The IASB has issued a narrow-scope amendment to IFRS 15 Revenue from Contracts with Customersdeferring the effective date of this standard by one year to annual reporting periods beginning on or after January 1, 2018 with earlier application permitted; as reported by The Standard. IASB confirms deferral of effective date by issuing formal amendment to the revenue Standard as reported
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This webinar is set for today at 12:30 p.m. ET Join Gena Griffin; the Regional Manager of Robert Half. Job seekers and Employers will both benefit from this comprehensive examination of: the hiring environment, overview of public accounting and financial services, local hiring trends, some of the biggest indicators that it’s time to hire. September 23, 2015; 12:30 p.m. ET
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Job seekers and Employers will both benefit from this comprehensive examination of: the hiring environment, overview of public accounting and financial services, local hiring trends, some of the biggest indicators that it’s time to hire. September 23, 2015; 12:30 p.m. ET CPA Canada is pleased to present: Robert Half, worldwide leader in professional consulting and staffing services, for a one-hour
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Webinar – Implementation Considerations for New Auditor Reporting Standards Where applicable, you are entitled to a one hour CPD credit (pending successful completion of the Quiz). CPA’s (where applicable) at no cost. Tune in to this webinar on October 6, 2015 (English) and October 7, 2015 (French) to learn about the AASB’s recently issued Invitation to Comment on the proposed effective dates and other considerations. Register
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Here at TheGAAP.net we started with a focus on providing information about IFRS standards. Now that out user base has grown and more accountants are joining our community, we have added ASPE information. You can visit our ASPE page for more information and updates. Additionally, we are also working with Mike Morley to bring ASPE Webinars for your professional development.
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Security is the top tech priority for Canadian and U.S. accountants The North America Top Technology Initiatives Survey ranks the top 10 tech initiatives and professional accountants on both sides of the border agree on the top two. “Preventing security threats such as data breaches and mobile device vulnerabilities remains a top concern for both Canadian and U.S. accountants” and
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A short time ago someone asked me if the rumor was true. I asked “What rumor?” He replied, “The one about IFRS forcing public companies to file management reports when they file their financial statements with the Ontario Securities Commission. I thought they had to file Management Discussion and Analysis Reports (MD&A) with their statements. Is there a difference between
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The following is taken from Mike Morley’s latest book “IFRS Simplified” IFRS: So many choices…. How is the accountant supposed to decide? International Financial Reporting Standards employ four key principles as guidelines to making decisions regarding which accounting treatment to apply in a particular situation. Should the asset be classified as available-for-sale or as available-for-use? Should the value assigned
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Although investor and stakeholder relations can’t be measured or calculated on a spreadsheet, their value can significantly impact your company’s bottom line. Your brand’s reputation and success are contingent upon effective relationships with not just clients, but also with others affected by how you do business. In short, healthy stakeholder and investor relations are crucial for running a sustainable enterprise.
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New Survey Shows Accountants Prefer Tackling Problems Over Crunching Numbers: as released on: TORONTO, March 18, 2015 /CNW/ – What do most accountants enjoy about their profession? Apparently 39% of accounting and finance professionals enjoy solving problems; as discovered in a Robert Half Finance & Accounting survey. While 29% enjoy making strategic recommendations for the business to give them the
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