Financial Accounting Theory (FAT) provides me an overview of the role of financial accounting in decision making which gives me a deeper insight of how accounting theories and disclosures of financial information will affect decision making. Throughout 12-week seminars, it develops my critical thinking skills which change my view of FAT to a new perspective. From which, it establishes an insightful explanation of the reason behind of every action and logic underlying of particular practice. And, this effectively change my viewpoint and knowledge where I am now able to link the financial accounting theories to real cases which develops my ability and understanding of the interpretations of behaviours of every decision maker. In short, this course is well-designed workplace preparation in giving me an opportunity to move beyond application of in-class knowledge into workplace practices. 2.0 PERSONAL REFLECTION 2.1 IN-CLASS CASE STUDY In-class case study provides me an opportunity to study and understand the article given from different angles and allows me to critically think and apply appropriate financial accounting theories in the particular case study. Additionally, FAT acts as framework and strategy which guides my ways in solving problems, particularly in-class case study. It directs the implications of accounting information and to what extent the information influences the real world. Furthermore, it clearly emphases that being an accountant is not only focusing on
The size component in financial accounting is based on a uniform analysis of the past financial presentation of an individual. The relevant financial data is identified and analysed, as well as cash flow and profit and loss statements. The financial accounting system is designed to assess the financial health of the individual for all decision makers. Identifying information under this system requires an understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) as well as the different accounting requirements of each state and federal taxing
In accounting there is much to be learned, about the financial aspects of a business. In the past five weeks I have learned the importance of financial reports and how they relate to the success of an establishment. These reports may include balance sheets and income statements, which help accountants and the public grasp the overall financial condition of a company. The information in these reports is really significant to, managers, owners, employees, and investors. Managers of a business can take and deduce financial
This report discusses the main principle of tax effect accounting and disclosures requirements as defined by AASB 112. It also provides a detailed analysis of Coca-Cola Amatil (CCA)’s annual report compliance with those disclosure requirements and relevance with shareholders and potential investors.
This course focuses on ways in which financial statements reflect business operations and emphasizes use of financial statements in the decision-making process. The course encompasses all business forms and various sectors such as merchandising, manufacturing and service. Students make extensive use of spreadsheet applications to analyze accounting records and financial statements. Prerequisites: COMP100 and MATH114 / 4-4
The course is designed to allow individuals who do not prepare accounting and financial documents to understand and use these documents as tools in effective managerial decision-making, control and planning. Topics include purposes of financial statements, analysis of financial statements using basic accounting concepts, budgeting, and financial accountability in an organization
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Write a memo to R.J. Falk that explains the basis for comparison and the factors affecting quality of earnings.
This course focuses on principles of accounting for the non-accounting student. Emphasis will be placed on the accounting equation and transactions, financial statement preparation and analysis, internal controls, regulatory environment, compliance, and global business implications.
This course has two course projects due. The first, Course Project 1, reinforces the basic principles of accounting and application of the accounting information system. It is completed in two parts. The second, Course Project 2, is an opportunity to show the ability to analyze financial statements to arrive at conclusions based upon the analysis.
Weygandt, J. J., Kimmel, P. D., & Kieso, D. E. (2012). Accounting Principles (10th ed.). Hoboken, NJ: John Wiley & sons.
Business has involved me studying different organisations and analysing their economic, social and financial performance through the use of ratio analysis and interpretation of balance sheets and cash flow forecasts allowing me to draw conclusions. This assisted me to make comparisons amongst businesses and be able to judge their position within the market. Having used Microsoft Excel independently to construct cash flow forecasts and balance sheets indicates I have the ability to interpret a business’s financial reports using basic knowledge to make an informed
Victoria Company is a large, successful retail merchandising company located in Australia. Jill Perry, one of your classmates, has an interview with the company for a position in the company’s finance group. In preparing for her interview, Jill has spoken with several MBS alumni who work at Victoria Company. Each told her that one item the person who conducts the interviews likes to assess is whether the applicant has a strong grasp of financial statements. Three of the items that the interviewer bases this assessment on are the applicant’s ability to: (1) locate specific information in the company’s financial statements, (2) explain in everyday language what a particular line item in the
Accounting information can be useful in order to help predict future performance in the short and long term. It is important to note however that accounting information including accounting ratios show a company’s performance at a period in time. It is historical data. Trends can be identified by comparing data in sequential periods and future forecasts can be determined using historical data. There is no evidence or proof however, that these patterns will predict the future at a level of complete certainty. In my opinion, it would be hard to argue that decreasing profits over an extended period of time, or deteriorating liquid assets and increasing long term debt will have a
Financial accounting is a crucial process for any successful business. Atrill and McLaney, 2013 define financial accounting as: “the identification, measurement and communication of accounting information for external users (those users other than the managers of the business).”
It has been become an issue of great concern that the accounting profession must find a common theory in order to address and put the issue at rest. This therefore, has called for the study of this topic under review “the demand for and supply of accounting theories: the market for excuses. As a result of this several questions have been raised. For instance, the question of why accounting theories are predominantly normative has been put forward by this article? Secondly, why no single theory in accounting profession that is generally or widely accepted? It has been argued that the financial accounting theories have been found to be ineffective most especially in the area of impacting accounting practice and policy, though, this has been