scholarly journals Accounting Policies, Management Judgements And Financial Reporting Quality Of Small And Medium Enterprises In Nigeria: A Survey

2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 58-70
Author(s):  
Efeeloo Nangih ◽  
Samuel Chikwuchehia Wali ◽  
Peggy Oluchi Anyanwu
Keyword(s):  
Financial Reporting ◽  
Survey Design ◽  
Small And Medium Enterprises ◽  
Reporting Quality ◽  
Financial Statements ◽  
Financial Reports ◽  
Financial Decisions ◽  
Medium Enterprises ◽  
Accounting Policy

The accounting policy adopted by an enterprise, together with the level of approximations done by the management in financial statements, could either enhance or impair their relevance and reliability, and by extension, the credibility of financial decisions made by users of such reports. This is because financial statements portray the financial position and performance of entities. This study assesses the influence of management’s choice of accounting policy and accounting approximations in financial statements on the quality of financial reports of Small and Medium Enterprises in Nigeria. The study was anchored on the Stakeholders’ theory. The study also adopted the survey design approach. Data were mainly collected through the questionnaire and was analyzed using descriptive statistics and regression techniques. Findings revealed that wrong approximations may affect the quality of financial reports, together with other factors.  It was recommended that management of small and medium enterprises should adhere to the provisions of accounting standards when designing their accounting policies and in their judgements/approximations; in order to reduce material errors and enhance the quality of their financial report.

QUALITY OF FINANCIAL STATEMENTS MICRO SMALL AND MEDIUM ENTERPRISES (SMEs) AND PROSPECTS OF IMPLEMENTATION OF FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING STANDARDS NO AKUNTANBILITAS PUBLIC ENTITIES (SAK ETAP)

2011 ◽  
Author(s):  
Roza Fitriawati ◽  
Fivi Anggraini
Keyword(s):  
Financial Reporting ◽  
Small And Medium Enterprises ◽  
Financial Statements ◽  
Educational Background ◽  
Financial Accounting ◽  
Bank Credit ◽  
West Sumatra ◽  
Medium Enterprises ◽  
Education Courses

The purpose of this study was to demonstrate the influence of education courses last, the size of the business, long established businesses, and educational background related to the perception of the importance of entrepreneur financial accounting and reporting for business. Furthermore the influence of the quality of financial reporting of SMEs against the amount of bank credit received by SMEs and the provision of information and socialization influence SAK ETAP, educational background, business, education Last employers related to the understanding of the SME entrepreneurs SAK ETAP. The research data was taken by distributing questionnaires to SMEs in the desert town of 15 SMEs, as many as 10 SMEs Pariaman, Padang length of 10 SMEs, as many as 8 Solok SMEs, SME as much as 9 Bukit Tinggi, Pasaman of 10 SMEs, SMEs Payakumbuh as many as 8, the Stone cage of 10 SMEs, and SMEs as much as 10 Painan resulting in 90 respondents from the SMEs. in West Sumatra. The results showed that Model 1 hypothesis H1a levels of education had no effect on employers' perceptions related to the importance of accounting and financial reporting for business, old business (H1b), size of business (H1c) and educational background (H1d) affect the perception of the importance of book-keeping and related businesses financial reporting for the business. Model 2 H2 hypothesis suggests that the quality of financial reporting affect the growing number of bank credit received by SMEs. Model 3H3a hypothesis suggests that the provision of information and socialization SAK ETAP and educational background (H3b) affects the understanding of the SME entrepreneurs related to SAK ETAP, education level (H3c) had no effect on understanding of related GAAP :TAP SME entrepreneurs.

scholarly journals Balance Sheet Model for Small Economic Entities

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
pp. 7-11
Author(s):  
Halina Chlodnicka ◽  
Grzegorz Zimon
Keyword(s):  
Financial Reporting ◽  
Financial Crises ◽  
Small And Medium Enterprises ◽  
Balance Sheet ◽  
Financial Statements ◽  
Financial Data ◽  
Business Managers ◽  
Financial Reports ◽  
Business Entities ◽  
Medium Enterprises

Financial reporting still raises doubts and concerns among large and small entrepreneurs. When analyzing financial statements, the recipient often asks whether the current comprehensive forms of financial statements are not too vague and confusing. Data disclosed in the financial statements are often not easily read by ordinary users or even analysts. Maybe now it is worth looking for other new solutions that will allow business managers to obtain basic financial information from the financial reports in a quick and immediate way. The increase in competition and financial crises caused the largest number of bankruptcies in the group of small and medium enterprises. And it is to these small economic entities that it is worth facilitating the process of analyzing financial data. For this group of enterprises, it is worth highlighting in the financial statements those data that may inform about risks in conducting and continuing further operations. The article presents a balance sheet model for small business entities. Its layout and formula is designed to lighten the picture of the company’s financial situation and provide the most important information on the company’s financial safety.

