This book is indispensable for all accountants working on the preparation or audit of the accounts of multi-nationally listed companies. Miller GAAP Guide analyzes authoritative GAAP literature contained in Level A of the GAAP hierarchy, established by Statement on Auditing Standards No. 69. Pronouncements in this level include FASB Statements and Interpretations, as well as APB Opinions and Accounting Research Bulletins. The book organizes accounting pronouncements alphabetically by topic under two general areas: generally accepted accounting principles and specialized industry accounting principles. Pronouncements covering the same subject are compiled and incorporated in a single chapter so that the authoritative information is immediately accessible. * Best selling guide to interpreting and applying GAAP for 25 years * Thoroughly updated comprehensive coverage * Logically structured and thoroughly indexed for ease of use
An essential guide for all corporate and public accountants, CPA candidates, financial managers, and accounting students Wiley GAAP 2004 is a thorough study and analysis of all generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) set forth in the pronouncements of the FASB (Financial Accounting Standards Board) and its predecessor agencies. All pronouncements are explained with relevant terminology and practice-oriented real-world examples. Each chapter is composed of a discussion of perspectives and issue, sources of GAAP, and a definition of terms, concepts, rules, and examples. Patrick R. Delaney was the Arthur Andersen LLP Alumni Professor of Accountancy and Chair of the Department of Accountancy at Northern Illinois University. Barry J. Epstein is a partner in the Chicago-based firm Gleeson, Sklar, Sawyers Cumpata, LLP. Ralph Nach is a Managing Director with the Chicago office of American Express Tax Business Services, Inc. Susan Weiss Budak is a consultant working primarily with the FASB, AICPA, and NCES.
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