Yes, financial statements of non-profit entities should be subject to regulation to ensure transparency, accountability, and trustworthiness. Regulation helps protect donors and stakeholders by providing accurate information about the organization's financial health and how funds are utilized. Additionally, it can prevent fraud and mismanagement, promoting responsible stewardship of resources intended for public good. Overall, regulatory oversight enhances the credibility of non-profits and fosters public confidence in their operations.
Entities subject to the Commission on Audit (COA) in the Philippines include all government agencies, instrumentalities, and government-owned and controlled corporations. This also extends to local government units (LGUs) and other entities that receive government funds or resources. The COA is responsible for ensuring transparency, accountability, and proper financial management within these entities. Additionally, it audits any private entities that manage public funds or resources on behalf of the government.
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The term book keeping is related to maintenance of books of accounts for both financial as well as inventory aspect. Maintaining of books of accounts is subject to the approval of auditors for certifying the accounts as per the regulation of the appropriate authority like Govt. or companies act
Financial information is usually presented to board members at every board meeting. It is presented in writing, and subject to board approval. Typically, a balance sheet and a profit and loss against the budget with variances and the last year's year to date information is presented. As requested, a scorecard or a cash flow statement may be presented as well.
Misstatement of inventory is a common means of financial statement fraud because it directly impacts a company's cost of goods sold and overall profitability, making it easier to manipulate reported earnings. Inventory is often subject to subjective judgments regarding valuation, obsolescence, and estimation, providing opportunities for intentional misrepresentation. Additionally, the complexity of inventory accounting and the potential for pressure to meet financial targets can lead management to engage in fraudulent practices. This misstatement can significantly mislead stakeholders about a company's financial health.
Simon Gleeson has written: 'Personal property law' -- subject(s): Personal property 'Financial services regulation' -- subject(s): Banking law, Financial services industry, Law and legislation 'International Regulation of Banking'
Peter D. Spencer has written: 'The structure and regulation of financial markets' -- subject(s): Capital market, Finance, Financial institutions
Jeffrey Carmichael has written: 'The development and regulation of non-bank financial institutions' -- subject(s): Financial institutions, Insurance companies, Securities
Clyde P. Stickney has written: 'Financial Statement Analysis' -- subject(s): Accounting, Financial statements 'Financial accounting' -- subject(s): Accounting, Contabilidade gerencial, Contabilidade, Accountancy
The Malaysia financial reporting standards include a framework for annual periods. It started on January 1, 2012 with the exception of entities subject to the application of MFRS 141 on agriculture.
Entities subject to the Commission on Audit (COA) in the Philippines include all government agencies, instrumentalities, and government-owned and controlled corporations. This also extends to local government units (LGUs) and other entities that receive government funds or resources. The COA is responsible for ensuring transparency, accountability, and proper financial management within these entities. Additionally, it audits any private entities that manage public funds or resources on behalf of the government.
In the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), the sections that explain who is subject to a particular regulation and under what circumstances are typically found in the introductory sections of each regulation, often referred to as the "scope" or "applicability" sections. These sections outline the entities, individuals, or activities that fall under the regulation's purview and specify any exceptions or specific conditions that may apply. For precise information, one should refer to the specific title and part of the CFR relevant to the regulation in question.
The Blue Cross and Blue Shield programs began to be regulated by state insurance departments. In the 1970s, these programs were increasingly subject to oversight to ensure compliance with insurance laws and to protect consumers. This regulation aimed to standardize practices and ensure the financial stability of these non-profit health insurance entities.
Alan D. Stickler has written: 'Financial statement presentation requirements and practices in Canada, 1977-78' -- subject(s): Disclosure in accounting, Financial statements
Hugo Nurnberg has written: 'The cash flow statement' -- subject(s): Accounting, Cash flow, Financial statements
The SFAS 157 is the Statement of Financial Accounting Standards 157, which was issued in 2006 by the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB). Wikipedia has a lengthy in depth article on the subject.
Rory J. O'Brien has written: 'Inadequacies in international regulation of financial services' -- subject(s): Bank of Credit and Commerce International, Case studies, Commercial crimes, Financial institutions, International, Financial statements, Misleading, International Financial institutions, International finance, Misleading financial statements, Tax havens