Section 404 Compliance and Financial Reporting Quality

2010 ◽  
Vol 24 (3) ◽  
pp. 441-454 ◽  
Author(s):  
Albert L. Nagy
Keyword(s):  
Financial Reporting ◽  
Internal Control ◽  
Reporting Quality ◽  
Financial Statements ◽  
Securities And Exchange Commission ◽  
Small Companies ◽  
Section 404 ◽  
Financial Reports ◽  
Sarbanes Oxley

SYNOPSIS: This study examines whether the Sarbanes-Oxley Act Section 404 (S404) compliance efforts lead to higher quality financial reports. An objective of S404 is to encourage companies to devote adequate resources and attention to their internal control systems, which should lead to more reliable financial statements. A natural laboratory of S404 compliance and noncompliance companies exists because the Securities and Exchange Commission has deferred the S404 compliance date for small companies (nonaccelerated filers). A logistic regression model is estimated using a sample of companies surrounding the S404 compliance threshold to measure the S404 compliance effect on the likelihood of issuing materially misstated financial statements. The results show a significant and negative relation between S404 compliance and issuance of materially misstated financial statements, and suggest that the S404 regulation is meeting its objective of improving the quality of financial reports.

scholarly journals Determinant of Indonesia Government Financial Reporting Quality

2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (9) ◽  
pp. 595-604
Author(s):  
Januarti Tiurmaida ◽  
Etty Murwaningsari ◽  
Binsar Simanjuntak ◽  
Sekar Mayangsari
Keyword(s):  
Financial Reporting ◽  
Quantitative Methods ◽  
Central Government ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Reporting Quality ◽  
Financial Statements ◽  
Financial Reports

This study aims to examine the factors that determine the quality of financial statements in the central government in Indonesia at Ministries/Agencies, namely audit findings and follow-up of audit recommendations. This study uses quantitative methods with secondary data from 74 of 88 Ministries/Agencies in the Central Government in Indonesia. The sampling method is purposive sampling with financial statements starting from 2015-2019 which are processed using the STATA. This study shows that audit findings and follow-up of audit recommendations affect the quality of financial reporting. The more audit findings can have a negative impact on the quality of financial reports and the more follow-up on audit results recommendations can have a positive impact on the quality of financial reporting. This study only analyzes audit findings and follow-up of audit recommendations without any other variables that can support the quality of financial statements and can lead to accuracy in this study. Research is important for the central government in maximizing efforts to maintain the quality of financial reports in the context of accountability to stakeholders, especially to the community through the House of Representatives. This study provides new insights into the factors that determine the quality of central government financial reports in Indonesia.

scholarly journals Asistensi Pembuatan Laporan Keuangan Berbasis Android bagi Usaha Mikro, Kecil, dan Menengah

2018 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 75
Author(s):  
Taufik Raharjo ◽  
Khusnaini Khusnaini
Keyword(s):  
Gross Domestic Product ◽  
Community Service ◽  
Financial Reporting ◽  
Financial Planning ◽  
Small And Medium Enterprises ◽  
Financial Statements ◽  
Employment Opportunities ◽  
Financial Reports ◽  
Service Activity ◽  
Medium Enterprises

Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) have shown their role in creating employment opportunities and as an important source for the growth of Gross Domestic Product. However, many MSME entrepreneurs do not understand yet the importance of financial planning and financial statements. So, they have not gained trust in accessing the capital facilities offered by the banks. The purpose of this community service activity is to raise the awareness of MSME entrepreneurs about the importance of business financial planning and the preparation of financial statements. The coaching of financial reporting skill is conducted using the "Akuntansi UKM”, an android based application. Participants in this service are MSME entrepreneurs in the Bali region. The results of this service activity are an increase in understanding of the importance of financial planning and making financial reports by using the application of "Akuntansi UKM".

