Sep 16, 2021 | Accounting, Genuine Learning
FASB has issued a proposed ASU addressing the accounting for investments in equity securities measured at fair value that are subject to contractual restrictions preventing the sale of those securities. The proposal clarifies that a contractual restriction on the sale of these securities is not considered part of the unit of account of the equity security which means it does not impact the measurement of fair value. Comments are due by November 14, 2021.
Aug 5, 2021 | Accounting, Genuine Learning, Government
Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) issued a REVISED exposure draft regarding Notes to the Financial Statements. This is in preparation for a Concept Statement that helps determine what is “essential” for disclosure. The Board previously issued an ED back in 2020 and has made revisions based on the feedback received. Comments are due by October 15, 2021.
Jul 29, 2021 | Accounting, Genuine Learning, Government
GASB has issued a proposed Omnibus Exposure Draft. The ED addresses implementation issues for leases, PPP and SBITA as well as targeted accounting guidance. It also addresses the delay in reference rate reform and LIBOR discontinuance. The Omnibus addresses a variety of topics that are not large enough to address in a standalone standard but that improve financial reporting. Comments are due September 17, 2021.
Jul 22, 2021 | Accounting, Genuine Learning
Have you ever wanted to influence the topics that FASB covers in its standard setting? Well, now here’s your chance. Today, Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued its Invitation to Comment (ITC) that asks individuals to provide feedback on its future standard-setting agenda. The ITC offers examples of topics provided by various stakeholders during the consultation process but provides opportunity to give additional thoughts to what FASB should focus their time on. Comments are due September 22, 2021.
Mar 25, 2021 | Accounting, Genuine Learning, Government
GASB has issued a proposal to address diversity in practice as well as common deficiencies related to reporting compensated absences. The proposal addresses PTO and sabbaticals as well as provides a single method of accounting for leave. The proposal includes the use of FIFO to account for the amount due in one year as well as a provides guidance on using the current pay rate for recognition of the liability. Comments are due June 4th.
