A Cross-Country Empirical Investigation of Corruption and its Relationship to Economic, Cultural, and Monitoring Institutions: An Examination of the Role of Accounting and Financial Statements Quality

2002 ◽  
Vol 17 (4) ◽  
pp. 325-350 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marinilka Barros Kimbro
Keyword(s):  
Financial Reporting ◽  
Empirical Investigation ◽  
Financial Statements ◽  
Financial Accounting ◽  
Accounting Systems ◽  
Financial Reporting Standards ◽  
Information Monitoring ◽  
Per Capita ◽  
Cross Country

This paper empirically tests a model that links economic, cultural, and information/monitoring variables to corruption in 61 countries. The results offer significant evidence to suggest that higher GNP per capita, moderate economic growth, effective legal and financial accounting systems, collectivist values and low power distance are associated with countries that have low corruption. Countries that have better laws, more effective judiciary, good financial reporting standards, and a higher concentration of accountants are found to be less corrupt.

Composition and characteristics of the financial statements elements in accordance with IFRS

2020 ◽  
pp. 36-42
Author(s):  
Mohammad Tariq Jassim
Keyword(s):  
Financial Reporting ◽  
Financial Statements ◽  
International Financial Reporting Standards ◽  
International Accounting ◽  
Reporting Standards ◽  
Financial Reporting Standards ◽  
Current Trends ◽  
Similarities And Differences ◽  
Qualitative Characteristics

In a market economy, the role of International Financial Reporting Standards is increasing. In order to understand their significance in modern conditions it seems necessary to consider the peculiarities of evolution of IFRS formation. The article reflects actual issues concerning the role and significance of International Accounting and Reporting Standards in modern conditions. The author has defined the necessity of applying International Accounting and Reporting Standards by Russian companies. The article highlights the main elements and users of financial statements prepared on the basis of IFRS, and analyzes the similarities and differences that exist in the formation of financial statements, based on the requirements of IFRS and RAS. The main qualitative characteristics of financial statements are considered in detail. Based on the results of the research, the author has identified current trends in the transition to international financial reporting standards.

scholarly journals PENGARUH PEMAHAMAN MANAJER TENTANG STANDAR AKUNTANSI KEUANGAN SYARIAH DAN PERAN DEWAN PENGAWAS SYARIAH TERHADAP KUALITAS LAPORAN KEUANGAN BPRS DI ACEH

2017 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-8
Author(s):  
Suazhari Suazhari
Keyword(s):  
Social Science ◽  
Human Resources ◽  
Financial Reporting ◽  
Supervisory Board ◽  
Accounting Standards ◽  
Financial Statements ◽  
Financial Accounting ◽  
Purposive Sampling

This study aimed to determine the effect of managers understanding of sharia financial accounting standards, and the influence of Islamic Sharia Supervisory Board on the quality of the financial statements of BPRS in Aceh. The qualified financial statements has principal characteristics: understandable, relevant, reliable and comparable. The manager understanding of Sharia Financial Accounting Standards and the role of Islamic Sharia Supervisory Board should play a role in achieving quality financial statements. Factor of limited human resources can be a factor that will not achieve the quality of financial reporting. Managers and Sharia Supervisory Board on the BPRS are two of the human resources role in BPRS operations. The sample in this study is the BPRS in Aceh. Survey respondents totaled 35 people who have positions in the BPRS as a director, managers and the Sharia Supervisory Board. Sampling was purposive sampling. The analysis method used is multiple linear regression using the computer software Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS). The results of this study showed a significant effect between managers understanding of Sharia Financial Accounting Standards on the quality of financial reporting and the existence of a significant effect between the role of the Sharia Supervisory Board on the quality of financial statements.Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh pemahaman manajer tentang Standar Akuntansi Keuangan Syariah dan pengaruh Dewan Pengawas Syariah terhadap kualitas laporan keuangan BPRS di Aceh. Laporan keuangan berkualitas memiliki karakteristik kualitatif pokok yaitu: dapat dipahami, relevan, handal dan dapat dibandingkan. Pemahaman manajer tentang Standar Akuntansi Keuangan Syariah dan Peran Dewan Pengawas Syariah semestinya berperan dalam mewujudkan laporan keuangan yang berkualitas.Faktor keterbatasan sumber daya manusia dapat menjadi faktor yang menghalangi tidak tercapainya laporan keuangan yang berkualitas.Manajer dan Dewan Pengawas Syariah pada BPRS merupakan dua diantara sumber daya manusia yang berperan dalam operasional BPRS.Sampel pada penelitian ini adalah BPRS yang ada di Aceh.Responden penelitian berjumlah 35 orang yang memiliki jabatan di BPRS sebagai direktur, kepala bagian dan Dewan Pengawas Syariah.Pengambilan sampel secara purposive sampling. Metode analisis yang dipergunakan adalah regresi linear berganda dengan menggunakan software komputer Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS).Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan adanya pengaruh yang signifikan antara pemahaman manajer tentang Standar Akuntansi Keuangan Syariah terhadap kualitas laporan keuangan dan juga adanya pengaruh yang signifikan antara peran Dewan Pengawas Syariah terhadap kualitas laporan keuangan.

