice and the stumbling blocks to avoid under the new rules. Each chapter contains a 'Pitfalls to avoid' section as well as a 'Chapter summary' to help preparers to understand the key differences. Invariably, if the accounts themselves are incorrect due to a misunderstanding of the new treatments, the resulting tax will be incorrect.UK Financial Statements: Presentation and Disclosure Requirements provides a comprehensive overview of the new reporting regimes in the UK and Republic of Ireland. Written by an expert in UK company financial reporting issues, it includes illustrative financial statements, model disclosures and the structure of the primary statements under new UK GAAP andEU-adopted IFRS. The appendices also contain useful disclosure checklists.The book is ideal for: Practitioners dealing with all types of companies Tax advisers Company directors Students studying for professional examinationsCoverage includes:Introduction;Overview of the revised Companies Act 2006;Summary of new UK GAAP and emerging issues and how to deal with them;Overview of small and micro-entity reporting requirements;Sample micro-entity financial statements;Sample small company financial statements;Sample medium-sized company financial statements;Sample large (unlisted) company financial statements;Sample EU-adopted IFRS financial statements;Abridged and adapted financial statements;Consolidated financial statements - overview of the requirements;Sample consolidated financial statements prepared to UK GAAP;Sample consolidated financial statements prepared to EU-adopted IFRS;Auditing financial statement disclosures.Appendices include: Disclosure checklists for micro-entities, small companies, medium-sized companies, large companies and EU-endorsed IFRS.

Author : Michael Mehnert
Publisher : GRIN Verlag
Page : 33 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9783640511303

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The Accounting of Deferred Taxes Under IFRS by Michael Mehnert Pdf

Seminar paper from the year 2009 in the subject Business economics - Accounting and Taxes, grade: 1,7, AKAD University of Applied Sciences Stuttgart, course: IFRS, language: English, abstract: 1 Introduction In a global economy there is a need for common accounting rules. It is simply important for an enterprise to know that national and international stock exchange rules require the application of internationally accepted accounting directives. So there are several good reasons for a trend towards internationalization. For an investor means internationaliza-tion usually accompanied by a standardization of accounting rules that he can compare financial statements quicker and easier. There are no longer time- consuming and ex-pensive conversions of financial statements necessary. Internalization means also that the national differences in the determination of profit will disappear. Standardization would give the term "profit" substance and would allow the comparison of financial statements of different enterprises from several countries. In the European Union enterprises have a special responsibility since 2005. On the 12th of March 2002 the European Parliament endorsed the EC Commission's proposal that all EU listed companies must follow standards issued by the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) in their consolidated financial statements starting no later than 2005. In this assignment I want to give a short overview about what the main principles of the International Financial Accounting Principles (IFRS) are all about and what differences to the German Statutory Accounting Rules (HGB) can be distinguished (chapter 2). Then I want to focus on the accounting of deferred taxes under IFRS (chapter 3). After a definition of deferral I want to explain the concepts and methods of deferral in this part. Finally I will have a closer look on deferred tax assets and deferred tax liabilities.

Author : Khanh Pham-Gia
Publisher : GRIN Verlag
Page : 61 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2009-07
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9783640382927

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Consolidated Financial Statements in IAS/IFRS and German GAAP - Major Differences Explained by Khanh Pham-Gia Pdf

Research Paper (undergraduate) from the year 2008 in the subject Business economics - Business Management, Corporate Governance, grade: 1,3, University of applied sciences, Munich, language: English, abstract: Due to a regulation of the European Union (EU) concerning financial accounting issued on June 6th, 2002, all listed companies in EU are obligated to provide their Consolidated Financial Statements (CFS) in accordance with financial accounting principles of International Accounting Standards (IAS) or International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) from January 1st, 2005. This regulation enables a necessary harmonization of accounting principles within the EU and supports a clear comparability of CFS worldwide. The object of this study is to analyze major differences of CFS in German GAAP and IAS/IFRS. Thereby, variations of both accounting standards are compared and a major difference is explained thoroughly with a concrete example. The major differences of CFS in IAS/IFRS and German GAAP result from different aims of both accounting standards. The German GAAP is strongly based on prudence principle for protection of creditors and authoritative principle (tax accounting based on commercial accounting). In comparison, the IAS/IFRS deliver potential investors realistic and decision useful information about assets, finance, and profit situations of a company (true and fair view / fair presentation principle). These basic principles could be reflected in several key points of the both accounting standards whose differences are clarified in this study. Furthermore, an essential key point of CFS namely the basis of consolidation (contains enterprises included in the consolidation and capital consolidation methods) is illuminated with a concrete example. Hereby, the relation between the control influence of the parent enterprise on its "sub-entities" and the correspondent capital consolidation methods are studied.