scholarly journals A literature review on the impact of IAS/IFRS and regulations on quality of financial reporting

2016 ◽  
Vol 6 (4) ◽  
pp. 102-114 ◽  
Author(s):  
Newman Wadesango ◽  
Edmore Tasa ◽  
Khazamula Milondzo ◽  
Ongayi Vongai Wadesango
Keyword(s):  
Financial Reporting ◽  
Accounting Standards ◽  
Reporting Quality ◽  
Financial Statements ◽  
Conclusive Evidence ◽  
Financial Reporting Quality ◽  
International Accounting Standards ◽  
Ifrs Adoption ◽  
The Impact

The International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) in its objectives and preamble, presume that IFRS adoption and perceived compliance to regulatory framework is associated with increased financial reporting quality. Based on these assumptions, this desktop study reviewed several documents to determine whether the IFRS adoption has led to increased financial reporting quality in Zimbabwe. The researchers reviewed literature on how the IAS/IFRS and regulations affect the financial reporting quality of listed companies. The factors around IFRS adoption were identified (mandatory, voluntary and convergence) and discussed in relation to the financial reporting quality. Evidence from previous studies conducted in line with this same issue shows that there is no conclusive evidence on how IFRS and regulations affect the financial reporting quality. Issues to be addressed in further studies include the importance of financial statements prepared under IFRS framework and the importance of compliance with accounting and auditing requirements.

scholarly journals Penyusunan Laporan Keuangan UMKM Berbasis Online dengan Aplikasi LAMIKRO

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Soraya Soraya ◽  
Yani Riyani ◽  
Kartawati Mardiah ◽  
Susan Andriana ◽  
Rika Irawati ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Small And Medium Enterprises ◽  
Financial Statements ◽  
Test Results ◽  
Financial Reports ◽  
Digital Era ◽  
Post Test ◽  
Service Activity ◽  
Accounting Report ◽  
Medium Enterprises ◽  
A Company

In the digital era as it is today, information technology has a significant impact on the process of accounting records in a company. However, the human resource factor is an obstacle for SMEs to develop and be able to compete with large companies. Moreover, if it is associated with the importance of presenting financial statements that are accountable and in accordance with standards, it requires MSMEs to be responsive to technological changes that occur. The existence of these demands, made the Ministry of Cooperatives and Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in October 2017 launch an online-based application that is the Micro Business Accounting Report (Lamikro) application. The purpose of this Community Service activity is to provide knowledge about the preparation of financial statements with the application of Lamikro to MSMEs that are found in the Office of Cooperatives, Micro Business and Trade of Pontianak City. The participants who attended were 34 MSMEs. The methods applied are lecture, tutorial and discussion methods. Before giving a lecture, participants are given pre-test questions first. The pre-test results showed that 80% of participants did not understand the preparation of financial reports both manually and online. At the end of the activity a post test was conducted, which showed that 82.79% of participants had understood the preparation of financial reports both manually and online. This means, there is an increase in the knowledge and understanding of participants from before training and after training.  Keywords: MSME, Financial Statements, Lamikro

scholarly journals Relevance of financial reporting quality - Theory and practice in Vietnamese enterprises

2017 ◽  
Vol 1 (Q2) ◽  
pp. 119-128
Author(s):  
Thuan Quoc Pham
Keyword(s):  
Conceptual Framework ◽  
Financial Reporting ◽  
Accounting Standards ◽  
Reporting Quality ◽  
Professional Associations ◽  
Financial Statements ◽  
Theory And Practice ◽  
Financial Information ◽  
Financial Reporting Quality

Financial reporting quality is one the most interesting topics which draw a great deal of attention to researchers and scientists in the field of accounting (Céline Michailesco, 2010). In the review of research on financial information from 1980 to 2016, Pham (2016) found that characteristics of useful financial information are relatively diverse with as many as 15 attributes being identified. In addition, he also found that all research in any period has employed the characteristics published by professional associations such as American Institute of Accountants, Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) and the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB as theoretical basis. Research on the quality of financial information is diverse yet have many things in common, above all is the Relevance characteristic which considered to be the basic qualitative component of the quality of financial information in financial statements. Conceptual Framework officially issued by FASB & IASB in 2010 (FASB & IASB 2010) has further confirmed Relevance is the basic quality component of financial information. Compared with previous announcements, there has been a considerable change in the criteria and attributes used to evaluate the appropriateness of Relevance characteristic of financial information in financial statements. This study aims at confirming the importance of the Relevance component in evaluating the quality of financial information, clarifyingg the characteristics of Relevance measurement before and after Conceptual Framework 2010 and constructing relevant scales as well as measuring the qualitative characteristic of Relevance among enterprises in Vietnam.

