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Construction Contractors: Critical Accounting, Auditing, and Tax Issues (CONS)

  • Format Self-Study Download
  • Credits 8.00
  • Level Intermediate
  • Field of Study Accounting (6), Taxes (2)

Overview

Accounting and financial reporting for construction contractors may be the most difficult area to comply with the various standards. Construction engagements are, in many instances, more complicated than most lines of business due to the many users of the financial statements. In this course, we will discuss why construction accounting and financial reporting is so complex and examine the relationship between the contractor and the surety, both from an underwriting and a claims perspective. We will also explore what the surety looks for to maximize potential bond credit and discuss key areas of tax compliance concentrating on the areas that make construction unique.



Major Topics:

  • Overall landscape of the construction industry
  • GAAP and recent changes affecting the construction industry
  • FASB ASC 606 and its impact on the construction industry
  • Unique audit and review issues with construction contractors
  • The unique relationship between the contractor and the surety
  • Tax compliance issues facing construction contractors
  • Ongoing and new tax issues for construction contractors
  • Going concern disclosures and their importance to the construction industry
  • FASB ASC 842 and its impact on the construction industry

Learning Objectives:

  • Recognize accounting and financial reporting standards relevant to construction contractors
  • Identify how to effectively audit and perform review engagements for construction clients according to the standards
  • Understand tax compliance issues unique to the construction industry and apply the latest changes

Who should take this course:

Practitioners who have construction clients and professionals in the construction industry who need to be up to date on the latest information

Previous experience in the construction industry or providing service to construction clients

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