Author : International Accounting Standards Committee Foundation
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Accounting
ISBN : CORNELL:31924098330081

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Internationl Financial Reporting Standard 1 by International Accounting Standards Committee Foundation Pdf

Author : Andreas Krimpmann
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 856 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2015-03-18
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781118751381

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Principles of Group Accounting under IFRS by Andreas Krimpmann Pdf

A professional perspective to implementing IFRS 10, 11, and12 The new International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) 10,11, and 12 are changing group accounting for many businesses. Asbusiness becomes increasingly global, more and more firms will needto transition using the codes and techniques described inPrinciples of Group Accounting under IFRS. This book is apractical guide and reference to the standards related toconsolidated financial statements, joint arrangements, anddisclosure of interests. Fully illustrated with a step-by-step casestudy, Principles of Group Accounting under IFRS is equallyvaluable as an introductory text and as a reference for addressingspecific issues that may arise in the process of consolidatinggroup accounts. The new international standards will bring about significantchanges in group reporting, and it is essential for accountants,auditors, and business leaders to understand their implications.Author Andreas Krimpmann is an internationally recognized authorityon the transition from GAAP to IFRS, and this new text comespackaged with GAAP/IFRS comparison resources that will help makethe changes clear. Other bonus resources include an Excel-basedconsolidation tool, checklists, and a companion website with thelatest information. Learn about: Definitions, requirements, processes, and transition techniquesfor IFRS 10, 11, and 12 covering group level accounting Practical implementation strategies demonstrated through aclear case study of a midsize group Key concepts related to consolidated financial statements,joint ventures, management consolidation, and disclosure ofinterests Comparisons between GAAP and IFRS to clarify the requiredchanges for international firms Whatever stage of the consolidation process you are in, you willappreciate the professional perspective in Principles of GroupAccounting under IFRS.

Author : Bruce Mackenzie,Danie Coetsee,Tapiwa Njikizana,Raymond Chamboko
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 1324 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2011-01-25
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781118037096

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Wiley Interpretation and Application of International Financial Reporting Standards 2011 by Bruce Mackenzie,Danie Coetsee,Tapiwa Njikizana,Raymond Chamboko Pdf

A one-stop resource for understanding current International Financial Reporting Standards As the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) makes significant strides in achieving global convergence of accounting standards worldwide, the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) become extremely important to the accounting world. Wiley IFRS 2011 provides the necessary tools for understanding the IASB standards and offers practical guidance and expertise on how to use and implement them. Covers the most recent International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and IFRIC interpretations An indispensable guide to IFRS compliance Provides a complete explanation of all IFRS requirements, coupled with copious illustrations of how to apply the rules in complex, real-world situations Written by two well-known international experts on the subject with hands-on experience in applying these standards, this book is an indispensable guide to IFRS compliance.

Author : International Accounting Standards Committee
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 58 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Accounting
ISBN : CORNELL:31924080727278

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Presentation of Financial Statements by International Accounting Standards Committee Pdf

Author : Bruce Mackenzie,Danie Coetsee,Tapiwa Njikizana,Raymond Chamboko,Blaise Colyvas,Brandon Hanekom
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 1319 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2012-01-18
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781118235164

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Wiley IFRS 2012 by Bruce Mackenzie,Danie Coetsee,Tapiwa Njikizana,Raymond Chamboko,Blaise Colyvas,Brandon Hanekom Pdf

Your one-stop resource for understanding current International Financial Reporting Standards – now made even more useful: your purchase of Wiley IFRS 2012 includes a free ePDF of the entire book! As the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) continues towards its goal of a set of high quality financial reporting standards, and makes significant strides in achieving global convergence of accounting standards worldwide, International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) continue to be important to the accounting world. Wiley IFRS 2012 provides the necessary tools for understanding the IASB standards and offers practical guidance and expertise on how to use and implement them. Covers the most recent International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and IFRIC interpretations An indispensable guide to IFRS compliance Provides a complete explanation of all IFRS requirements, coupled with copious illustrations of how to apply the rules in complex, real-world situations Written by a world-class team of authors active in IFRS consulting, training, working with multinational listed companies, public sector entities and SMEs, this book is an indispensable guide to IFRS compliance. And see inside the book for full details on how to download the entire book as a free ePDF, for quick searching and checking on your computer wherever you are!

