Bridge the gap between academic theory and the actual financial operations of a public company.
This course provides a practical look at the role of accounting within a corporate environment, focusing on the preparation and interpretation of financial statements rather than basic bookkeeping mechanics. It covers the organizational structure of accounting departments, the month-end close process, and the strategic use of financial data for business decision-making. Learners will examine the three key financial statements, explore various career paths in the field, and review the requirements for obtaining a CPA license. The content is designed to help professionals identify financial risks, ask informed questions, and understand how accounting functions impact overall company performance.
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Accounting Consultant
Senior technical accounting and financial reporting professional with over 20 years of experience. Creator of the Technical Accounting Forum website, which is the first and only website and forum for technical accountants. Corporate experience as well as client service experience. Ability to manage multiple projects and teams. Specializing in: - Technical Accounting Providing guidance to business partners on transactions Key interface with outside auditors on all technical accounting positions Performing technical research and communicating recommendations to management Drafting of technical accounting position papers Implementation of new accounting pronouncements including ASC 606 and ASC 842 Areas of proficiency: revenue recognition, debt and equity, ASC 350 and ASC 360 impairments, stock-based compensation, business combinations, segment reporting - SEC/External Reporting Ownership of external financial reporting process Filing of Forms 8-K, 10-Q, 10-K Implementation of Workiva and XBRL Preparation and review of press releases Preparation of audit committee materials Ensuring SOX compliance over financial reporting Drafting of SEC comment letter responses - Accounting Policy Establishing and updating accounting policies and procedures Communicating policies to the organization via intranet, e-mail and training - M&A Ownership of purchase accounting Main contact for valuation specialists Financial due diligence Post-acquisition finance integration - IPO Leading the drafting of the S-1 and F-1 Drafting responses to SEC comments Dilution and capitalization calculations Providing deliverables for audit comfort letter
