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CPA Audit Exam January 2022-Changes-Audit Reporting-SAS 134-Non-issuer by Darius Clark [Video]

CPA Audit Exam January 2022-Changes-Audit Reporting-SAS 134-Non-issuer by Darius Clark

In January of 2022, the CPA Audit exam will begin testing the new audit report for a non-issuer under SAS 134. This is considered a major change to the audit report. The CPA Audit exam requires a candidate to know something about audit reports when the financial statements are prepared using a GAAP framework as well as a special purpose framework such as cash basis, income tax basis, contractual basis, or regulatory basis. Audit reporting can be asked by the AICPA in multiple choice and simulation. The audit report for an issuer under PCAOB and an audit report for a non-issuer under SAS are now almost identical. Know when emphasis of matter paragraphs and other matters paragraphs are needed. Know which section of the report contains the opinion. Other popular audit reporting questions could come from compilation, reviews, preparations under SSARS, review and examination under SSAE, agreed upon procedures under SSAE, pro forma under SSAE, projections and forecasts under SSAE. Other audit terms that are commonly tested include materiality, performance materiality, inherent risk, control risk, detection risk, fraud risk, sampling risk, non-sampling risk, ratios, adjusting journal entries, assertions, transaction cycles, controls within the cycles, substantive tests, vouching, tracing, tests of controls, analytical procedures, sampling, tolerable misstatement, risk assessment, planning, internal control, evidence gathering, revenue, expenses, interim, control environment, monitoring, control activities, attestation, assurance, financial statements, expenditures cycle, revenue cycle, cash cycle, fixed asset cycle, payroll cycle, investments cycle, internal auditor, specialist, objectivity, independence, attest client, non-audit services, information technology, generally accepted auditing standards, communication with governance, integrated audit, single audit, threats and safeguards, dual dating, completeness, existence, rights and obligations, presentation and disclosure, classification and understandability, valuation and allocation, accuracy and valuation, assets, liabilities, subsequent events, contingencies, positive assurance, negative assurance, limited assurance, disclaimer, qualified and unqualified opinion, unmodified opinion, adverse opinion, general ledger, source document, accounts receivable roll-forward, sub-ledger, compliance, non-compliance, predecessor auditor, documentation, working papers, partner, recurring, lead schedule, working trial balance, bank reconciliation, component auditor, service auditor, SOC 1, SOC 2, analytics, data, visualization, bank transfer schedule, kiting, lapping, bank confirmation, receivable confirmation, loan, covenant, bookkeeping, outsourcing, business combinations, equity method, stockholders’ equity, working capital, discount, premium, cash flow, accrual, accrued, losses, gains, bonds, leases, employee benefits, deposit in transit, outstanding checks, material misstatement, accounts payable, interest expense, line of credit, Sarbanes Oxley, deviation, further audit procedures, reporting framework, segregation of duties, inquire, observation, test counts, inventory, FOB shipping point, consignment, human resources, credit memo, debit memo, entity level controls, top down approach, centralized processing, decentralized processing, AICPA Code of Professional Conduct, member in practice, other member, member in business, conceptual framework, SEC, GAO, DOL, General controls, application controls, input controls, key audit matters, critical audit matters, scope limitation, misstatement, consistency, MD&A, supplementary information, required supplementary information, annual report, interim reporting, alert, summary financial information, special purpose framework, specific elements, FASB, GASB, user auditor, service auditor, compliance, control deficiency, significant deficiency, material weakness.

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How to Account for Early Retirement of Bonds [Video]