scholarly journals Analysis of Zakat Accounting and the Role of the Internal Control System based on Financial Accounting Standards Guidelines (PSAK 109) Zakat Agency in Indonesia

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 192
Author(s):  
Hari Setiyawati
Keyword(s):  
Control System ◽  
Financial Reporting ◽  
Internal Control ◽  
Accounting Standards ◽  
Financial Statements ◽  
Financial Accounting ◽  
Significant Positive Effect ◽  
Internal Control System ◽  
Positive Effect

This research was carried out because of the phenomenon of the large potential of zakat in Indonesia and the large number of zakat funds that were corrupted due to unaccountable financial reporting. Many payers of zakat (muzakki) still do not believe in National Zakat Agency (BAZNAS), so zakat payments are often not made through the official of BAZNAS. This research was carried out through a survey which was designed to examine the accountability of financial reporting at the amil zakat and amil zakat institutions in Jakarta and Banten, related to internal control competencies and financial reporting accountability. The expected results of this study are an increase in the accountability of financial reporting by conducting sharia accounting training for staff in amil zakat and amil zakat institutions in Jakarta and Banten. The goal of this study is to contribute scientifically to the science of sharia accounting, specifically accounting for zakat, and to assist accounting departments in preparing financial statements. The results of this study state that compliance with the application of zakat accounting with Financial Accounting Standards Guidelines (PSAK 109) had no significant effect on financial reporting accountability, while the role of the internal control system had a significant positive effect on financial reporting accountability.

Response to the SEC’s Proposed Rule—Roadmap for the Potential Use of Financial Statements Prepared in Accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) by U.S. Issuers

2010 ◽  
Vol 24 (1) ◽  
pp. 117-128 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mark Bradshaw ◽  
Carolyn Callahan ◽  
Jack Ciesielski ◽  
Elizabeth A. Gordon ◽  
Leslie Hodder ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Financial Reporting ◽  
Accounting Standards ◽  
Financial Statements ◽  
Financial Accounting ◽  
International Financial Reporting Standards ◽  
Reporting Standards ◽  
Financial Accounting Standards Board ◽  
Financial Reporting Standards ◽  
Near Term ◽  
Potential Use

SYNOPSIS: The Financial Reporting Policy Committee of the Financial Accounting and Reporting Section of the American Accounting Association (hereafter, the AAA FRPC or the committee) is charged with responding to discussion memoranda and exposure drafts on financial accounting and reporting issues. This response is to the SEC’s proposed rule, Roadmap for the Potential Use of Financial Statements Prepared in Accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) by U.S. Issuers. Based on a review of the literature, the AAA FRPC has concluded that a move to an international set of financial reporting standards is a desirable goal. We have also concluded that continued convergence of U.S. GAAP with IFRS by joint relations between the International Accounting Standards Board (hereafter, IASB) and the Financial Accounting Standards Board (hereafter, FASB) is preferable to near-term adoption of IFRS as a strategy for convergence.

scholarly journals Peculiarities of accounting of reserves and unfinished production in the system of national accounts

