Navigating Accounting Updates: Implementing New Standards and Staying Informed
This course provides a comprehensive overview of the latest updates to the ASPE (Accounting Standards for Private Enterprises) and their impact on accounting practices. It covers key changes to revenue recognition standards, the new accounting guideline for cloud computing, the revised financial instrument standard, and the updated standard for agriculture.
The course also explores the exposure draft for accounting for combinations between entities or businesses under common control and changes to accounting for related party transactions. Participants will gain a deep understanding of these updates and their implications for financial reporting.
Some of the topics discussed include:
Financial Controller | Norima Consulting Inc.
As a CPA and CFA charter holder, Mya has over 7 years of experience in accounting, finance, and investment management. Her career began at a Big Four firm, later transitioning to a consulting firm. Committed to staying current, Mya possesses broad expertise and provides comprehensive advice. As a controller, she oversees financial operations, including reporting, budgeting, and risk management, while advising the executive team. Passionate about achieving financial goals, Mya is a dedicated and results-driven professional.
Podcast Host | LearnFormula
Nicole Pettes is a highly experienced podcast host known for her engaging interview style and ability to draw out the best in her guests. She has hosted a diverse range of podcasts and video interviews that explore a wide variety of topics. Currently, Nicole is a Video Podcast Host with Learn Formula, where she contributes to their professional education series. She also hosts the Anxious & Ambitious podcast, which explores personal growth and mental health, and co-hosts the Podcast Guesting For Profit, which helps entrepreneurs and podcasters succeed as podcast guests.
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