Wiley Gaap for Governments 2020 - Interpretation Application of Generally Accepted Accounting

A comprehensive guide to the accounting and financial reporting principles used by state and local governments
 
As more governmental accounting standards are issued, preparers need clear guidance. The Wiley GAAP for Governments 2020: Interpretation and Application of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles for State and Local Governments guides preparers through the standards and their increasing complexity. This is a comprehensive guide to the accounting and financial reporting principles for state and local governments, as well as other government organizations. It has been written to address the needs of users and serve as a helpful resource.
 
Wiley GAAP for Governments 2020 covers the key developments in governmental GAAP that occurred in 2019. Financial professionals can turn to this reliable reference for detailed information and guidance on implementing newly issued and revised standards. Charts and diagrams encourage enhanced understanding of the information.
 
Practitioners will find that the book offers:
* Coverage of financial statements for school districts, public authorities, and pension plans
* Timely information about implementing accounting updates
* Content that stands as an application guide for practitioners
* Checklist for preparers to help ensure that all required disclosures are completed
 
This thorough guide can help financial professionals successfully navigate the complexities of the latest governmental accounting standards. It is a practical resource for those who prepare the critical financial statements of government entities.

List of contents

Preface vii
 
About the Author ix
 
1 New Developments 1
 
2 Foundations of Governmental Accounting 7
 
3 Fund Accounting Fundamentals 29
 
4 General Fund and Special Revenue Funds 49
 
5 Capital Projects Funds 61
 
6 Debt Service Funds 73
 
7 Proprietary Funds 83
 
8 Fiduciary Funds 97
 
9 Financial Statements Prepared by Governments 109
 
10 The Importance of Budgets to Governments 177
 
11 Definition of the Reporting Entity 189
 
12 Cash and Investments--Valuation and Disclosures 237
 
13 Derivative Instruments 295
 
14 Capital Assets 321
 
15 Debt and Other Obligations 355
 
16 Landfill Closure and Postclosure Care Costs 401
 
17 Postemployment Benefits--Pension and Other 411
 
18 Compensated Absences 455
 
19 Accounting for Leases 465
 
20 Nonexchange Transactions 487
 
21 Risk Financing and Insurance-Related Activities/Public Entity Risk Pools 503
 
22 Pension and OPEB Plan Financial Statements 529
 
23 Educational and Other Governmental Entities 565
 
Appendix: Disclosure Checklist 579
 
Index 623

About the author

WARREN RUPPEL, CPA, is the author of several accounting and auditing publications, including multiple editions of Wiley GAAP for Governments. Mr. Ruppel is a partner at Marks Paneth LLP, where he is the government services practice leader. Mr. Ruppel has also served as the Chief Financial Officer of an international not-for-profit organization, the Assistant Comptroller for Accounting of The City of New York, and the Secretary of the New York City Audit Committee.

Summary

A comprehensive guide to the accounting and financial reporting principles used by state and local governments

As more governmental accounting standards are issued, preparers need clear guidance. The Wiley GAAP for Governments 2020: Interpretation and Application of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles for State and Local Governments guides preparers through the standards and their increasing complexity. This is a comprehensive guide to the accounting and financial reporting principles for state and local governments, as well as other government organizations. It has been written to address the needs of users and serve as a helpful resource.

Wiley GAAP for Governments 2020 covers the key developments in governmental GAAP that occurred in 2019. Financial professionals can turn to this reliable reference for detailed information and guidance on implementing newly issued and revised standards. Charts and diagrams encourage enhanced understanding of the information.

Practitioners will find that the book offers:
* Coverage of financial statements for school districts, public authorities, and pension plans
* Timely information about implementing accounting updates
* Content that stands as an application guide for practitioners
* Checklist for preparers to help ensure that all required disclosures are completed

This thorough guide can help financial professionals successfully navigate the complexities of the latest governmental accounting standards. It is a practical resource for those who prepare the critical financial statements of government entities.

Product details

• Authors: W Ruppel, Warren Ruppel, Warren (Cpa) Ruppel, Ruppel Warren
• Publisher: Wiley, John and Sons Ltd
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 30.06.2020
• EAN: 9781119596066
• ISBN: 978-1-119-59606-6
• No. of pages: 688
• Subjects: Social sciences, law, business > Business > Business administration; Rechnungswesen, Accounting, GAAP, GAAP (US-Vorschriften Rechnungslegung)