2019 ◽  
pp. 72-77
Author(s):  
D. I. Gelaev ◽  
M. G. Uspaeva
Keyword(s):  
Financial Reporting ◽  
Financial Statements ◽  
Reporting Standards ◽  
National Accounts ◽  
Accounting Systems ◽  
Financial Reporting Standards ◽  
System Of National Accounts ◽  
Macroeconomic Indicators ◽  
Main Components ◽  
Market Output

The article has been devoted to the study of the problems of applying the information of financial statements of enterprises and organizations in the formation of fundamental macroeconomic indicators. The features of the methodology of the agreed accounting systems have been examined, the theoretical aspects of inventory accounting and unfinished production, when assessing the market output in the System of National Accounts, have been studied. The main macroeconomic indicators in International financial reporting standards (IFRS) and the System of National Accounts have been considered. The main components of the gross output and assumptions, on the basis of which the choice of the intermediate account format, have been adduced.

Good Intentions at Good Grains, Inc.

2012 ◽  
Vol 28 (1) ◽  
pp. 115-129 ◽  
Author(s):  
Susan B. Hughes ◽  
Cathy Beaudoin ◽  
Russell R. Boedeker
Keyword(s):  
Financial Reporting ◽  
Financial Statements ◽  
External Pressure ◽  
Financial Accounting ◽  
Managerial Accounting ◽  
Ethical Considerations ◽  
Generally Accepted Accounting Principles ◽  
Financial Reporting Standards ◽  
Gray Area ◽  
Accounting Principles

ABSTRACT: This case addresses the “gray” area associated with the use of accounting discretion as it relates to expense line item reclassifications. Such a context allows for an examination of the pressures that influence accounting decisions, and provides a glimpse into how managers might manage reported expenses. The reader meets analyst David Johnson when, as a result of both internal and external pressure to keep research and development (R&D) costs within budget, he is asked to find ways to reclassify R&D costs into other expense areas. As a result of the request, David immerses himself in the task in order to identify, within generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), opportunities to reclassify R&D expenses to cost of goods sold. He ultimately proposes three separate reclassification entries that, although technically within GAAP guidelines, involve the use of accounting discretion. All three entries are approved by the accounting team. Financial accounting, managerial accounting, and M.B.A. students report that the case enhanced their knowledge of financial reporting and helped them understand ethical considerations associated with the preparation of financial statements. Accounting professionals report the case realistically depicts what accountants face in the workplace. A case extension using International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) is also provided.

Financial statement comparability in the extractive industry

2020 ◽  
Vol 33 (3) ◽  
pp. 523-541
Author(s):  
Christelle Smith ◽  
Elmar R. Venter
Keyword(s):  
Financial Reporting ◽  
Mineral Resources ◽  
Financial Statements ◽  
Financial Statement ◽  
Accounting Standard ◽  
Extractive Industry ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Financial Reporting Standards ◽  
Ifrs Adoption ◽  
Cross Country

Purpose This paper aims to investigate financial statement comparability in the extractive industry. This paper focuses on the extractive industry because International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) contain limited guidance on the accounting treatment for exploration and evaluation (E&E) costs and IFRS 6 – Exploration for and Evaluation of Mineral Resources allowed firms to continue with existing divergent accounting treatment of E&E costs. Design/methodology/approach The authors use data from Australia, a country that adopted IFRS in 2005 with a large extractive industry. They also compare changes in cross-country comparability around the IFRS adoption date between Australian firms and adopters relative to Australian firms and non-adopters to better isolate changes in comparability that are attributable to the adoption of IFRS from other sources that are not related to the adoption of IFRS. The authors measure comparability consistent with De Franco et al. (2011) where financial statements are comparable when two firms produce similar accounting amounts for similar economic events. Findings For non-extractive industry firms, the authors find the comparability of financial statements of Australian firms increased with other adopters and that this increase was relatively greater than the increase with non-adopter firms. This evidence is consistent with comparability benefits associated with the adoption of IFRS. However, for extractive industry firms, the authors do not find a significantly greater increase in the comparability of financial statements of Australian firms with adopters relative to the increase with non-adopters, suggesting that the increase is likely not associated with the adoption of IFRS. In additional analysis, they find that following IFRS adoption non-extractive Australian firms have greater within-country comparability relative to extractive Australian firms, while there was no difference in the pre-adoption period. Originality/value The evidence suggests that the divergent practices for E&E costs under IFRS 6 and the lack of an accounting standard that deals with matters relating to the extractive industry hinder the comparability of financial statements in this industry.

