- Documentation IssuesIn this video, the expert panel discusses the challenges that auditors face in adequately documenting their judgments and conclusions around the risks identified in the risk assessment process. They mention the importance of articulating the variable audit response required for low, medium, and high risks. The panel also addresses this...January 4th, 2018
Video, Academics, Auditors - Implementation of New Accounting StandardsThe implementation of new accounting standards can present a unique set of challenges for preparers (and their auditors). Public companies must begin to apply the new revenue recognition standard to annual reporting periods beginning after December 15, 2017; the new leasing standard will be applicable to annual reporting periods beginning...January 4th, 2018Video, Academics, Auditors
- How Management Thinks about Risks that Impact Its BusinessCompanies are confronted with myriad of risks that can impact their business, such as an emerging competitor, loss of market share, and, obsolescence of their product line. The pace of change has also brought on disruptive innovations such as Blockchain, cryptocurrencies, and risks such as cybersecurity breaches. In this video,...January 4th, 2018Video, Academics, Auditors
- Management’s Response to Identified RisksCompany management faces considerable challenges when it comes to addressing the wide range of business risks. In this video, we learn how some companies address risks that have been identified, including how they communicate that information to the board. Download panelists’ biosJanuary 4th, 2018Video, Academics, Auditors
- Does "Boardroom Accountability 2.0" Reflect Main Street Investors?Video Does “Boardroom Accountability 2.0” Reflect Main Street Investors? Wednesday, January 3, 2018 How aligned are institutional and main street investors in matters of corporate governance and investor confidence? What has been the impact of efforts, such as recent initiatives launched by the New York City Pension Funds, to make corporate boards more...January 3rd, 2018Video, Audit Committee, Investors, Preparers/Issuers
- Episode 56 of "Profession in Focus" features Sandra Richtermeyer of the Manning School of BusinessVideo Episode 56 of “Profession in Focus” features Sandra Richtermeyer of the Manning School of Business Wednesday, January 3, 2018 Episode 56 of “Profession in Focus” features Sandra Richtermeyer, Dean of the Manning School of Business at the University of Massachusetts Lowell. Among other topics, Richtermeyer discusses the importance of business students having...January 3rd, 2018Video, Academics, Auditors, Cybersecurity, Emerging Reporting Areas
- Episode 55 of "Profession in Focus" Features Tal Goldhamer, EY Partner and Chief Learning Officer - AmericasVideo Episode 55 of “Profession in Focus” Features Tal Goldhamer, EY Partner and Chief Learning Officer – Americas Tuesday, December 12, 2017 Episode 55 of “Profession in Focus” features Tal Goldhamer, EY Partner and Chief Learning Officer – Americas. Goldhamer discusses keys to successful auditing careers, why professionals need relationship-building skills, and the...December 11th, 2017Video, Academics, Auditors
- Episode 54 of "Profession in Focus" Features Professor Richard Hatfield of the University of AlabamaVideo Episode 54 of “Profession in Focus” Features Professor Richard Hatfield of the University of Alabama Tuesday, November 21, 2017 Episode 54 of “Profession in Focus” features Professor Richard Hatfield of the University of Alabama’s Culverhouse School of Accountancy. Hatfield, who is also president of the Auditing Section of the American Accounting Association,...November 21st, 2017Video, Academics, Auditors
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