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Understanding the Latest Accounting Standards Update 2023-01 Leases: Common Control Arrangements

Withum

The subject of accounting standards is of utmost importance in the business world. With the ever-evolving nature of the global economy, it becomes imperative to align accounting practices and regulations with the changing needs of organizations. This update addressed two issues: Terms and Conditions and Leasehold Improvements.

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The PCAOB Asked Big Firms How They’re Using Generative AI

Going Concern

Exactly what they said was: The PCAOB’s standard-setting agenda includes a research project to assess whether there is a need for guidance, changes to PCAOB standards, or other regulatory actions in light of the increased use of technology-based tools in the preparation and subsequent audit of financial statements.

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How to Use ChatGPT to Create Forms and Templates for Accounting Firms

CPA Practice

Request for Information (RFI) Form: To formally request additional information or clarification from clients on specific financial matters. Internal Audit Checklist: For conducting audits within the firm to ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations.

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Overview of Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) for Government Contractors

Cherry Bekaert

Among those regulations are the Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), which are one of the most common challenges faced by emerging government contractors. Compliance with CAS is a contractual obligation, and failure to adhere to these standards can result in financial penalties, contract adjustments and contract termination.

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Unlocking the Value: The Essentials of Purchase Price Allocation

Withum

Obtaining a PPA is important for several reasons, particularly the following: Accurate Financial Reporting PPAs ensure that the financial statements of the acquiring company accurately reflect the fair value of the assets and liabilities acquired in the business combination.

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ASC 842 Lease Accounting for Tenants and Landlords

Withum

The new lease accounting standards under ASC 842 were effective for private companies beginning January 1, 2022. These new standards require companies to record substantially all leases on their balance sheets and will affect real estate leases for both tenants and landlords. Author: Lauren Riso | lriso@withum.com.

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How to Simplify Your Accounting in a Business Acquisition

Anders CPA

One of those being the accounting involved in combining businesses. To help simplify purchase accounting for business combinations involving private companies, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) issued Accounting Standards Update (“ASU”) 2014-18 back in December 2014.