Accountancy

FASB Votes to Defer Revenue Recognition Rule
Growth Companies

FASB Votes to Defer Revenue Recognition Rule

The board votes to delay implementation for one year, after previously debating a two-year deferral.
By Matthew Heller | April 1, 2015
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PCC Worried About Debt Classification Change
GAAP and IFRS

PCC Worried About Debt Classification Change

Private companies say a new, principles-oriented approach for classifying debt as either "current' or 'noncurrent' may have unintended consequences.
By Matthew Heller | February 18, 2015
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Wanted: More Accountants
Management Accounting

Wanted: More Accountants

HR professionals say they have more openings for staff accountants than last year, but companies are still exercising restraint when filling positions.
By Iris Dorbian | July 14, 2014
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Lease Accounting Standard Inches Forward
Disclosure

Lease Accounting Standard Inches Forward

Despite disagreements about how to report leases, standard setters held firm Wednesday on putting all of them on the balance sheet.
By David Katz | March 20, 2014
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HP Audit Finds Proof Autonomy Fudged Accounting
Management Accounting

HP Audit Finds Proof Autonomy Fudged Accounting

Computer giant files report saying it has evidence that the British software firm inflated reported revenues prior to HP deal.
By Vincent Ryan | February 3, 2014
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A Bias For Charges
Corporate Finance

A Bias For Charges

Restructuring charges are the rage. But they can come back to haunt you.
By George Donnelly | January 1, 2000
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