The Impact of Principles-Based versus Rules-Based Accounting Standards on Auditors' Motivations and Evidence Demands

2014 ◽  
Vol 26 (2) ◽  
pp. 51-72 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marietta Peytcheva ◽  
Arnold M. Wright ◽  
Barbara Majoor
Keyword(s):  
Program Planning ◽  
Accounting Standards ◽  
Financial Statements ◽  
Accounting Standard ◽  
Planning Decisions ◽  
Joint Product ◽  
Epistemic Motivation ◽  
Audit Evidence ◽  
Cognitive Motivations ◽  
The Impact

ABSTRACT: Auditing research has investigated the effects of different accounting standards on auditors' decisions to constrain aggressive reporting by clients. Missing from this literature is evidence on how the type of accounting standard influences auditors' cognitive motivations and demand for audit evidence. This study addresses this gap in the literature, which is important since the financial statements are the joint product of management's and the auditor's actions. An experiment was conducted with U.S. and Dutch auditors to examine the manner in which principles-based versus rules-based accounting standards influence auditors' process accountability, epistemic motivation, and demands for audit evidence. The study proposes and supports a theoretical model in which principles-based accounting standards increase auditors' process accountability—the expectation of having to justify to others the decision process used, regardless of the outcome of the decision (Markman and Tetlock 2000; Libby, Salterio, and Webb 2004). Greater process accountability in turn increases auditors' epistemic motivation—the desire to develop and maintain a rich and accurate understanding of the problem at hand (Kruglanski 1989). The heightened epistemic motivation induced by principles-based accounting standards then ultimately increases auditors' demands for audit evidence. Thus, the results suggest the important influence of accounting standards on auditors' motivations and consequent program planning decisions.

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 MENGUPAS PERSOALAN STANDAR AKUNTANSI KEUANGAN - GOODWIL DI BERBAGAI NEGARA : SUATU PENDEKATAN STUDI LITERATUR

2017 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Deddy Kurniawansyah
Keyword(s):  
Research Method ◽  
Intangible Assets ◽  
Accounting Standards ◽  
Financial Statements ◽  
Fair Value ◽  
Financial Accounting ◽  
International Accounting Standards ◽  
Fair Value Accounting ◽  
Literature Study ◽  
Accounting Standard

This literature study explains and describe the development of the concept of goodwill from the perspective of accounting by observing and describing until the development at this time, discusses differences in accounting standards of goodwill applicable in some countries, and explains the things that contradict the goodwill. This research method used qualitative with literature study. The results of this study are in some countries, the concepts and rules on goodwill accounting have undergone various changes, including international accounting standards issued by the IASC. Initially goodwill is capitalized and amortized over no more than 20 years. But, along with the increasing use of fair value accounting in accounting standards, thetreatment for goodwill also experienced a shift that is eliminated by the amortization method is replaced by doing impairment test to goodwill. The results of this study contribute as add to the treasury of financial accounting literature, especially accounting treatment of goodwill as intangible assets in the financial statements of various countries such as Indonesia, America and the England.Keyword :Goodwiil, Impairment, Financial Accounting Standard

scholarly journals The adoption of IFRS in publicly listed enterprises of high and medium capitalization and the impact of the size of the audit firm in Greece

2014 ◽  
Vol 11 (4) ◽  
pp. 707-716 ◽  
Author(s):  
Michail Pazarskis ◽  
Andreas Koutoupis ◽  
George Drogalas ◽  
Konstantinos Tsakiris
Keyword(s):  
Stock Exchange ◽  
Accounting Standards ◽  
Financial Statements ◽  
International Accounting Standards ◽  
Audit Firm ◽  
The Past ◽  
Big 4 ◽  
The Difference ◽  
Athens Stock Exchange ◽  
The Impact

In 2002, developments in the global markets during the past decades have highlighted the need for common accounting standards among companies all around the world so as the financial statements to be comparable. From 2005 onwards the Greek Companies listed on the Athens Exchange was an accounting “revolution” of the 21st century, given the difference in philosophy between the Greek GAAP and the International Accounting Standards-IAS (next, IFRS). This study evaluates the implementation of IFRS on the financial statements of Greek publicly listed companies of high and medium capitalization, which are companies that are included in the FTSE 20 and FTSE 40 indexes of the Athens Stock Exchange-ASE, respectively. Also, for those firms we examined the effect of the size of the audit firm. The research was conducted based on the analysis of thirteen ratios. According to our analysis only few of the ratios have changed significantly. Finally, regarding the impact of the size of the audit firm the results reveal controversy with the present bibliography concerning “Big 4” in comparison with “non-Big 4” firms in Greece

scholarly journals The Future of The Profession of Accountant Sharia Enter MEA In 2017

2017 ◽  
pp. 31
Author(s):  
Agus Arwani
Keyword(s):  
Social Responsibility ◽  
Agency Theory ◽  
Conflict Of Interest ◽  
Science And Technology ◽  
Accounting Standards ◽  
Financial Statements ◽  
The Other ◽  
The Future ◽  
The Right ◽  
The Impact

Accountants are the actors who contribute to the establishment and implementation of accounting as a structure. On the other hand the consequences of the application of modern accounting shows the impact of a less than satisfactory. Facts show the number of accounting manipulation scandal that hit the company's financial statements and the low awareness of their social responsibility and the environment implies that very large changes in accounting principals. Accounting reality is part of how accountants take on the role. Deviations reality always brings accountants as party central is how actors and structures form mutually met. Habitus actor '' greedy '' met with accounting (capitalism) as a structure that legitimize it. In reality accountant (agent) looks so lost in the shackles of capitalism, so the agency theory in the form of a conflict of interest, it seems to shift the basis of mutual symbiosis between the interests of management and accountants. Accountants must be returned khittah her as a sovereign profession, he is an ideologue as Rausyan Fikr. All forms of deep-an accountant in worship, glorify the '' number '' in the sense of making all tasks as tasks (treatises) '' prophetic '' to map the right stakeholders fairly and correctly. This can only take place within the frame sovereign  and raise awareness of the Godhead (fervently) to put God at the summit toward accountability. Readiness accountant sharia in entering the MEA in 2017 with preparing the capabilities and expertise of sharia-based accounting standards IFRS, Accounting Sharia must understand the risks of sharia, sharia accounting should be standardized SDI International, science and technology capabilities accountant sharia be reliable.

Instructional Case: Worldwide Shipping Corporation Ltd: Early or Late Adoption of a New International Accounting Standard?

1999 ◽  
Vol 14 (2) ◽  
pp. 211-231
Author(s):  
Peter Lee ◽  
Pearl Tan
Keyword(s):  
Financial Reporting ◽  
Financial Analysis ◽  
Balance Sheet ◽  
Financial Statements ◽  
Economic Consequences ◽  
International Accounting ◽  
Accounting Choice ◽  
Accounting Standard ◽  
The Impact ◽  
International Accounting Standard

The management of Worldwide Shipping Corporation Ltd (hereafter “Worldwide Shipping”) is confronted with a dilemma when a new international accounting standard on leases is introduced which contains a transitional provision allowing firms to defer implementation for a period of four years. Students are required to put themselves in the position of managers who have to weigh the adverse impact of early adoption of the new accounting standard against a responsibility for fair financial reporting. Worldwide Shipping is a multifaceted case that can be used as an accounting case study or a financial analysis study. The objectives of the case are threefold. First, it aims to provide students with a better understanding of the impact of off-balance sheet transactions (in this case, sale-leaseback contracts) on a firm's financial statements. Second, it requires students to examine implications of accounting choice on management compensation and debt-contracting costs, as well as the perplexing problem of recognition in financial statements vs. footnote disclosures. By putting students in the position of managers, the case increases students' awareness of the possible economic consequences arising from accounting choice. Third, it provides students with a useful exercise in the mechanics of effecting a change in accounting method using the retroactive method.

scholarly journals ФОРМУВАННЯ ОБЛІКОВОЇ ПОЛІТИКИ ЗА ПРИНЦИПОМ БЕЗПЕРЕРВНОСТІ ДІЯЛЬНОСТІ ПІДПРИЄМСТВ

2021 ◽  
pp. 74-81
Author(s):  
Олена Сергіївна Юрченко
Keyword(s):  
Financial Reporting ◽  
Information Needs ◽  
Accounting Standards ◽  
Financial Statements ◽  
Fair Value ◽  
The Real ◽  
Real Value ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Accounting Policy

Formulation of the problem. Based on the study, the prerequisites, features and components of the formation of accounting policies in the context of business continuity are revealed. The purpose of the article is to substantiate the theoretical and methodological and organizational provisions of accounting policy formation in the context of the implementation of the concept of continuity. The object of research is the process of formation of accounting policy and its impact on the quality of corporate financial reporting information. Methods used in the study: scientific knowledge, method of generalization, comparison, logical - meaningful, methods of induction and deduction. The main hypothesis is that the formation of accounting policies aimed at determining the regulations of accounting and reporting from the standpoint of reflecting complete and reliable information about the real value of assets and liabilities will help reconcile the interests of all stakeholders. Presenting main material. The article identifies the prerequisites, directions and elements of the formation of accounting policies on the principle of continuity of enterprises. Provisions on the development of theoretical and methodological foundations for the formation of accounting policies of enterprises on the basis of risk-oriented approach are revealed. The necessity of valuation of assets and liabilities according to the criteria: fair, discounted and market value of enterprises is substantiated and the methodological support of valuation of financial instruments in accounting is revealed. Originality and practical significance are proposals for the formation of methodological and organizational support and recommendations for the measurement of assets and liabilities at fair value in order to improve the quality of financial statements. Research findings. The formation of accounting policy in the context of the principle of continuity is based on the requirements of International Accounting Standards and National Accounting Standards and depends on the needs of management, methods and techniques of accounting. In the process of developing an accounting policy, it is necessary to take into account the information needs of various stakeholders to disclose information in corporate financial statements. The introduction of theoretical and methodological provisions for the formation of elements of accounting policy on the principle of continuity will meet the information needs of different users, improve the quality of financial reporting and assess the impact of accounting policies on the real value of enterprises in the future.

scholarly journals Implementation of Accounting Standard on Small and Medium-Sized Entities (SMEs)

2016 ◽  
Vol 4 (4) ◽  
pp. 68-78
Author(s):  
Hendrian Hendrian ◽  
Rini Dwiyani Hadiwidjaja
Keyword(s):  
Economic Growth ◽  
Accounting Standards ◽  
Financial Statements ◽  
Cash Flows ◽  
Accounting Standard ◽  
Financial Report ◽  
Business Units ◽  
The Subject ◽  
Private Entity

Objective - Small- and medium-sized entities (SMEs) have an important role in economic growth. SMEs are a key source of employment and economic growth in Indonesia. Unfortunately, the growth of SMEs is not accompanied by the implementation of accounting and reporting, in accordance with applicable of Indonesian Accounting Standards for Non-Publicly-Accountable Entities (SAK-ETAP). SAK-ETAP is a self-contained of accounting standard for many transactions and events that a small or medium-sized entity or a private entity that is not publicly accountable may face. This research aims to analyse the implementation of Indonesian Accounting Standard for Non-Publicly-Accountable Entities on SMEs. Methodology/Technique - This research was conducted with the approach of surveys and field observations. The collection of data through surveys using questionnaires, direct observation and interviews according to respondents' experiences. Unit of analysis in this study is organizational or business unit. Its mean, that this study uses the organization as the subject to conclude the process of identification, implementation and evaluation Indonesian Accounting Standards for Non-Publicly-Accountable Entities or SMEs. Findings The results of this study showed that only a small percentage of SMEs that have used SAK-ETAP as a guide in the preparation of the accounting and financial statements. This contrasts with the important role of SMEs in GDP of almost 58%. For that is very necessary the role of related institutions in supporting the development of SMEs in Indonesia, particularly in the financial statements standard. The majority of SMEs just recording to identify the transaction and recording the amount of revenue. Primary problem faced was the lack of their knowledge of SAK-ETAP and the competence of accounting staff were less. Novelty This financial report is a major concern, as the financial statements providing financial information, financial performance, and cash flows of business units. If there are weaknesses in recording in the financial statements of SMEs it becomes a challenge for an institution that is competent to fix it. Socialization and guidance of SAK-ETAP are needed and more intensive to SMEs in Indonesia. Type of Paper Empirical Keywords Accounting Standard, small- and medium-entities (SMEs), SAK-ETAP, Indonesia.

scholarly journals Profesi Akuntan Syariah Indonesia Memasuki Masyarakat Ekonomi Asean (MEA)