This video explains how to account for the early retirement of bonds (aka early extinguishment of debt or early redemption of bonds).When a company retires (redeems) its bonds prior to the maturity date, the company must do several things:-Reduce the cash account by the amount used to repurchase the bonds (if cash is used to retire the bonds)-Remove the bonds payable-Zero out the unamortized discount or unamortized premium-Record a gain or loss IF the repurchase price is different from the carrying value (aka book value) of the bonds on the date the bonds are retiredThere are two ways to calculate the gain or loss on the early retirement of the bonds:(1) record the journal entry; if a debit is required to make the journal entry balance, then debit a loss on early retirement (or loss on bond redemption, loss on early extinguishment of debt, etc.). If a credit is instead required to make the journal entry balance, the credit a gain on early retirement (or gain on bond redemption, gain on early extinguishment of debt, etc.)(2) calculate the difference between the repurchase price (the amount paid to retire the bonds) and carrying value (aka book value) of the bonds at the time they are retired. If the repurchase price is less than the carrying value, there is a gain. If the repurchase price is greater than the carrying value, there is a loss.0:00 Introduction0:39 4 things to do when retiring bonds1:20 Example3:59 T-account for discount on bonds payable4:18 Journal entry to record gain on retirement of bonds5:53 Alternative situation (loss on retirement of bonds)— Edspira is the creation of Michael McLaughlin, an award-winning professor who went from teenage homelessness to a PhD. Edspira’s mission is to make a high-quality business education freely available to the world.— SUBSCRIBE FOR A FREE 53-PAGE GUIDE TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS, PLUS: • A 23-PAGE GUIDE TO MANAGERIAL ACCOUNTING• A 44-PAGE GUIDE TO U.S. TAXATION• A 75-PAGE GUIDE TO FINANCIAL STATEMENT ANALYSIS• MANY MORE FREE PDF GUIDES AND SPREADSHEETS* http://eepurl.com/dIaa5z— SUPPORT EDSPIRA ON PATREON*https://www.patreon.com/prof_mclaughlin— GET CERTIFIED IN FINANCIAL STATEMENT ANALYSIS, IFRS 16, AND ASSET-LIABILITY MANAGEMENT * https://edspira.thinkific.com — LISTEN TO THE SCHEME PODCAST * Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/scheme/id1522352725 * Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4WaNTqVFxISHlgcSWNT1kc * Website: https://www.edspira.com/podcast-2/ — GET TAX TIPS ON TIKTOK * https://www.tiktok.com/@prof_mclaughlin — ACCESS INDEX OF VIDEOS * https://www.edspira.com/index — CONNECT WITH EDSPIRA * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Edspira * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/edspiradotcom * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/edspira — CONNECT WITH MICHAEL * Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Prof_McLaughlin * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/prof-michael-mclaughlin — ABOUT EDSPIRA AND ITS CREATOR * https://www.edspira.com/about/* https://michaelmclaughlin.com

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How to Account for Restricted Stock Award [Video]

When a company issues restricted stock to employees, the company must calculate the total compensation cost (which is equal to the number of restricted shares times the market price per share on the grant date) and then recognize compensation expense over the course of the restriction period. For example, if a company were to grant 30,000 restricted shares to its CEO on January 1, 2024 and the market price of the shares on that date was $8/share, the total compensation cost would be $240,000. If the restriction period was 4 years, the company would record $60,000 of compensation expense at the end of 2024, 2025, 2026, and 2027. — Edspira is the creation of Michael McLaughlin, an award-winning professor who went from teenage homelessness to a PhD. Edspira’s mission is to make a high-quality business education freely available to the world.— SUBSCRIBE FOR A FREE 53-PAGE GUIDE TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS, PLUS: • A 23-PAGE GUIDE TO MANAGERIAL ACCOUNTING• A 44-PAGE GUIDE TO U.S. TAXATION• A 75-PAGE GUIDE TO FINANCIAL STATEMENT ANALYSIS• MANY MORE FREE PDF GUIDES AND SPREADSHEETS* http://eepurl.com/dIaa5z— SUPPORT EDSPIRA ON PATREON*https://www.patreon.com/prof_mclaughlin— GET CERTIFIED IN FINANCIAL STATEMENT ANALYSIS, IFRS 16, AND ASSET-LIABILITY MANAGEMENT * https://edspira.thinkific.com — LISTEN TO THE SCHEME PODCAST * Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/scheme/id1522352725 * Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4WaNTqVFxISHlgcSWNT1kc * Website: https://www.edspira.com/podcast-2/ — GET TAX TIPS ON TIKTOK * https://www.tiktok.com/@prof_mclaughlin — ACCESS INDEX OF VIDEOS * https://www.edspira.com/index — CONNECT WITH EDSPIRA * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Edspira * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/edspiradotcom * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/edspira — CONNECT WITH MICHAEL * Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Prof_McLaughlin * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/prof-michael-mclaughlin — ABOUT EDSPIRA AND ITS CREATOR * https://www.edspira.com/about/* https://michaelmclaughlin.com

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How to Turn Your Business Idea into a Viable Business [Video]

Embarking on the journey of turning a business idea into a viable business is akin to nurturing a seed into a flourishing tree. It requires careful planning, nurturing, and a willingness to adapt to the changing landscape of entrepreneurship. While the initial spark of an idea is exciting, it's the execution and strategic implementation that determine whether it will blossom into a successful venture. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or a budding innovator, the process remains the same: research, plan, execute, and iterate. Here, we delve deeper into the essential steps to transform your entrepreneurial vision into a tangible and sustainable business reality.

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How to Start and Launch Your Own Company [Video]

Embarking on the journey of starting and launching your own company is akin to setting sail on uncharted waters. It's a thrilling adventure filled with endless possibilities, but it also demands meticulous planning, unwavering determination, and the ability to navigate through storms. Whether you're driven by a groundbreaking idea, a passion you're eager to share with the world, or the desire to carve your own path in the business world, the process of entrepreneurship is both exhilarating and challenging. In this video, we'll delve into the intricacies of starting and launching your own company, offering detailed insights and practical advice to help you navigate every step of the way.