Tag: Financial reporting
Game of Thrones: The House of Lannister’s Financial Statements
April 27, 2016 by Michael Whitmire
The Economist recently published the article “Game of Loans,” which discusses the economics within HBO’s massive hit “Game of Thrones”.
For...
Navigating the IPO: The Accounting Manager’s Role
March 8, 2016 by Chris Sluty
For many growing organizations, the Initial Public Offering (IPO) is a beacon of success. Your company has ramped up sales,...
Navigating the IPO: An Interview Series
January 14, 2016 by Chris Sluty
For many growing organizations, the Initial Public Offering (IPO) is a beacon of success. Your company has ramped up sales,...
The End of Cash Accounting?
September 18, 2014 by Chris Sluty
Well, not if US lawmakers have anything to say about it. In a bipartisan vote the House of Representatives signed...
3 Benefits of Accounting Software for Staff Accountants
June 25, 2014 by Chris Sluty
As a staff accountant, you must prepare accurate journal entries, account reconciliations and schedules, every time you close the books....
The Top 5 Errors in Public Company Audits
May 8, 2014 by Chris Sluty
According to survey results released on April 10, major public company audits conducted by the six largest accounting firms are routinely...
HP and Autonomy Trade Accusations Over Accounting Error Disclosures
February 26, 2014 by Chris Sluty
Hewlett-Packard’s 2011 purchase of British software maker Autonomy for $11 billion has seemingly devolved into a mess of allegations about...
Nutty Accounting Costs Diamond $5 Million
February 5, 2014 by Chris Sluty
According to a report released on Jan. 9, 2014 by the Securities and Exchange Commission, snack food company Diamond Foods...
SEC to Examine Use of Non-GAAP Metrics
January 16, 2014 by Chris Sluty
In 2010, securities regulators eased rules regarding the use of non-GAAP metrics in financial reporting. Companies are now allowed to...
The CPA’s Role in Business Intelligence
November 19, 2013 by Chris Sluty
Business Intelligence: Cutting through the Clutter in Information Overload
Organizations typically turn to their CPAs for help in cutting through information...