Author : Khanh Pham-Gia
Publisher : GRIN Verlag
Page : 28 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2009-07-24
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9783640383337

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Consolidated financial statements in IAS/IFRS and German GAAP – Major differences explained by Khanh Pham-Gia Pdf

Research Paper (undergraduate) from the year 2008 in the subject Business economics - Business Management, Corporate Governance, grade: 1,3, University of applied sciences, Munich, language: English, abstract: Due to a regulation of the European Union (EU) concerning financial accounting issued on June 6th, 2002, all listed companies in EU are obligated to provide their Consolidated Financial Statements (CFS) in accordance with financial accounting principles of International Accounting Standards (IAS) or International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) from January 1st, 2005. This regulation enables a necessary harmonization of accounting principles within the EU and supports a clear comparability of CFS worldwide. The object of this study is to analyze major differences of CFS in German GAAP and IAS/IFRS. Thereby, variations of both accounting standards are compared and a major difference is explained thoroughly with a concrete example. The major differences of CFS in IAS/IFRS and German GAAP result from different aims of both accounting standards. The German GAAP is strongly based on prudence principle for protection of creditors and authoritative principle (tax accounting based on commercial accounting). In comparison, the IAS/IFRS deliver potential investors realistic and decision useful information about assets, finance, and profit situations of a company (true and fair view / fair presentation principle). These basic principles could be reflected in several key points of the both accounting standards whose differences are clarified in this study. Furthermore, an essential key point of CFS namely the basis of consolidation (contains enterprises included in the consolidation and capital consolidation methods) is illuminated with a concrete example. Hereby, the relation between the control influence of the parent enterprise on its “sub-entities” and the correspondent capital consolidation methods are studied.

Author : Ruth Ann McEwen
Publisher : Harriman House Limited
Page : 154 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2009-07-31
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780857190222

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Transparency in Financial Reporting by Ruth Ann McEwen Pdf

By January 2012 all major economies, apart from the US, will provide financial reports using International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). This book sets out the key differences between IFRS and US GAAP from a practitioner's perspective, although financial analysts will also benefit from the material presented. The financial crisis has been attributed to, among other things, a perceived lack of transparency in the financial markets. In general, transparency implies an ability to see the reported results of an entity's financial activities clearly and to use these results in making investment decisions. At question is the belief that transparency in financial reporting will lead to transparency in financial markets. Unfortunately, this link may be more subjective than most of us wish. Ruth Ann McEwen presents an analysis of reporting issues affecting transparency under IFRS, compared with US GAAP, and suggests areas of concern for preparers and users of financial reports. Providing an invaluable guide for all accountancy professionals, the book also contains a technical analysis of major accounting issues raised by convergence, and indicates areas of interest during initial adoption of IFRS by US entities. This authoritative book provides all the essential information required for advanced practitioners and analysts at this critical juncture.

Author : Abbas A. Mirza,Graham Holt,Magnus Orrell
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 622 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2010-05-27
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780470893609

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International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) Workbook and Guide by Abbas A. Mirza,Graham Holt,Magnus Orrell Pdf

International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) Workbook and Guide is a one stop resource for understanding and applying current International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and offers: Easy-to-understand explanations of all IFRSs/IASs and IFRICs/SICs issued by the IASB/IASC up to March 2006 Illustrative examples Practical insights Worked case studies Multiple-choice questions with solutions Technically reviewed by Liesel Knorr, Secretary General of the German Accounting Standards Committee and former technical director of the International Accounting Standards Committee (IASC). Forewords by: Sir David Tweedie, Chairman of the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) Philippe Richard, Secretary General of the International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO)