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11-08-24 :
FEI Washington Policy Conference To Address Business Uncertainty
FEI's second annual Washington Policy Conference, Sept. 26-27, will address business uncertainty
11-08-04 :
Short- And Long-term Outlook For Corporate Taxation, By E&Y
Ernst & Young LLP held a Thought Center webcast on Aug. 3, 2011, that covered issues on the short- and longer-term outlook for corporate taxation
11-08-04 :
Budget Control Act Of 2011, CCH Summary
Budget Control Act of 2001, CCH Summary
11-08-01 :
CPE: August 2011
Making tax an early and integral part of financial transformation can yield significant cash, tax and earnings benefits, as well as improving internal controls associated with the financial reporting of income taxes.
11-06-01 :
Cover Story: June 2011
Looks like the road is going to remain bumpy for some time, as various constituencies vie for what they deem favorable tax policy. With no substantial change expected until after election 2012, businesses can still reap the maximum benefits of current policies, if they know where to look.
11-06-01 :
News & Reviews: June 2011
11-05-01 :
Tax Strategy: May 2011
Executives are increasingly looking to SSCs for tasks as diverse as customer service, property management and human resources. And, though the reasons may vary, one key consideration is often absent from the discussion: indirect tax.
11-04-15 :
President Obama Expected To Sign 1099 Repeal Legislation
President Barack Obama signed legislation to repeal the 1099 reporting requirement that was part of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. It passed in the senate 87-12 and in the House 314-112.
11-04-01 :
Tax: April 2011
As companies formulate their growth strategies, financial executives need to understand and consider the tax implications in four critical areas.
11-03-14 :
CBO Releases Annual Report On Tax, Spending Options To Reduce Deficit
On March 10, 2011 the Congressional Budget Office released its annual report on tax and spending deficit-reduction options.
11-03-01 :
Financing: March 2011
There are a number of widely available federal and state incentive programs — including tax incentives — to ease the burden of companies interested in financing their energy efficiency and green energy initiatives.
11-02-17 :
Tax Proposals In President Obama's 2012 Budget: No Fundamental Changes Included
The Obama administration has released its 2012 budget proposals, which include many proposed changes. Read the entire Tax Legislative Update provided by Grant Thornton's National Tax Office.
11-02-16 :
2011 Tax Policy Forecast Survey Results: Miller & Chevalier
On Feb. 8, law firm Miller & Chevalier announced the results of its 2011 Tax Policy Forecast Survey, measuring the current perspectives and attitudes of corporate tax executives on the direction of tax policy in the coming year.
11-02-03 :
Senate Repeals 1099 Reporting Requirement; Action Moves To The House
On Feb. 2, 2011 the Senate adopted an amendment to the FAA reautorization bill to repeal the 1099 reporting requirement created by the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.
11-01-25 :
CCT Top Issues in 2011
11-01-04 :
FEI CEO's 2011 Top Challenges For Financial Executives
FEI's president and CEO lists top issues for financial executives for 2011
11-01-01 :
Tax Trends: January 11
An unprecedented level of regulation and new legislation are expected to have a major impact on tax and finance departments. Tax is transforming from a departmental, siloed process to an enterprise function, as tax and finance departments are increasingly integrating to improve productivity and manage tax risk and compliance.
11-01-01 :
Tax: January 11
With deficit and budget concerns, legislators and policymakers in Washington are grappling with difficult decisions regarding deficit reduction and tax reform. Balancing the desire for some additional short-term fiscal stimulus and targeted tax reductions with long-term deficit reduction goals will make this year challenging for lawmakers.
10-12-17 :
$858-Billion Tax Relief Bill Passed By Congress, Signed By President Obama
10-12-15 :
FEI Express Private Company Edition #86
10-12-08 :
FEI Express Public Company Edition #88
10-12-03 :
Fiscal Commission Votes On 'The Moment of Truth'
National Commission on Fiscal Responsibility and Reform voted today on it's report entitled "The Moment of Truth."
10-12-01 :
Tax: December 10
Best-practice tax departments are banding together to leverage the knowledge of other tax groups within their organization to integrate their tax operations.
