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PCAOB posts staff guidance: A deeper dive on the communication of CAMs
May 22, 2019
On May 22, 2019, the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) released a staff guidance document, "A Deeper Dive on the Communication of CAMs", developed to support implementation of the new critical audit matter requirements.
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IASB publishes proposals for amendments under its annual improvements project (cycle 2018-2020)
May 21, 2019
On May 21, 2019, the International Accounting Standards Board (the Board) published an exposure draft ED/2019/2 "Annual Improvements to IFRS Standards 2018–2020". It contains proposed amendments to four International Financial Reporting Standards as result of the Board's annual improvements project. Comments are requested by August 20, 2019.
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Updated IASB work plan — Analysis
May 18, 2019
On May 18, 2019, the International Accounting Standards Board (the Board) updated its work plan following its May 2019 meeting.
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IASB issues podcast on IFRS 17 discussions
May 17, 2019
On May 17, 2019, the International Accounting Standards Board (the Board) released a podcast recorded by Darrel Scott, IASB member, and Andrea Pryde, technical staff, reporting on the discussion at the May 2019 meeting of the Board about IFRS 17, "Insurance Contracts".
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Webcast on research and the comparability of financial reporting
May 14, 2019
On May 14, 2019, the International Accounting Standards Board (the Board) released a webcast featuring Board member Ann Tarca discussing the results of research into the comparability of companies reporting using IFRS Standards.
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Summary of the April 2019 MCCG meeting
May 14, 2019
On May 14, 2019, the International Accounting Standards Board (the Board) published a summary of the Management Commentary Consultative Group (MCCG) meeting held on April 3, 2019.
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Summary of the April 2019 ASAF meeting now available
May 13, 2019
On May 13, 2019, the staff of the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) published a summary of the Accounting Standards Advisory Forum (ASAF) meeting held in London on April 1 and 2, 2019.
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AcSB Exposure Draft – Interest Rate Benchmark Reform (Proposed amendments to IFRS 9 and IAS 39)
May 13, 2019
On May 13, 2019, the Accounting Standards Board (AcSB) issued its Exposure Draft that corresponds to the IASB’s Exposure Draft on this topic. Comments are requested by June 17, 2019.
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Proactive defense for tomorrow’s security demands
May 13, 2019
On May 13, 2019, the National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD) published an article on how the digital age brings many benefits—but opening the door to cyberattacks is not one of them.
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FRC guide to help smaller listed companies improve financial reporting
May 13, 2019
In May 2019, the UK Financial Reporting Council (FRC) published "Smaller Listed and AIM Quoted Companies — A Practical Guide for Audit Committees on Improving Financial Reporting".
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Demystifying blockchain for controllers: Is a revolution coming?
published May 22, 2019
As blockchain becomes more widespread within finance organizations, controllers might find themselves challenged to make sense of unfamiliar territory. Now is a good time to learn about blockchain, but what should you know?
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CFO Insights: Bridging the gap between the finance team you have – and the one you need
published May 21, 2019
In this issue of CFO Insights, we will discuss why acquiring and developing skilled employees should be embedded in an overall business strategy and identify some key questions to help guide finance leaders as they build their workforces of the future.
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Cyber risk quantification: Developing the risk equation
published May 21, 2019
As cyber risk management practices mature, organizations are exploring the use of modeling techniques to facilitate a deeper understanding of exposure to cyber threats in dollar and mission terms.
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Trends in shared services and digitally-fueled operating models
published May 15, 2019
Cross-functional and global shared services have increased threefold in the past two years. How are they serving as drivers of digital transformation?
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Heads Up — SEC proposes to ease qualifications for nonaccelerated filer status
published May 14, 2019
This Heads Up discusses the SEC’s recently issued proposed rule Amendments to the "Accelerated Filer and Large Accelerated Filer Definitions," which would revise the definitions of “accelerated filer” and “large accelerated filer” to exclude any issuer with both annual revenues of less than $100 million and public float of less than $700 million. The proposed amendments would expand the number of issuers that qualify as nonaccelerated filers and are thus eligible to take advantage of certain reporting accommodations offered to such issuers.
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From obligation to opportunity: How companies can transform corporate reporting into an asset
published May 13, 2019
This publication explores how both investor relations and finance together have an opportunity to transform reporting into a true business asset.
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Heads Up — SEC proposes improvements to disclosures for business acquisitions and dispositions
published May 09, 2019
This Heads Up discusses the SEC’s recently issued proposed rule "Amendments to Financial Disclosures About Acquired and Disposed Businesses," which would amend the financial statement requirements for acquisitions and dispositions of businesses, including real estate operations, and related pro forma financial information. These changes are intended to improve the information investors receive regarding acquired or disposed businesses, reduce complexity and costs of preparing the required disclosures, and facilitate timely access to capital.
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AcSB domestic standards update for Part II and Part III
published May 08, 2019
Are you a Canadian private enterprise, not-for-profit organization, an advisor to one, or a user of financial reports? Learn about upcoming and future changes to Part II and Part III of the CPA Canada Handbook.
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Assessing adoption of blockchain: Know the risks and opportunities
published May 02, 2019
Blockchain may be the next step in the digital evolution, but specific implementations of the technology are still susceptible to emerging and existing risks. Is blockchain the right fit for your organization, and is your function prepared to advise on the opportunities and risks emerging from the implementation of blockchain technology?
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Investors Driving Change in the Auditor's Report: Key Audit Matters are Coming to Canada
published May 02, 2019
The webinar was presented on May 2, 2019. For those who missed the live session, you can watch the webinar on-demand until May 17, 2019.
