Search Results for financial-reporting
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Information from financial reports is the basis upon which users of financial information make various decisions accounting measurement based on historical cost is objective and reliable but not appropriate, as it reflects past events and does not provide future information, hence the global trend of replacing historical cost with fair value, since the information generated is relevant and reflects the unit's true financial position. The research therefore sought to illustrate the impact of fair value adoption on the quality of financial reporting. The importance of research stems from the importance of quality financial reporting because of its significant influence on decision makers.Given the international trend to replace the historical cost basis with fair value accounting measurement, it was important to examine the ability of fair value financial reporting to provide users of financial reporting with financial information and indicators that are appropriate and useful for good economic decision-making and also to identify underlying causes Behind the trend of preparers of International Accounting Standards (IAS) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) to use fair value in accounting measurement. To test the validity of the research hypothesis, the impact of using fair value on the quality of financial reporting was measured by measuring the adequacy of financial reporting at Baghdad commercial bank . The researchers came to several conclusions, the main one being that there is an impact of using fair value on bank activities after its application. They recommended that efforts be made to apply fair value across a wider range of financial assets to include all their assets and liabilities properly according to the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), as the impact may become clearer.
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The study aims to figure out the extent to which the commitment to the application of the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) affects the results of the evaluation of banking performance, the study based on a key premise that the commitment of commercial banks to the application of international financial reporting standards positively affects the results of the evaluation of banking performance through the preparation of financial statements that are transparent, appropriate and comparable with other banks in all countries of the world, For the purpose of testing the hypothesis of the research and achieving its objectives, the deductive approach was used in the presentation, study and analysis of research variables in the theoretical aspect, the descriptive quantitative analytical approach and the comparative method were adopted in the practical aspect.
The study reached a set of conclusions, the most important of which is that the results of the ratios and financial indicators based on the amounts extracted from the financial statements prepared in accordance with the International Financial Reporting Standards reflected positively on the evaluation of the performance of banks and led to improving the results of the performance evaluation of the bank and the process of comparison with the ratios of banks in other countries.
The study also recommended the need to intensify efforts among the relevant authorities concerned with the process of applying international financial reporting standards in banks to increase focus and shed light on finding a unified mechanism for the application of standards and follow up on their proper application.
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This research aims to shed light on the concept of real-time financial reporting, the benefits of preparing such reports, and to demonstrate the concept and importance of financial reporting transparency. It also aims to identify the role of real-time financial reporting in improving the transparency of financial reporting. To achieve the research objectives, a questionnaire was distributed to a number of employees at the Baghdad Soft Drinks Company. The research reached several conclusions, including that real-time financial reporting represents a qualitative leap for entities seeking to maintain their competitiveness and flexibility in today's rapidly evolving environment. By providing immediate access to accurate financial data, these reports enable better decision-making, strengthen financial control, improve forecasting, increase transparency, and comply with regulations.
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The research aims to study and analyze the cognitive foundations of analytical procedures and the efficiency of external auditors, in addition to reviewing the relevant literature on the quality of financial reporting. It focuses on the extent to which analytical procedures are applied and on verifying the external auditor’s commitment to their implementation within a selected sample of Iraqi banks (Iraqi National Bank) The study is based on the hypothesis that adopting sound analytical procedures, supported by an audit team that is scientifically and professionally qualified, positively impacts the quality of financial reporting of the audited entity. To achieve the research objectives, the financial statements of the sampled banks were analyzed using financial ratios representing liquidity, activity, leverage, and profitability.
Through a comparison between the ratios used by the external auditors and those applied by the researcher, it was found that the auditors primarily focused on liquidity indicators, applying only the current ratio, without extending the analysis to other ratios related to activity, profitability, and leverage.
The findings revealed that the effective application of analytical procedures by competent external auditors enhances the quality of financial reporting, as each element reinforces the other’s effectiveness; any weakness in one dimension directly affects the reliability of financial reports.
The researcher recommends that analytical procedures and financial ratios be applied by auditors throughout all stages of the audit process, as they provide essential support in determining the nature, timing, and extent of audit tests, while maintaining previous results for comparative and future evaluation purposes..
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This study aims to analyze the impact of digital accounting systems on the quality of accounting information in commercial banks by examining the role of these systems in enhancing the accuracy, reliability, and timeliness of financial information. With the rapid technological advancement, banks have increasingly relied on digital systems for recording and processing accounting data, raising questions about their effect on the quality of financial reporting and decision-making. The study adopts a descriptive-analytical approach to review previous literature and analyze data related to the use of digital accounting systems in commercial banks. It also relies on the inductive method to draw conclusions and recommendations based on the available data analysis. The study is expected to highlight the importance of digital transformation in improving the quality of accounting information and supporting financial and managerial decision-making in the banking sector.
