Tag Archives: SEC/FASB/PCAOB

A Unique Workshop for Attorneys tasked with SEC Reporting

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Many lawyers learn SEC reporting through on-the-job training that often is piecemeal at best. Attend SEC Reporting and Practice Skills Workshop for Lawyers January 11-12 in San Francisco with other 2018 dates and locations available. Develop a comprehensive and in-depth understanding of the structure, organization and details of the reporting requirements of the U.S. federal securities laws, including how to use the SEC’s online resources and all related sources of guidance.

https://www.pli.edu/Content/SEC_Reporting_and_Practice_Skills_Workshop/_/N-1z1011uZ4k?ID=320821

More Insight into the Possible Direction of Regulatory Change

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By: George M. Wilson & Carol A. Stacey

 

In early October, the U.S. Department of the Treasury published a report titled, “A Financial System That Creates Economic Opportunities: Capital Markets, Report to President Donald J. Trump, Executive Order 13772 on Core Principles for Regulating the United States Financial System”.

 

This 220-page report addresses many aspects of the capital markets, ranging from securitizations to derivatives. And, as you would expect, it addresses SEC regulation.

 

Among its recommendations are:

 

  • Repealing several Dodd-Frank disclosure requirements including the pay ratio and conflict minerals disclosure requirements

 

  • The SEC moving forward with the FAST Act requirements to review Regulation S-K

 

  • The SEC proceeding with the proposal to increase the threshold to be a Smaller Reporting Company to $250 million

 

  • Extending the time period a company can be an Emerging Growth Company to 10 years

 

  • Allowing all companies that are considering an IPO to “test the waters”

 

The report is an interesting read, and let us know if you have any thoughts or comments about the report!

 

 

Join us at the 13th Annual SEC Reporting & FASB Forum for Mid-sized & Smaller Companies

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SEC REPORTING
SEPTEMBER 14-15 – Las Vegas – Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas Co-Chairs: Carol A. Stacey, MSA, CPA – Director, SEC Institute, a Division of PLI George M. Wilson, MBA, CPA – Director, SEC Institute, a Division of PLI

With a specific focus for mid-size and smaller companies, this program will help prepare you for successful third-quarter and year-end reporting processes. Hear from industry and topic experts about the impact of the new leadership at the SEC; rulemaking and projects at the SEC, FASB and PCAOB; and more!

  • FASB’s Lease standard will require potentially significant implementation efforts to meet a 2019 effective date – understand the standard and implementation challenges and what steps to take now
  • Revenue Recognition adoption is less than four months away – hear the experiences of early adopters and understand key last-minute issues, including how to design the required disclosures
  • Learn about recent known-trend enforcement cases and understand the current focus areas of investors and regulators
  • Understand how the Financial Instrument Impairment standard affects all companies and its impact to the allowance for trade accounts receivable
  • A roundtable discussion of current events, such as the SEC’s rulemaking and enforcement agendas; FASB’s direction; PCAOB recent developments, including the new Auditor’s Report standard; and corporate governance updates

Register Here: http://www.pli.edu/Content/13th_Annual_SEC_Reporting_FASB_Forum_for/_/N-1z10lptZ4k?ID=298604

 

 

FASB, SEC and PCAOB Update for SEC Reporting Professionals Workshop

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FASB, SEC and PCAOB Update for SEC Reporting Professionals Workshop

Taking place August 23rd in Grapevine, TX.

What You Will Learn:

  • The latest FASB developments, including:
  • The new lease accounting model in-depth and related implementation steps
  • Implementation issues for the new revenue recognition standard and the latest Transition Resource Group developments
  • Statement of cash flow classification issues
  • Other recently issued standards, including the simplification project standards
  • Practical tips on applying existing financial reporting requirements
  • Current SEC developments, including Disclosure Effectiveness and status of Dodd-Frank disclosures
  • SEC review comment letter priorities via case studies and detailed discussion
  • Current PCAOB proposals and rulemaking projects, including the auditor’s report
  • Common findings from PCAOB reviews and the potential impact on both the Independent Public Accountant and their public clients
  • Emerging issues and challenges in merger and acquisition accounting

What You Should Bring

Customize your Workshop experience by bringing your company’s or a client’s most recent SEC filings, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, and a recent 8-K. If you are in the process of an IPO, bring a copy of your latest filing and the SEC’s most recent comment letter. If you work with a company that is not yet public, filings from a company in your industry are a reasonable alternative.

How You Can Register:

http://www.pli.edu/Content/FASB_SEC_and_PCAOB_Update_for_SEC_Reporting/_/N-1z10odqZ4k?ID=290526

 

 

Do you represent a public company?

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SEC Reporting and Practice Skills Workshop for
Lawyers 2017

Hone your SEC reporting skills at this interactive Workshop designed specifically for lawyers. Attendees will build the foundational knowledge and practical experience necessary to prepare and review the SEC’s periodic and current reporting forms. Learn the structure and details of Forms 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K, with particular emphasis on challenging and complex disclosures and how to effectively use the SEC’s guidance. This definitive course is perfect for beginners or as a refresher for experienced SEC reporting professionals.

Key Topics Will Include:

  • Key disclosures and issues in Forms 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K, and the proxy statement
  • All-important sources of SEC reporting rules and guidance, including Regulations S-X and S-K, and the Staff Accounting and Staff Legal Bulletins
  • How to communicate with the public within the constraints of the SEC’s rules
  • How to ensure compliance by executives with Section 16 reporting
  • Latest developments, including the Dodd-Frank pay ratio and pay vs. performance disclosures

What You Should Bring:

Bring your company’s or a client’s most recent public disclosures: 10-K, 10-Q, recent 8-K and one or more press releases. If you work with a private company, filings from a company in the same industry are a reasonable alternative

Dates & Locations:

June 29-30: New York City

October 2-3: Dallas/Grapevine

October 26-27: Chicago

Register Now!

http://www.pli.edu/Content/SEC_Reporting_and_Practice_Skills_Workshop/_/N-1z10odhZ4k?ID=290518