Balance Sheet: Reporting Liabilities

Course Information

Title: Balance Sheet: Reporting Liabilities
Category: Accounting and Auditing
Field of Study: Accounting
Course Code: M206
CPE Credits: 5.0
Price: 43.95

Description

Description:

Liabilities represent an entity’s present obligations to transfer or provide economic benefits, facilitating daily operations, financing growth and investment, and establishing creditworthiness. Proper classification and recording of liabilities are crucial for accurately representing a company’s liquidity and solvency, as this practice informs stakeholders about its ability to manage daily operations and fulfill long-term financial commitments. This course provides a foundational understanding of liabilities to help you navigate common liability accounts under U.S. GAAP. It covers how these obligations are presented on the balance sheet and explains their crucial role in determining a company’s financial health and stability, with specific examples to illustrate the application.

Delivery Method: Online Interactive Self Study

Level: Intermediate

Prerequisites: None

Advanced Preparation: None

Course Details

Category: Accounting and Auditing

Field of Study: Accounting

Passing Score: 70%

Technical Details: Accounting: Technical

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Objectives

Objectives:

  1. Recognize basic principles of reporting liabilities on the balance sheet
  2. Identify classification and characteristics of liabilities
  3. Recognize the appropriate rules to account for contingencies
  4. Identify accounting procedures for accounts payable and deferred revenues
  5. Recognize rules for the troubled debt and lessee accounting
  6. Recognize key financial metrics used to evaluate a company’s ability to meet its financial obligations

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Profession

NASBA: Yes

QAS: Yes

CPA: Suitable for all CPAs

IRS: No IRS credit for Enrolled Agents.

Profession Identifiers: CPA