Conceptual Framework of Financial Flashcards
The Conceptual Framework
Provides the general underpinnings for specific GAAP. It is a “constitution” for developing specific accounting principles.
Decision usefulness primary characteristics
Faithful Representation and Relevance
Characteristics of Faithful Representation
Completeness
Neutrality
Free From Error
Characteristics of Relevance
Predictive Value
Confirmatory Value
Materiality
Enhancing Characteristics
Comparability
Verifiability
Timeliness
Understand ability
Accounting Assumptions
Entity is distinct
Going Concern
Unit of Measurement
Time Period
Accounting Principles
Revenue Recognition
Expense Recognition
Measurement
Full Disclosure
Revenue Accounting Principle
Revenue is recognized when relaized and earned
Expense Recognition Principle
Referred to as matching principle, match expenses with revenue producing activities
Net realizable value
The net rel