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The banking crisis occurs in the banking system when cash withdrawals from all types of bank accounts by bank customers suddenly rise, that is, when the bank’s or financial institution’s liabilities are greater than financial assets and then its inability to cover the liabilities, then the cash and its equivalents are not guaranteed. The quality of the loan portfolio and the increase in bad loans from it have an impact on the financial position, and for this reason and in the aftermath of the recent financial crisis (2008), the International Accounting Standards Board, in cooperation with international organizations, issued the International Financial Reporting Standard (9) to recalculate the expected credit losses of financial instruments according to scientific grounds To avoid defaulting in debt repayment, the research focused on the challenges facing commercial and Islamic banks in Iraq in implementing the guiding regulations issued by the Central Bank of Iraq, which mandated the application of the standard as of 2019 in light of the capabilities available in those banks.
With the aim of the research to shed light on the requirements of the standard IFRS-9) and procedures for banks in the application of the standard and the role of the Central Bank of Iraq in monitoring banks to ensure that those requirements are met. The research reached several conclusions, the most important of which is that the timing of the application of the standard is not appropriate due to the circumstances that Iraq is going through, and many commercial activities have stopped due to the outbreak of the Corona virus with the decline in oil prices. 2019 until a later time until the appropriate environment for the application is available
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The study aims to find the relationship between internal auditing of the quality of sustainability reports and the quality of financial reports after auditing, and the extent to which banks respond. Based on the changes resulting from stakeholders and their pressures on an ongoing basis To come to the conclusion that the preparation of high-quality sustainability reports has a significant positive correlation with the quality of financial reports after auditing, the correlation between the quality of sustainability reports and the quality of financial reports after audit is conditional on the quality of the audit process. The results of the study showed that Islamic banks rely on reporting principles that focus on the quality of sustainability reports and these principles are particularly important for stakeholders to determine the quality of sustainability reports. the quality of the audit process has an impact on improving the quality of sustainability and financial reports by increasing confidence and credibility of accounting information and the absence of errors, and manipulating accounts, which improves the quality of information, leading to its reliance on decision-making. The study recommended that Islamic banks conduct internal audits based on "quality control" in order to reach a professional and impartial report by the Internal Audit Department that benefits all stakeholders and shareholders, and to apply the six rules of the principles of quality sustainability reports, through full disclosure of information, statement of impacts, assistance to stakeholders or beneficiary clients in decision-making, identification of procedures and the development of proposed hypotheses for the preparation of such disclosures.
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The research aimed to identify the role of governance in selecting appropriate accounting policies for companies listed on the Khartoum Stock Exchange in Sudan. This was achieved by exploring the possibility of finding a statistically significant relationship between audit committees and the selection of alternative accounting policies for companies listed on the Khartoum Stock Exchange, the possibility of finding a statistically significant relationship between internal audit information and the selection of accounting policies for economic companies listed on the Khartoum Stock Exchange, and the possibility of finding a statistically significant relationship between external auditor reports and the selection of alternative accounting policies for companies listed on the Khartoum Stock Exchange. The research followed a descriptive-analytical approach, and a sample was distributed to the study population, which consisted of companies listed on the Khartoum Stock Exchange. The sample was selected from individuals in a manner appropriate to their job titles. The researcher distributed (55) questionnaires to the target group, and (50) individuals responded, meaning that the questionnaire was returned at a rate of (90%). The data collected from the questionnaire was then analyzed. After the study and analysis, the research concluded that there is a statistically significant relationship between audit committees and the selection of alternative accounting policies for companies listed on the Khartoum Stock Exchange, through the presence of a committee to review accounting policies and principles. The study, conducted in companies with the board of directors, focuses on selecting appropriate accounting policies for financial reporting and discussing with management how to choose accounting estimates. It also examines the statistically significant relationship between internal audit information and the selection of alternative accounting policies for companies listed on the Khartoum Stock Exchange. This is achieved through the contribution of internal audit information to governance, enhancing credibility and fairness for companies, and reducing the risks of administrative and financial corruption. The research recommends that companies and institutions increase their focus on the concept of governance and work to adopt and develop it to contribute to improving the financial and administrative performance of emerging, developing, and established companies.