The efficiency of corporate boards and firms’ audit fees: the case of the FTSE financial institutions

2018 ◽  
Vol 30 (3) ◽  
pp. 297-317 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rabih Nehme ◽  
Mohammad Jizi
Keyword(s):  
Financial Institutions ◽  
Financial Reporting ◽  
Reporting Quality ◽  
Financial Statements ◽  
Audit Fees ◽  
Governance Structure ◽  
Negative Consequences ◽  
Reverse Causality ◽  
Content Type

Purpose The quality of financial reporting for the financial institutions is vital for the public, as the negative consequences of manipulated financial statements will not only affect shareholders but also the regulators’ reputation and the society at large. The purpose of this paper is to assess the association between different corporate governance mechanisms and their impact on audit and reporting quality. The gender factor is introduced from a diverse boards’ perspective to highlight any impact of female presence on the quality of financial statements. Design/methodology/approach The authors examine a sample of financial institutions listed on the FTSE-350 index for the years 2011 to 2015. The financial sector has its own and different regulations, and financial reporting framework and auditors are expected to behave into more scrutiny. Bloomberg database is used to obtain governance and financial data, while firms’ annual reports are used to collect audit fees and audit committee information. A panel data regression is used to test hypotheses. The authors also control for unobservable heterogeneity, reverse causality and endogeneity. Findings The results suggest that boards with larger size and higher independence pay higher audit fees to enhance the monitoring capacity and protect the wider group of stakeholders. The results also show that women on boards are likely to reduce the risk of manipulated financial statements, as women are more inclined toward truthfulness, cautiousness and conservatism. In addition, the reported results show that audit committees with more independent members are more inclined toward obtaining higher quality audit to enhance firm’s reporting quality. Originality/value Given the recent governments’ intervention to avoid financial institutions’ negative impact on the economy, this study is relevant and provide policymakers insights into the existing relationships between audit fees and financial institutions’ governance structure.

scholarly journals Interactions of Financial Assistance and Financial Reporting Competency: Evidence From Local Government in Papua and West Papua Indonesia

2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 1
Author(s):  
Pilipus Ramandei ◽  
Abdul Rohman ◽  
Dwi Ratmono ◽  
Imam Ghozali
Keyword(s):  
Local Government ◽  
Financial Reporting ◽  
Local Governments ◽  
Financial Statements ◽  
Financial Assistance ◽  
Financial Reports ◽  
Additional Information ◽  
West Papua ◽  
The Republic

Good local government financial statements are financial statements according to the qualitative characteristics of financial statements, which are relevant, reliable, comparable and understandable. However, the phenomenon shows that there are still weaknesses in financial reporting in several local governments in Indonesia, especially in the provinces of Papua and West Papua based on the findings of the Audit Board of the Republic of Indonesia (IHPS II BPK, 2017). The purpose of this study is to obtain empirical evidence of the role of moderating financial assistance and apparatus competency on the quality of government financial reports. Explanation of the relationship between variables was using an institutional theory perspective. The survey was conducted in 2018 on 42 Local Governments in Papua and West Papua. Methods of processing and analyzing data were using SEM-PLS with WarpPLS 6.0 statistical software. The results of the apparatus competency research have a positive effect on the quality of financial statements. A financial resistance positively strengthens the influence of apparatus competency on the quality of local government financial reports. Thus, efforts to overcome the presentation of quality financial statements require competent apparatus through the existence of financial assistance policies. Limitations of the study are the method of collecting data using a questionnaire and that it is very possible for the bias to occur. Therefore, efforts to achieve better results need to be accompanied by an interview method in order to obtain additional information as a comparison of respondents' answers; 2) the determination coefficient value of R- square is 0.41 or 41% indicating that there are still 0.59 or 59% variability in the quality of Local Government Financial Statements (LKPD) which can be explained by other variables outside the research model. 

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