Author: Frederic Bogui Publisher: CRC Press ISBN: 9781420018172 Category : Political Science Languages : en Pages : 544
Book Description
Demystifying a growing and dynamic field, Handbook of Governmental Accounting reflects the increasing complexity of this area, enabling readers to grasp the intricate accounting that is involved as government expenditures multiply and governments engage in progressively complex transactions. Drawing on the expertise of a distinguished group of contributors, the book begins with a discussion of the growth of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), providing a historical perspective which highlights the greater levels of accountability in government finance. It covers governmental funds, proprietary funds, and fiduciary funds. It also reviews governmental financial reporting and examines the process of auditing governmental entities. While the majority of the chapters relate to state and local governments in the United States, the book also provides insight into federal accounting and international public sector accounting standards. Presenting numerous useful charts and sample budget outlines, this book provides concrete guidance in an area that has increased in complexity as governmental accountability takes on a heightened priority.
Author: Nicholas G. Apostolou Publisher: John Wiley & Sons ISBN: Category : Business & Economics Languages : en Pages : 1032
Book Description
Federal, state and local governments face difficult economic times and increased budgetary constraints as well as increased scrutiny of real and perceived mismanagement of finances and accounting. This reference covers the major aspects of accounting, financial planning and management for all levels of government. Will provide up-to-date information on the multitude of different governmental accounting systems. Brings together the expertise of over 50 experienced professionals and contains 180 exhibits that illustrate key concepts and present practical, real-world examples of important points. Annual supplements will keep subscribers up-to-date with anticipated changes in government accounting and financial systems standards and procedures as the industry attempts to standardize these systems.
Author: Roy T. Meyers Publisher: Jossey-Bass ISBN: Category : Business & Economics Languages : en Pages : 808
Book Description
In this comprehensive reference, Roy T. Meyers provides an invaluable tool for anyone who wants to learn how the government budgeting process works, where it doesn't work, and how it can be improved. Covering everything from current basic processes to the uncertain future of budgeting, Handbook of Government Budgeting is the definitive resource for anyone interested in the ways governments acquire and spend money.
Author: Richard Allen Publisher: Springer ISBN: 113731530X Category : Business & Economics Languages : en Pages : 1125
Book Description
The Handbook is a virtual encyclopedia of public financial management, written by topmost experts, many with a background in the IMF and World Bank. It provides the first comprehensive guide to the subject that has been published in more than ten years. The book is aimed at a broad audience of academics/students, government officials, development agencies and practitioners. It covers both bread-and-butter topics such as the macroeconomic and legal framework for budgeting, budget preparation and execution, procurement, accounting, reporting, audit and oversight, as well as specialist subjects such as government payroll systems, local government finance, fiscal transparency, the management of fiscal risks, sovereign wealth funds, the management of state-owned enterprises, and political economy aspects of budgeting. The book sets out numerous examples and case studies describing good practice in public financial management, and is highly relevant for use in both advanced and developing countries.
Author: United States Government Accountability Office Publisher: Lulu.com ISBN: 0359541828 Category : Reference Languages : en Pages : 88
Book Description
Policymakers and program managers are continually seeking ways to improve accountability in achieving an entity's mission. A key factor in improving accountability in achieving an entity's mission is to implement an effective internal control system. An effective internal control system helps an entity adapt to shifting environments, evolving demands, changing risks, and new priorities. As programs change and entities strive to improve operational processes and implement new technology, management continually evaluates its internal control system so that it is effective and updated when necessary. Section 3512 (c) and (d) of Title 31 of the United States Code (commonly known as the Federal Managers? Financial Integrity Act (FMFIA)) requires the Comptroller General to issue standards for internal control in the federal government.
Author: United States Government Accountability Office Publisher: Lulu.com ISBN: 0359536395 Category : Reference Languages : en Pages : 234
Book Description
Audits provide essential accountability and transparency over government programs. Given the current challenges facing governments and their programs, the oversight provided through auditing is more critical than ever. Government auditing provides the objective analysis and information needed to make the decisions necessary to help create a better future. The professional standards presented in this 2018 revision of Government Auditing Standards (known as the Yellow Book) provide a framework for performing high-quality audit work with competence, integrity, objectivity, and independence to provide accountability and to help improve government operations and services. These standards, commonly referred to as generally accepted government auditing standards (GAGAS), provide the foundation for government auditors to lead by example in the areas of independence, transparency, accountability, and quality through the audit process. This revision contains major changes from, and supersedes, the 2011 revision.