scholarly journals ANALISIS PENERAPAN PSAK 50 DAN PSAK 55 ATAS CADANGAN KERUGIAN PENURUNAN NILAI

2014 ◽  
Vol 8 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Yusni Husain ◽  
Jullie J. Sondakh ◽  
Heince Wokas
Keyword(s):  
Financial Reporting ◽  
Accounting Standards ◽  
Financial Statements ◽  
Financial Accounting ◽  
Financial Assets ◽  
International Accounting Standards ◽  
Financial Instruments ◽  
Financial Accounting Standards Board ◽  
Financial Reporting Standards ◽  
Ias 39

The application of the new accounting standards that are influential in the banking convergence with International Financial Reporting Standards and International Accounting Standards discussed in (IAS) 39 on recognition and measurement of financial instruments. Financial Accounting Standards Board issued Statement of Financial Accounting Standards (SFAS) 50 and 55 of the Presentation, Recognition and Measurement of Financial Instruments will be effective on January 1, 2012. Allowance for Impairment (Impairment Loss) is derived from the value of the amount to be recorded at recoverable value of the asset. This research was conducted at PT. Bank Mandiri Unit 1 Datulolong Lasut Manado (Persero) Tbk . The purpose of this study was to determine the extent of the application of SFAS 50 and SFAS 55 to the recognition, measurement and presentation of the allowance for impairment losses PT. Bank Mandiri Unit 1 Datulolong Lasut Manado (Persero) Tbk. The results suggest the application of SFAS 50 and SFAS 55 top Allowance for Impairment Losses by PT Bank Mandiri Tbk. compliance with applicable standards.The process of recognition of Allowance for Impairment Losses at amortized value using the effective interest rate. Measuring the level of collective impairment for financial assets is calculated based on the loss historical collectively. Presentation of receivables in the financial statements is the value after deducting the allowance for impairment losses.

scholarly journals Cryptocurrency Assets in the Financial Accounting Systems

2020 ◽  
Vol 3 (45) ◽  
pp. 184-189
Author(s):  
A. A. Makurin ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Financial Reporting ◽  
Intangible Assets ◽  
Balance Sheet ◽  
Fair Value ◽  
Financial Accounting ◽  
Accounting Systems ◽  
Financial Investment ◽  
Financial Reporting Standards ◽  
The One ◽  
Definition Of

The article deals with constructing an asset accounting process and an algorithm for recognizing an object as an asset. The main approaches to the reflection of cryptocurrency in financial accounting are analyzed. The study showed that International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) still lack specific clarifications on the correctness of accounting and recognition of cryptocurrencies. Cryptocurrencies are suggested to be recognized as, intangible assets on the one hand, and as inventories, on the other. The research shows that before starting the process of accounting for any asset, it is necessary to determine, whether such a resource meets the definition of an asset. The article proves that cryptocurrency is an asset. However, attaching cryptocurrency to a certain group of assets turns out to be rather problematic. The main approaches to doing it are analyzed. Speaking formally, cryptocurrency is considered to be cash or cash equivalents. Cash and cryptocurrencies have been compared, and the main distinguishing features of these two assets have been considered. The conclusion is made that cryptocurrency should be evaluated at fair value, indicating the date of evaluation to fix actual market conditions. The measure of cryptocurrency when reflected in the financial reporting is the US dollar or its equivalent in the national currency as at the balance sheet date. The research has shown that depending on the type of the enterprise activity, cryptocurrency should be determined in the financial reporting, or the «balance sheet», as «intangible assets» (line code 1000), and the primary value of such an asset corresponds to line 1001, or inventories (line code 1100). Also, if the company’s accounting policy states that cryptocurrency is a financial investment, it should be reflected in line 1160.

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