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Despite the successive governments’ efforts to achieve the dimensions of sustainable development in Iraq, the current reality indicates that Iraq remains one of the countries lagging in this field. Therefore, this research analyzes the status of the banking sector in light of banking reforms and the capital market’s role in promoting and achieving the dimensions of sustainable development. It sheds light on some key indicators and concludes with a set of findings, the most important of which is that Iraq is still behind in realizing sustainable development due to the difficult circumstances it faces. These include the persistent deficit in the general budget, the lack of genuine efforts to achieve sustainable development, increasing environmental pollution, and the widespread phenomenon of financial and administrative corruption, all of which can undermine any development plan. The research concludes with a set of recommendations, the most significant of which are: monitoring the outcomes of strategic plans set by government institutions within their work programs and disclosing achievement rates in creating opportunities, employment, and realizing the benefits of large-scale production; strengthening cooperation between banks and the capital market by having banks offer diversified financial and investment services within the capital market; establishing green investment funds jointly financed by banks and investors to support sustainable development; and raising awareness among investors about the importance of sustainable development and their role in achieving it.
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This research aims to explore the role of accounting in improving the financial performance of both public and private institutions, focusing on how modern accounting tools such as Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems and cloud-based accounting software can enhance financial efficiency and increase transparency. The study adopts a descriptive-analytical approach, using surveys to collect data from accountants and financial managers within various institutions. Financial performance was assessed using key financial indicators such as Return on Investment (ROI), Return on Assets (ROA), liquidity ratios, and profitability ratios. Additionally, the research analyzes the economic and regulatory challenges institutions face in implementing modern accounting systems and the impact these challenges have on the accuracy of financial reporting. The findings indicate that the use of modern accounting systems significantly improves financial efficiency by accelerating the process of data collection and analysis, thus enabling more accurate strategic decision-making. The results also reveal that institutions face economic and regulatory challenges, such as changes in laws and regulations, which affect the effectiveness of accounting systems.
The research concludes that adopting modern accounting systems positively impacts financial performance but requires a flexible environment to adapt to economic and regulatory challenges.
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The research focuses on calculating the expected credit risks according to the IFRS9 9 standard and how to apply this standard in the National Bank of Iraq. IFRS9 9 is an accounting standard that deals with the classification, financial value of financial assets and the management of risks related to them. Modern accounting standards require considering the financial risks of loans and other financial products owned by the bank. The IFRS9 9 standard aims to supply a comprehensive credit risk management system and supply a probable estimate of expected losses on loans and other financial products. The process of calculating the expected credit risk by the IFRS9 9 standard includes several main steps. First, financial products should be classified according to the degree of expected risk. This classification is based on the quantitative and qualitative information relevant to the bank and the credit risk assessment for each category. After that, the expected credit size for each category is decided based on forecasting models and risk estimates. These models are based on a set of accounting, economic and business standards. Historical data and current information are used to decide the expected credit volume and the possible risks entailed by financial portfolios. According to accounting standards, banks must include the expected credit volume in periodic financial reports and constantly update it. This helps third parties, such as investors and regulators, to understand the bank's exposure to credit risks and the efficiency of the bank's risk management. This process is reflected in the volume of credit applied at the National Bank of Iraq by improving the bank's understanding of credit risks and thus the ability to make better decisions in granting loans and managing risks. The aim of this research is to study the calculation of expected credit risks following the IFRS9 9 standard and analyze their impact on the credit volume in its application at the National Bank of Iraq. The focus is on understanding the details of the standard and how to apply it to improve risk management and make better decisions in granting loans. Through this research, we have concluded that calculating the expected credit risks by IFRS9 contributes to enhancing the bank's understanding of credit risks and improving its efficiency in risk management, and the correct application of the standard helps in supplying more transparent and predictable financial reporting of potential losses. Based on the findings, there are some recommendations for improving risk management at the National Bank of Iraq and applying the IFRS9 standard. The bank should strengthen its technical capabilities to collect and analyze financial data and credit ratings in a more correct and effective manner, and the bank should supply continuous training to employees on the standard and methods of its implementation and the use of proper predictive models to calculate the expected credit risks. Finally, the bank should give financial reports in an organized and transparent manner, explaining the expected credit volume and the potential risks entailed by this volume. This will help investors and regulators understand the extent of the bank's exposure to credit risks and the efficiency of the bank's risk management.
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Integrated reports represent an episode in the development of the financial reporting function and were approved by the management of economic units as a result of the pressures of users of accounting information in light of a competitive economic environment that requires reducing the information gap between management and users in order to ensure the achievement of social and environmental activities to evaluate the efforts of the management of economic units and their ability to achieve goals. Its strategy and creating an integrated information advantage.