2016 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 163
Author(s):  
Agus Arwani
Keyword(s):  
Social Responsibility ◽  
Agency Theory ◽  
Conflict Of Interest ◽  
Science And Technology ◽  
Accounting Standards ◽  
Financial Statements ◽  
The Other ◽  
Other Hand ◽  
The Right ◽  
The Impact

Accountants are the actors who contribute to the establishment andimplementation of accounting as a structure. On the other hand theconsequences of the application of modern accounting shows the impact ofa less than satisfactory. Facts show the number of accounting manipulationscandal that hit the company’s financial statements and the low awarenessof their social responsibility and the environment implies that very largechanges in accounting principals. Accounting reality is part of how accountants take on the role. Deviations reality always brings accountants as party central is how actors and structures form mutually met. Habitus actor ‘’ greedy ‘’ met with accounting (capitalism) as a structure that legitimize it. In reality accountant (agent) looks so lost in the shackles of capitalism, so the agency theory in the form of a conflict of interest, it seems to shift the basis of mutual symbiosis between the interests of management and accountants. Accountants must be returned khittah her as a sovereign profession, he is an ideologue as Rausyan Fikr. All forms of deep-an accountant in worship, glorify the ‘’ number ‘’ in the sense of making all tasks as tasks (treatises) ‘’ prophetic ‘’ to map the right stakeholders fairly and correctly. This can only take place within the awareness frame of the Godhead (fervently) to put God at the summit toward accountability. Readiness accountant sharia in entering the MEA in 2016 with preparing the capabilities and expertise of sharia-based accounting standards IFRS, Accounting Sharia must understand the risks of sharia, sharia accountingshould be standardized SDI International, science and technology capabilitiesaccountant sharia be reliable

scholarly journals Impact Of IASB & FASB On Financial Statements

2011 ◽  
Vol 8 (8) ◽  
Author(s):  
Veronica Paz ◽  
Thomas Griffin
Keyword(s):  
Conceptual Framework ◽  
Accounting Standards ◽  
Financial Statements ◽  
Financial Accounting ◽  
International Accounting ◽  
International Accounting Standards ◽  
Financial Accounting Standards Board ◽  
The Impact ◽  
International Accounting Standards Board

The purpose of this research is to determine the impact of material differences in the conceptual framework of the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) and the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) on the financial statements.

scholarly journals Financial Accounting Standards for Micro, Small & Medium Entities (SAK EMKM) Implementation and Factors That Affect It

2018 ◽  
Vol 15 (2) ◽  
pp. 50
Author(s):  
Nur Diana Adhikara
Keyword(s):  
Financial Reporting ◽  
Small And Medium Enterprises ◽  
Fundamental Problem ◽  
Accounting Standards ◽  
Financial Statements ◽  
Educational Background ◽  
Financial Accounting ◽  
Accounting Standard ◽  
Level Of Understanding ◽  
Medium Enterprises

The low understanding of accounting and financial accounting standards is a fundamental problem for Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Indonesia. This makes it difficult to prepare and manage financial statements. The presence of the Financial Accounting Standards for Non-Publicly-Accountable Entities (SAK-ETAP) on January 1, 2011, is expected to accommodate small and medium enterprises in making easy, transparent and accountable financial statements. But In fact, many MSMEs that have not been able to apply SAK ETAP properly because it is considered to be too complex and not by the financial reporting needs of MSMEs. On January 1, 2018, SAK EMKM was enacted as a standard that could help about 57.9 million MSME entrepreneurs in Indonesia in properly preparing their financial statements without having to get caught up in the complexity of it. SAK EMKM is a much simpler financial accounting standard than SAK ETAP. This study aims to provide empirical evidence on the perception of MSME business actors regarding the importance of financial bookkeeping and reporting for their business and the factors that affect the level of understanding of MSME’s related to SAK EMKM. The sample of research was MSMEs business actors in Malang Raya with purposive sampling method with the total of 225 respondents. The results showed that company size, educational background, and level of education affect the MSME business entrepreneurs' perception of the importance of financial bookkeeping and reporting. While the level of understanding of MSME business entrepreneurs of SAK EMKM is affected by the level of information on SAK EMKM, educational background and education level of the MSME business actors.

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