10-12-01 :
Financial Reporting: December 10
On Sept. 24, the Internal Revenue Service finalized Schedule UTP (Form 1120 — Uncertain Tax Position Statement) and issued additional guidance that marked a revision from its original proposal.
10-12-01 :
Washington Insights: December 10
Finding bipartisanship on a complicated issue like balancing the federal budget seems like a Herculean endeavor.
10-12-01 :
Proposals To Repeal 1099 Provision Fail In Senate
Efforts to repeal the 1099 reporting requirement failed in the Senate on Nov. 29, 2010.
10-11-30 :
CPC-P Urges Action on Tax Policies During Lame Duck
10-11-16 :
COT Signs Letter Urging Quick Action on Tax Extenders
10-11-05 :
2010 Midterm Election: FEI Post-Election Analysis For Business
FEI's Government Affairs in Washington, D.C., prepared this brief on key issues from the 2010 midterm elections that will impact businesses.
10-11-01 :
In Brief: November 10
10-10-01 :
Cover Story: October 10
The congressional election season is shaping up as one of the most consequential in recent years as poll after poll points to a big change in the balance of power coming to the U.S. Congress.
10-09-29 :
FEI Express Public Company Edition #84
10-09-24 :
President Signs Small Business Jobs Act
The Small Business Lending Fund Act of 2010 was approved by the House and was sent to Pres. Barack Obama, who is expected to sign it on Mon., Sept. 27.
10-09-23 :
GOP 'Pledge To America' Lays Out Republican Plans Post-Midterm Elections
Sept. 23, 2010, the Republications released "A Pledge to America," which will serve as a key indicator of the GOP agenda post-midterm elections.
10-09-20 :
COT Writes Congressional Leadership On Obama R&D And Bonus Expensing Proposals
10-09-16 :
Small Business Jobs and Credit Act of 2010 Passes Senate
Sept. 16, 2010, the Obama administration pass the Small Business Jobs and Credit Act of 2010 by a 61-38 vote.
10-09-09 :
CPC-P Signs Letter Raising Awareness on Effects of Tax Increases on Business
10-08-31 :
New Law Creates Potential Financial Reporting Consequences, By KPMG
A new law that includes changes to international tax provisions could have financial reporting consequences for U.S. companies with foreign operations.
10-07-23 :
Indirect Tax Function: Proactivity Can Create Savings
More robust management of the indirect tax function can save companies significant amounts and is critical to control overall costs and cash flow.
10-07-01 :
Tax: July 10
Six global trends are shaping the tax world as today’s tax managers are inundated with complex rules and myriad activities surrounding reporting and compliance. Technology — as a solution — is advancing almost as rapidly as the problems present themselves.
10-06-11 :
CPC-P Signs Letter Opposing New Payroll Taxes on S Corporation Shareholders
10-06-03 :
FEI Comments On IRS Announcement 2010-9 On Uncertain Tax Positions
FEI's Committee on Taxation filed a comment letter to the IRS on Announcement 2010-9: Uncertain Tax Positions - Policy of Restraint.
10-06-01 :
Cover Story: June 10
Many believe the current U.S. international tax system is putting American-based companies at a competitive disadvantage with other industrialized countries.
10-05-28 :
House Passes Tax-Extenders Package Before Holiday Recess
The U.S. House of Representatives passed a 10-year, $116-billion tax-and-spending "extender" bill today, just before taking off for the Memorial Day holiday recess.
10-05-26 :
FEI Sends Letter To House Expressing Concern With International Tax Increases In Jobs Bill
On May 26, 2010, FEI's Committee on Taxation sent a letter to the House expressing concern with several significaqnt tax increases included in H.R. 4212.
10-05-21 :
Congress Releases Compromised Legislation to Extend Tax Relief
House Ways and Means Chairman and Senate Finace Committee Chairman Sander Levin and Max Bacus, respectively, released a new compromised version of tax extenders legislation (H.R. 4213) that continues dozens of expired or expiring tax provisions.
10-05-13 :
CPC-P Sends letter To Congressional Leadership Urging Action on Expired Tax Provisions
10-05-12 :
U.S. International Tax System At A Crossroads, By E&Y
The U.S. International Tax System at a Crossroads was published by Barbara Angus, Tom Neubig, Eric Solomon and Mark Weinberger of Ernst & Young LLP and Ernst and Young Global.
