Government accounting

The Governmental Accounting Standards Board has released guidance in the form of questions and answers to help state and local governments apply its standards.

The Financial Accounting Standards Board and the Governmental Accounting Standards Board are both on the lookout for new chairmen, with the end of the term approaching next year for leaders of both FASB and GASB.

The software was designed by accountants and technology professionals at the firm.

Truth in Accounting wants pension and retirement benefit costs included in state and local government reporting.

The Federal Accounting Standards Advisory Board is looking for input on some proposed changes.

The board posted a proposed guide Thursday, with a set of questions and answers about the new standards.

The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants is partnering with the International Federation of Accountants on videos and case studies

The Governmental Accounting Standards Board has posted a proposed implementation guide with a set of questions and answers about GASB’s new standards on accounting and financial reporting for fiduciary activities.

The Governmental Accounting Standards Board proposed implementation guidance Tuesday to help explain some of its pronouncements.

Two new documents from the board suggest enhancements to the reporting model, and new ideas about recognizing elements in financial statements.