Accounting & reporting

FASB proposes update to leases guidance

FASB is seeking comments on a proposed Accounting Standards Update intended to improve accounting guidance on related-party arrangements between entities under common control.

SEC publishes 5-year strategic plan

Plan calls for a focus on protecting the public against fraud, implementing robust regulations, and supporting a skilled and diverse workforce.

FAF publishes new strategic plan

The Financial Accounting Foundation released its new strategic plan, which outlines the strategic goals that the organization will address over the next several years.

FASB seeks input on proposed changes to accounting for joint ventures

The proposed Accounting Standards Update intends to provide investors and other allocators of capital (collectively, investors) with more decision-useful information in a joint venture’s separate financial statements and reduce diversity in practice in this area of financial reporting.

SEC adopts two rules, proposes a third

Adopted rules aim to ensure that company executives return erroneously awarded compensation and that mutual fund investors receive transparent information. A proposed rule adds to investment advisers’ responsibility to their clients.

Where to find March’s flipbook issue

The Journal of Accountancy is now completely digital. 

 

 

 

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