10-05-11 :
Jobs Stimulus Bill Proposals, Tax Relief Expected
The House and Senate have been work on several “jobs stimulus” proposals since December, which would provide some tax relief to businesses and help companies create and maintain jobs. However, some provisions of these bills which also raise taxes as a means to pay for the taxation relief.
10-05-01 :
Tax: May 10
Too many CFOs and other financial executives are either unaware of the tax incentives they can tap to save substantial amounts of money or are slowed by misconceptions of how the system works.
10-04-12 :
FEI Submits Letter to Energy and Commerce Committee Regarding the Real Impact of Health Care Reform
FEI Submits Letter to Energy and Commerce Committee Regarding the Real Impact of Health Care Reform
10-04-01 :
Private Company Tax Policy Priorities
10-03-11 :
Senate Passes Tax-Extenders Bill
On March 10, 2010, the Senate voted 62 to 36 to pass a one-year, retroactive extension of the research and development tax credit and other individual and business tax incentives that expired at the end of last year.
10-03-02 :
CPC Policy Joins Estate Tax Coalition Letter Urging Permanent Estate Tax Relief
10-02-22 :
President Releases Comprehensive Health Care Reform Proposal
On Feb. 22, 2010, days aheads of a bipartisan meeting scheduled to take place to discuss health care reform, President Barack Obama released his own comprehensive proposal for health care reform.
10-02-02 :
President Obama's Fiscal Year 2011 Budget Released, Includes Tax Increases
10-01-30 :
IRS Proposes Increased Disclosure Of Uncertain Tax Positions
On Jan. 26, 2010 the IRS published an Announcement describing proposed new disclosures relating to Uncertain Tax Positions.
10-01-30 :
FEI Files Amicus Brief With Supreme Court On Textron Case
On Jan. 27, 2010 FEI filed an amicus curiae "friend of the court" brief with the Supreme Court of the United States in support of a petition for review fo the U.S. vs. Textron case.
10-01-15 :
'Financial Responsibility Fee' Expected To Raise $117 Billion, Says Obama
President Obama detailed his new Financial Responsibility Fee, which is expected to raise $117 billion to cover losses from the Troubled Asset Relief Program. The fee will be imposed on as many as 50 major financial firms.
10-01-01 :
In Brief: January 10
10-01-01 :
Management: January 10
The answer to that question may reside less with the tax code and more with how tax information is obtained and used.
09-12-21 :
FEI CEO: 2010 Top Challenges For Financial Executives
09-12-01 :
Transfer Pricing Trends Around the World
During this recession, results from a recent Ernst & Young recent survey on transfer pricing trends shows that company’s practices are being scrutinized in jurisdictions around the globe.
09-11-01 :
Tax: November 09
Europe does it. So do Japan, Mexico and Canada. Arguments for and against a value-added tax in the U.S. have been going on for more than 35 years. With more than 30 countries doing it, should the U.S. enact a VAT now?
09-11-01 :
In Brief: November 09
09-10-14 :
FASB, IASB News Roundup Oct. 1, 2009 - Oct. 14, 2009
This summary is provided as a service for FEI members-only.
09-10-01 :
In Brief: October 09
09-09-01 :
Tax: September 09
One business incentive that escaped the chopping block is the “IC-DISC” program, which benefits small and mid-sized companies by substantially reducing the tax rate on income from export sales. Yet, only about 6,000 of the many thousands of U.S. firms that qualify take advantage of this program.
09-09-01 :
Financial Statements and the Return of Professional Judgment
09-09-01 :
Washington Insights: September 09
Once Congress finalizes its major health care overhaul bill, it’s likely to turn to other matters, including expiring tax provisions.
09-07-29 :
Tax Foundation Releases Mid-Year Update, Comparing States
09-07-28 :
FEI Joins More Than 280 Organizations Calling For Keeping America Competitive
FEI's Committee on Taxation (COT) joined more than 280 other companies and associations -- pare of the PACE Coalition -- to sign a letter calling on Members of Congress to retain a competitive U.S. tax system.
