ETHICAL ISSUES IN MANAGERIAL ACCOUNTING The aim of this paper is to highlight in the light of the empirical researches conducted previously the presence of ethical issues and dilemmas in managerial accounting. The implications of which can be disastrous bringing colossal giants crumbling to their knees. The prime aim is to throw light at the subtle inconsistencies that can cost the companies far more than just money but their entire image. The asset of ‘good will’ has its nemesis in these unethical
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government accounting principles and professional standards. An accounting specialist also aids federal authorities in evaluating budget data‚ estimating revenue and expense levels‚ and adjusting social programs. Based on theories: Advantages: * Challenging‚ Rewarding and Fulfilling Work * Excellent Benefits * Job Availability and Demand * Competitive Salaries * Career Progression Disadvantage: * Without solid government accounting experience
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CHAPTER 9 Reporting and Analyzing Long-Lived Assets ANSWERS TO QUESTIONS 1. For plant assets‚ the cost principle states that plant assets are recorded at cost‚ which consists of all expenditures necessary to acquire the asset and make it ready for its intended use. 2. In a cash transaction‚ cost is equal to the cash paid. In a noncash transaction‚ cost is equal to the cash equivalent price paid‚ which is the fair market value of the asset given up or the fair market value of the asset received
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In the present day forensic accounting plays a huge role in many of the court cases publicized by the media. With the spotlight on the profession‚ this is a good opportunity to discuss the following topics: 1) Five skills that a forensic accountant needs to possess. 2) The role of a forensic accountant within a courtroom environment. 3) Analyze the legal responsibility a forensic accountant has while providing service to a business. 4) Examine two cases where forensic
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Chapter 1 Managerial accountingis the process of identifying‚ measuring‚ analyzing‚ interpreting‚ and communicating information in pursuit of an organizations goals. Managerial accounting is an integral part of the management process‚ and managerial accountants are important strategic partners in an organizations management team. Four fundamental management processes that help organizations attain their goals Decision making‚ Planning(developing a detailed financial and operational description of
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1. In an accounting information system‚ which of the following is NOT a transformational process? a. collecting data b. analyzing data *c. performance reporting d. summarizing data 2. Which of the following is NOT a process associated with an accounting information system? *a. auditing existing data b. collecting and recording data c. providing information to users d. analyzing and managing data 3. In an accounting information system‚ the inputs are usually a.
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lender or investor. To obtain funding‚ you need to convince a lender / investor that your business is more than a hobby. You need to demonstrate that you have a firm grasp of your business‚ the accounting practices that impact your business‚ the controls needed to safeguard assets‚ and which accounting system will produce accurate and relevant financial information. Write a six to eight (6-8) page business plan in which you: 1. Describe the type of business you have created including: a. The
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Unit 9 Final Project: Integrity in Accounting “In 2001 and 2002 corporate giants like Enron‚ Global Crossing‚ and WorldCom were forced to declare bankruptcy‚ and massive accounting and other irregularities were revealed… In response to the public outcry that ensued‚ the [Sarbanes-Oxley] Act was enacted” (Lander‚ 2004‚ p. 1). Officials feared that because of these scandals in the financial reporting industry that investor confidence would be lost‚ which would cause the economy to deteriorate.
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1 * Germany 2 * Japan 2 Hofstede’s cultural dimensions 2 Accounting Practices predictions 3 Opacity Impacts on Business Investments 4 Limitations in Financial Reports‚ with respect to Ratios and Accounting Practices 4 Conclusion 5 Recommendations 5 Appendix 6 Appendix 1 – Development factors of UK‚ Germany and Japan 7 Appendix 2 – Hofsted’s social dimension model 9 Appendix 3 – Gray’s Accounting Values 9 Appendix 4 – Strength and Weaknesses of Hofstede’s Model 11
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sources of information for a statement of cash flows. Discuss special problems in preparing a statement of cash flows. Explain the use of a work sheet in preparing a statement of cash flows. Copyright © 2010 John Wiley & Sons‚ Inc. Kieso‚ Intermediate Accounting‚ 13/e Instructor’s Manual (For Instructor Use Only) 23-1 CHAPTER REVIEW 1. Corporate investors and potential investors seek information about the financial position‚ results of operations‚ and cash flow. The required presentation
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