Transitioning to accrual -- IFAC resource

Posted by Bill Dorotinsky

As a follow-up to our October 15 blog "Transition to Accrual Accounting," a reader suggested we also highlight the International Federation of Accountants(IFAC) International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS) research paper Study 14 "Transition to the Accrual Basis of Accounting: Guidance for Governments and Government Entities (second edition)" (December 2003). This authoritative, 268-page guide covers issues of managing the process of change, skills assessment and training, financial reporting issues, as well as coverage of specific topics such as treatment of cash and intangible assets. This guide is available for free electronic download at the IFAC web bookstore link above.