Author: Warren Ruppel Publisher: John Wiley & Sons ISBN: 0470411503 Category : Business & Economics Languages : en Pages : 325
Book Description
For laypeople and accountants with little or no governmental accounting experience, Governmental Accounting Made Easy, Second Edition is a complete and easy-to-use road map to a broad range of governmental accounting topics, and how these individual aspects of governmental accounting work together under the financial reporting model for governments adopted by the Governmental Accounting Standards Board. Read, interpret, and analyze governmental financial statements—Governmental Accounting Made Easy, Second Edition explains everything you need to know. With an entirely new chapter on accounting for OPEB benefits, the Second Edition offers just-the-basics coverage of: Basic accounting concepts underlying all governmental accounting and financial reporting Basic financial statements prepared by governments, including government-wide financial statements and fund financial statements Note disclosures that accompany governmental financial statements Complicated accounting issues commonly found in governmental financial statements Background and definition for understanding the reporting entity Accounting requirements for revenues from non-exchange transactions Recording and valuing capital assets Now with new coverage of accounting for pollution remediation obligations, asset impairment, and asset classification, as well as revised and expanded discussion of pension reporting and sales and pledges of receivables and future revenues, Governmental Accounting Made Easy, Second Edition is the most helpful single-source reference you will find. Whether you are a manager, budget preparer, state legislator, comptroller, lawyer, bond counsel, underwriter of municipal bonds, rating agency employee, bond insurer, contractor, or a member of a school board or city council—Governmental Accounting Made Easy, Second Edition offers a wealth of practical information for putting accounting principles to work for your organization.
Author: Lynford Graham Publisher: John Wiley & Sons ISBN: 0470135778 Category : Accounting Languages : en Pages : 194
Book Description
This supplement brings forward two chapters that were scheduled to be included in the published 11th edition. In addition, it introduces a new set of experienced authors for and a revision of the very important chapter on State and Local Government Accounting - Chapter 34. Chapter 20: Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets includes a comprehensive examination of all current accounting literature bearing on the financial reporting of intangible assets, with a new emphasis on the intellectual property rights that are increasingly the foundation for business operations. Chapter 34: State and Local Government Accounting is a revision of the 11th edition Chapter. In the last decade there have been significant changes in accounting for State and Local Government entities and this has been a significant period of activity for the Governmental Accounting Standards Board. Chapter 50: Cost-Volume-Revenue Analysis for Nonprofit Organization.Ideally, breaking even is a potential targeted goal of a nonprofit organization. If you generate a surplus over a number of periods, donors or funding agents may question your need for the funds, and they may be curtailed. On the other hand, operating at a long term deficit, the nonprofit may become insolvent or unable to perform the desired level of services. It is a delicate balancing act. Cost-volume-revenue (CVR) analysis, together with cost behavior information and budgeting, can assist nonprofit managers in performing many useful planning analyses. By studying the relationships of costs, service volume, and revenue, nonprofit management is better able to understand the implications of many planning decisions. The chapter discusses this useful technique.
Author: Warren Ruppel Publisher: ISBN: 9781119198000 Category : Finance, Public Languages : en Pages : 304
Book Description
A hands-on guide to the ins and outs of governmental accounting--made easy!. Governmental Accounting Made Easy, Second Edition equips you with the tools you need to run the financial and accounting operations within your organization. This complete and straightforward manual covers a broad range of governmental accounting topics that fall under the Governmental Accounting Standards Board, and its recently revised financial reporting model. Boiling down the complicated details of governmental accounting into manageable essentials, author Warren Ruppel, a leading authority on governmental accoun.
Author: Frederic Bogui
Author: Nicholas G. Apostolou
Author: Roy T. Meyers
Author: Richard Allen
Author: United States Government Accountability Office
Author: United States Government Accountability Office
Author: Warren Ruppel
Author: Government Finance Officers Association
Author: Lynford Graham
Author: Warren Ruppel