09-07-27 :
FEI Joins Over 280 Organizations in Call to Keep American Workers Competitive
09-07-24 :
FEI Asks IRS, U.S. Treasury To Address Liquidity Issue By Extending IRS Notice 2008-91
09-07-01 :
cover story: July 09
The Obama administration’s new proposals would greatly alter international tax rules as they apply to U.S.-based organizations, which already pay one of the highest corporate tax rates in the world.
09-06-18 :
FEI Files Comment Letter On FIN 48 For Pass-Though Entities
09-06-09 :
Job Losses, Revenue Declines Would Result From Repealing Deferral, Says New Report
09-05-12 :
Tax, Budget Update: Treasury's Greenbook, OMB's Analytical Perspectives Released
On May 11, the U.S. Treasury Department released its "General Explanations of the Administration's Fiscal Year 2010 Revenue Proposals, also known as the Greenbook. Separately, The White House OMB released its annual Analytical Perspectives.
09-05-05 :
President Obama Proposes International Tax Reform
On May 4, 2009 President Barack Obama presented his plan for international tax reform.
09-05-01 :
in brief: may 09
09-05-01 :
Implications Of IFRS Conversion On R&D Tax Credit, PP&E, by PwC
09-05-01 :
private companies: may 09
Unlike individuals, corporations do not benefit from a lower tax rate on their capital gains. Corporate capital gains are taxed like other ordinary income at a maximum federal rate of 35 percent.
09-04-07 :
House, Senate Adopt Competing Budget Plans
On April 2, 2009 the House and Senate passed different budget plans. Read highlights in a summary provided to FEI by Andrew Prior, director, Washington National Tax Services, PricewaterhouseCoopers.
09-04-07 :
House, Senate Adopt Competing Budget Plans
On April 2, 2009 the House and Senate passed different budget plans. Read highlights in a summary provided to FEI by Andrew Prior, director, Washington National Tax Services, PricewaterhouseCoopers.
09-04-02 :
CPC Signs Letter Supporting Estate Tax Amendment
09-04-01 :
in brief: April 09
09-03-25 :
New FERF Study Describes Benefits of Automating Income Tax Reporting
The benefits and challenges of automating the income tax reporting process are described in a new research study by Financial Executives Research Foundation (FERF), Trends in Income Tax Reporting Automation, by FERF Research Associate Thomas Thompson Jr.
09-03-01 :
tax: March 2009
The use of fair-value accounting in the U.S. has accelerated in recent years as a means of enhancing financial statement quality, transparency and relevance. With the trend toward global convergence — where fair-value measurement is even more prevalent — here are highlights of certain tax considerations
09-03-01 :
washington insights: March 09
Every financial executive wants to hear two words: tax relief. However, Congress and the new administration have some very difficult choices to make regarding taxes — both those set to expire next year and new ones.
09-02-27 :
President Obama Releases Budget, Business Tax Increases Included
09-02-18 :
FASB Adds Fair Value, Other New Projects
FASB Chairman Robert Herz announced at FASB's Feb. 19, 2009 board meeting that FASB will add new, short-term projects on fair value accounting and disclosures, and additional projects, to its agenda.
09-02-14 :
President Signs American Recovery And Reinvestment Act
09-01-22 :
Textron Ruling Issued Relating To Tax Accrual Workpapers
09-01-13 :
FEI Makes Recommendations To Congress And Treasury On Economic Stimulus
09-01-13 :
COT sends letter suggesting economic stimulus ideas to Congressional Leadership
09-01-01 :
tax: january 09
Following his inauguration on Jan. 20 — and given history and the current economic climate — President Barack Obama is expected to swiftly engage in pushingto enact many of the proposals he made on the campaign trail.
09-01-01 :
tax: january 09
Following his inauguration on Jan. 20 — and given history and the current economic climate — President Barack Obama is expected to swiftly engage in pushingto enact many of the proposals he made on the campaign trail.
08-12-16 :
Tax Implications For IFRS Conversion, By PwC
PwC on tax implications for IFRS conversion from two perspectives: planning considerations for U.S. tax executives and tax-accounting methods.
08-12-16 :
Tax Implications For IFRS Conversion, By PwC
PwC on tax implications for IFRS conversion from two perspectives: planning considerations for U.S. tax executives and tax-accounting methods.
