Search Results for quality-of-accounting-information
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This study aimed to shed light on compliance auditing and the risks associated with non-compliance, while demonstrating the impact of compliance auditing on the quality of accounting information contained in the financial statements, applied to a sample of Iraqi banks listed on the Iraq Stock Exchange. The study also addressed the concept of compliance auditing as one of the branches of modern auditing that focuses on verifying institutions' compliance with laws, standards, and regulations, and its role in enhancing transparency, credibility, and improving the quality of accounting information. This study was based on the hypothesis that fulfilling compliance auditing requirements in the correct and proper manner by audit committees can result in a set of distinct benefits, including expressing a neutral professional opinion on ensuring the level of quality of accounting information for entities subject to auditing that meets the requirements of a wide range of investors. The study problem was embodied through a set of questions, including (Do economic units operating in the local environment seek to adopt compliance auditing practices for their financial statements and statements? Do economic units operating in the local environment realize the role that compliance auditing practices play in improving the image of the auditing profession for a wide range of investors? Does adherence to compliance auditing practices affect ensuring a certain level of quality of accounting information for entities subject to auditing, especially in an environment where the importance of transparency and financial accountability increases? In order to achieve the objectives of the study and examine and test its hypothesis, the study adopted the descriptive analytical approach. By constructing and formulating a questionnaire form that was distributed to the study sample consisting of a group of auditors, compliance monitors and financial accountants working in the banking sector, and then analyzing the study data through the use of a number of statistical means and methods.
The study reached a set of conclusions, the most important of which is that there is an important role for compliance auditing in enhancing the quality of accounting information, and there is a statistically significant moral effect of compliance auditing on the quality of accounting information in its dimensions.
The study also recommended the need for continuous assessment of the extent of banks' compliance with laws and standards, and the application of effective internal control systems that support compliance auditing tasks and ensure early detection of any violations, and the development of proactive plans to avoid financial and legal risks associated with non-compliance.
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Actuarial accounting is one of the modern administrative concepts that has achieved remarkable success in all fields and various fields that dealt with actuarial science as a main study in its administration, especially insurance companies, as actuarial science aims to develop and increase the performance of insurance companies on an ongoing basis and keep pace with changes and events that occur suddenly or unexpectedly. On the other hand, actuarial accounting seeks to find solutions to the problems facing companies at the present time or to predict future events and the risks surrounding them according to statistical and mathematical analysis, which contributes in one way or another to reducing the financial losses of companies or reducing those risks. In this context, the research set out to study the impact of actuarial accounting in increasing he quality of accounting information in Iraqi insurance companies, which will lead to improving performance, providing better services to shareholders, and managing profits in an optimal manner.
The study was applied in Iraqi insurance companies by selecting a sample consisting of (102) accountants working in those companies to measure the role of actuarial accounting as an independent variable and to increase the quality of accounting information as a dependent variable. The researcher used the questionnaire form as a tool to collect the information necessary to analyze the research variables and demonstrate the impact and correlation using the statistical program (spss-ver27). The researcher reached a set of conclusions, the most important of which are: Actuarial accounting is one of the modern sciences that uses statistical, mathematical, financial, and economic sciences to provide an appropriate climate for investment, maximize the value of the economic unit, and ensure its survival. The most important thing recommended by the researcher is: Scientific and professional bodies such as the Accountants Association and other unions should hold seminars, workshops and introductory conferences on actuarial accounting as a new field of accounting knowledge and its importance in increasing the quality of accounting information.
key words: actuarial science, quality of accounting information, Iraqi Insurance Companies.
