Special Purpose Frameworks - The Alternative to GAAP FLEXCAST
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3.0 Credits
Member Price $147.00
Non-Member Price $169.00
Overview
Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) has become increasingly complex due to the changing environment. While this complexity is justified in many situations, many entities find that the cost does not justify the benefits. As a result, many entities look at an alternative to GAAP and turn to Special Purpose Frameworks. In this course we will look at the most popular alternative frameworks as well as some new and other interesting frameworks. We’ll also spend time on the theory that should go into your decision- making when deciding to use a Special Purpose Framework.
Highlights
Change from GAAP to an SPF. Financial Statement Theory. Economic Resources & Claims. Changes in Resources and Claims. Recognition and Measurement Issues. Presentation and Disclosure. Disclosure Guidelines. Major Differences Between FRF-SME and the Tax Basis of Accounting. Sections of the FRF-SME.
Prerequisites
None.
Designed For
CPAs, CFOs, controllers, financial professionals, and auditors.
Objectives
Define Special Purpose Frameworks and provide examples. Explain the differences between Special Purpose Frameworks and OCBOA. Explain the purpose of general-purpose financial statements. Explain what make financial statements useful. Apply a methodology for deciding on footnotes for a Special Purpose Framework. Cite the authoritative guidance for Special Purpose Frameworks. Define the four primary categories of Special Purpose Frameworks. Decide when it would be appropriate to use a Special Purpose Framework. Apply the Cash, Modified Cash and Tax bases of accounting. Explain the theory behind regulatory and contractual bases of accounting. Explain the major elements of IFRS-SME. Explain the major elements of FRF-SME. Apply resources for preparing financial statements under FRF-SME.
Preparation
None.
Notice
This is a FlexCast (no exam required) and may be viewed only Monday - Saturday, 5am - 5pm PT. You may take up to one year from the date of purchase to complete the course. Pause your FlexCast and resume at a convenient day during the hours above. Partial credit for 2+ credit courses: If you are unable to complete the course in one sitting, partial credit can be awarded (minimum of one credit). To earn the remaining credits, you must return later and start the course from the beginning. Use chat to ask questions of a subject matter expert during the program.
Leader(s):
Leader Bios
Jeff Sailor, Western CPE
Jeff Sailor, CPA, received a master’s degree in accounting from the University of Florida. Upon graduation, he joined the auditing staff at Peat Marwick in Jacksonville, Florida, where he worked on a large number of national accounts. Jeff has managed his own accounting firm in Ocala, Florida, since 1984. During that time, he has also developed unique auditing approaches and auditing software.
Since 1992, Jeff has been teaching accounting and auditing courses he developed to combat traditional “boring CPE.” Using a variety of creative teaching methods sprinkled with humorous video spoofs, Jeff is able to combine his in-depth accounting insights with humor in high-energy presentations. He’s also adept at presenting complex topics in a very practical, easy-to-understand manner, thus earning him rave reviews for more than 20 years. Jeff currently presents seminars, webcasts, and in-house instruction for Western CPE. He’s also a featured speaker at national conferences as well as at state and regional meetings.
For more than 10 years, Jeff has served as an AICPA peer reviewer, focusing on small firms and sole practitioners. He also served on the Resource Committee for the Private Company Financial Reporting Committee (PCFRC). Jeff has spoken at two NASBA national conferences on how to make education more engaging for practitioners.
Non-Member Price $169.00
Member Price $147.00