The importance of the research stems from the importance of integrated reports and evaluation of banking performance and governance, as it addresses an important issue supporting the disclosure of quantitative and qualitative information about the performance of banks to meet the needs of investors and stakeholders. The aim of the research was to determine the role of the dimensions of integrated reports within the governance framework in the process of results and evaluation of banking performance.
As for the research problem, the process of reporting on the results of the economic unit’s work is accompanied by various problems that prompted the emergence of a comprehensive type of reports. Hence, the research problem can be formulated with the following questions: Do the contents of the dimensions of integrated reports affect the evaluation of banking performance within the framework of governance? The research is also based on the following hypotheses: The first main hypothesis: There is a role for integrated reports with their dimensions within the governance framework in evaluating banking performance under the Balanced Scorecard (BSC) system.
Many conclusions were reached: weak disclosure in the non-financial reports of the bank in the research sample, in addition to the low levels of environmental and social activities that help management achieve its set goals, and the low utility of the information provided to users.
The research summarized the recommendations, the most important of which are the need to oblige professional accounting organizations and the management of the Iraqi Stock Exchange to direct bank management and the need to commit to preparing annual integrated reports.
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Stand out the present research study aims at investigating the effect of applying international accounting standards in the public sector for the purpose of arriving at measurement and accounting disclosure of the employees' benefits granting to economic units in the government sector that apply the government accounting system, and to explicate the level of benefit in improving the outputs of the accounting system and its ability to support indicators of transparency and disclosure. In view of the vast development in financial reporting, preparing reports and financial statements with a high level of transparency and disclosure as well as the importance of working individuals being one of the important and essential factors to ensure the proper functioning of work, the continuity of productivity and the efficiency of the economic unit, the government accounting system currently adopted in some public sector directorates is considered insufficient to the requirements of internationally accepted accounting standards in general The importance of the present study has emerged in finding that it is possible to apply IAS 19 employee benefits by adapting the current government accounting system in the Iraqi economic units to the requirements of the standard and getting to know the effect of the application on the information content and outputs of the government accounting system. The General Directorate of Education / Wasit has been chosen a sample for the study in question, The current study has arrived at a number of conclusions as follows:
- The classification of benefits granted to employees and workers according to the government accounting system differs from the classification stated in IAS 19 Employee benefits.
- The quality of financial reports and statements is an important means of disclosure and communication of financial and non-financial information.
. The government accounting system does not provide adequate accounting measurement and disclosure about employee benefits. 3
In view of the findings reached at, the current study recommends the following:
1- Giving due importance to what was stated in the International Accounting Standard regarding the classification of the benefits granted and the adaptation of the government accounting system to those classifications.
2- Enhancing the awareness of management and employees in the economic unit of the importance of preparing financial reports and statements.
3- Working on adapting the government accounting system to keep pace with the requirements of international accounting standards by adding new sub-accounts to the accounting guide and creating a plan for new sub-accounts to the accounting guide and creating a plan for employee benefits.
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This research aims to demonstrate the contribution of internal auditing to help manage and reduce financial risks and achieve financial sustainability. The research included a number of variables to identify risks, their types, the foundations of their management, and the procedures followed to reduce risks. To achieve the research objectives and test its hypotheses, we conducted a case study of the most important financial risks that are likely to face self-financing units in Nineveh Governorate.
The most important results of the study reached by the researcher were the absence of regulations governing the performance of internal auditing to carry out its role in managing and reducing risks, the weakness of the role of internal auditing in achieving financial sustainability, and the lack of a clear program for internal auditing prepared in accordance with sustainability. The study concluded with a number of recommendations, the most important of which are: The necessity of ensuring that there is a plan in each department that includes steps and procedures to reduce the financial risks that may be exposed to and review them continuously. The importance of internal audits directing the unit to prepare reports and data related to sustainability in general and financial sustainability in particular. Internal audit must measure the financial sustainability of financial reporting information through specific quantitative measures
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The research aims to know the impact of the application of IFRS 16 on the accounting measurement of rent and to know the difference between the method followed by the bank in measuring rents and the method followed by the standard in measurement, and also to know the difference between the bank’s classification of rents between operational and financing and the classification of the standard It and the consequences of this classification in terms of treatment by the bank and in the standard, by analyzing the lease contracts of the Trade Bank of Iraq and classifying those contracts into operational and financing and knowing the way in which the bank measures its lease contracts and then classifying the lease contracts according to The standard and the application of the measurement method used in the standard, and is there a difference in measurement or not. One of the most important conclusions reached by the researchers is the effect of applying IFRS 16 on the measurement of lease contracts in the bank. The most important recommendation reached by the researchers is to force Iraqi banks to apply IFRS 16 to lease contracts.