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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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International Accounting Standards achieved widespread have become as a sample of high-quality accounting standards . The application of accounting standards result in high-quality financial reports which are regarded as the main factor in determining the quality of these financial reports . International accounting standards are like any other set of standards which allow with some freedom to choose accounting policies that show the problem of the research through several questions: do the international accounting standards contribute to the development of the quality of accounting information? and what is its impact on the Iraqi environment? As the objective of the research is to shed light on international accounting, the research is based on the hypothesis that the accounting standards contributed to the improvement of the quality of accounting information. The researcher concluded several points: the most importantly is that : (through the analysis of the questionnaire, the dominant part of it calling for the application of international accounting standards in improving the quality of accounting information and the extent of its impact on the Iraqi environment after obtaining modification and adaptation of these international standards with the Iraqi environment. The most important recommendations the researcher gives are : the necessity of the participation in establishing a board of accounting and auditing standards in Iraq through issuing local standards that are in line with those of international ones to fill the large gap between the Iraqi standards and the international ones
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The research aims to clarify impact of using resource consumption accounting to improve the quality of accounting information that management needs it for making future decisions that related to cost management and resources and the rate of its exploitation. In the section, the researcher dealt with the concept of resource consumption accounting, get to know its steps, and the benefits of using it. As for the second section, he touched on the quality of accounting information and their characteristics, and standards for measuring the quality of information. The researcher adopted use of the analytical and statistical aspect to verify the research hypothesis through using a questionnaire that was distributed to a group of people consisting of administrators, accountants, engineers, technicians and a group of academics. The researcher concluded that resource consumption accounting helps in providing useful information for decision-making that includes the company's resources and the relationship between these resources, thus it achieves the quality of the information. The researcher made important recommendations, as he recommends the adoption of resources consumption accounting which it provides useful information to decision-makers that help them in planning and managing resources in the future
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Accounting information is a vital element and an important basis in evaluating the performance of companies and an important tool in formulating their policies and making future decisions, especially with regard to investment decisions in securities, especially if this information is prepared in accordance with local or international principles and standards, which gives it quality and effectiveness in its use. The problem of the research lies in the accounting information is still unclear in the financial reports, which leads to difficulty for investors in making their investment decisions regarding buying and selling shares in the Iraqi Stock Exchange. The research aims to study the relationship and impact between the quality of accounting information and the investment decision-making process, and to highlight the importance of the accounting information contained in the reports. The financial statements of companies registered in the Iraqi stock market are for investors to help them make their investment decisions. In his study, the researcher used the questionnaire form method in collecting data. Among the most important results are: Individual Iraqi investors find that the accounting information contained in the financial reports is clear, understandable, and sufficient for the purpose of making their investment decisions. Iraqi individual investors need accounting information when making their decisions about buying and selling shares on the Iraqi Stock Exchange, and reading financial reports greatly affects their investment decisions. The most important recommendations: Work to increase individual investors’ awareness of the importance of the Board of Directors’ letter when making their investment decisions.
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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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One of the most important issues that an economic unit can face is changing accounting policies in light of the diversity of accounting options and alternatives, The aim of the study is to provide an introductory introduction to accounting policies and the impact of changes in accounting policies in accordance with the International Accounting Standard (IAS-2), Changing accounting policy is one of the most important issues that an economic unit can face, The important factors in improving the quality of accounting information in the financial statements through analyzing the relationship between the application of these policies and their accuracy and reliability, The research is based on an analytical study of the financial statements issued by the General Company for Textile and Leather Industries, The research reached a set of conclusions, the most important of which is that since the financial statements prepared by the company, whether based on manual or electronic programs, are not based on accurate information generated through the integrated system, their output does not truly indicate the efficiency and benefits of the company’s operations as a result of the company’s possession of a database, Unified and updated for all data related to the company’s branches, and in particular, with regard to the technical and statistical aspects. As a result of the use of old systems, it has become difficult to quickly and accurately obtain the necessary information as a result of the division and dispersion among the company’s departments, which has made it difficult to review the resulting financial statements, As for the recommendations, the most important of them is the need for all economic units to pay attention to the inventory component because it increases the ability of the economic unit to remain in the market and obtain many revenues for the economic unit
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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.