08-12-05 :
FEI CPC Sends Letter To FASB Supporting Delay Of FIN 48 For Private Cos.
On Dec. 5, 2008 FEI's Committee on Private Companies, Standards Subcommittee, filed a comment letter with the FASB on Proposed FSP FIN 48-c, supporting FASB's proposed delay of FIN 48, Accounting for Uncertainty in Income Taxes, for private companies.
08-11-04 :
FASB Releases Proposal To Delay FIN 48, Uncertain Income Taxes, For Private Cos.
On Nov. 4, 2008 the FASB released its proposed FSP FIN 48-c, Effective Date of FASB Interpretation No. 48 for Certain Nonpublic Enterprises.
08-11-01 :
in brief: november 08
08-11-01 :
in brief: november 08
08-10-15 :
Detailed Summary of FASB Board Meeting
Following is a detailed summary of highlights from the Financial Accounting Standards Board’s October 15, 2008 board meeting
08-10-15 :
All Private Entities Would Receive Delay Of FIN 48 Under FASB Proposal
On Oct. 15, 2008, FASB voted to propose a further defer FIN 48, Uncertain Income Taxes, for ALL private entities, not only private pass-through entities.
08-10-08 :
FEI Issues Statement Commending Response To Credit Crisis
On October 8, 2008, Financial Executives International (FEI) issued a statement in response to the credit crisis.
08-10-07 :
IRS Temporarily Eases Rules on Loans From Overseas Subsidiaries
On Oct. 3, 2008, the Internal Revenue Service released ruling (IRS Notice 2008-91, Treatment of Certain Obligations under Section 956(c)), to ease tax treatment of loans from foreign subsidiaries.
08-10-03 :
President Bush Signs Sweeping Financial Rescue Plan After House Passage
By a vote of 263-171, on Oct. 3, 2008, the House of Representatives voted to concur with the Senate version of the financial rescue bill, The Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008.
08-10-01 :
international accounting: october 08
Transitioning to IFRS will have a noticeable effect on corporate taxes, due to the intertwined relationship of the tax rules and regulations embedded in U.S. GAAP.
08-10-01 :
international accounting: october 08
Transitioning to IFRS will have a noticeable effect on corporate taxes, due to the intertwined relationship of the tax rules and regulations embedded in U.S. GAAP.
08-10-01 :
Private Cos. Will Receive Further Guidance From FASB On FIN 48 (Uncertain Income Taxes)
The FASB met on Oct. 1, 2008 to discuss FIN 48, Accounting for Uncertainty in Income Taxes, specifically regarding the existing deferral for private companies.
08-10-01 :
Senate Passes Financial Rescue Bill – EESA, Goes To House Next
On Oct. 1, 2008 the U.S. Senate passed the Emeregency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008, a bill aimed at rescuing the financial markets and the broader economy from the current market turmoil. The next step is to go to the House for approval; a voted is expected by Fri., Oct. 3.
08-09-24 :
FASB Delays Proposed FAS 5 Amendment To 2009
At its Sept. 24, 2008 board meeting, the Financial Accounting Standards Board announced it will delay the effective date of its proposed changes to contingency disclosures in FAS 5 until next year.
08-09-15 :
Congressmen Support GAO Call For DOL Guidance On Hedge Funds, Private Equity
The Government Accountability Office (GAO) recently released a report that recommends additional Labor Department guidance to pension plans on investing in hedge funds and private equity.
08-09-11 :
IRS, Treasury Release 2008-2009 Priority Guidance Plan
On Sept. 10, 2008, the U.S. Treasury Department released their 2008-2009 Priority Guidance Plan.
08-09-01 :
tax: september 08
The case for Congress taking up significant individual tax reform legislation beginning in 2009 is compelling. Two tax professionals with PwC advise companies to begin preparing now to understand how the potential tax reform may affect their businesses.
08-09-01 :
tax: september 08
The case for Congress taking up significant individual tax reform legislation beginning in 2009 is compelling. Two tax professionals with PwC advise companies to begin preparing now to understand how the potential tax reform may affect their businesses.
08-09-01 :
financial management: september 08
Cash-strapped local governments are focusing on corporate unclaimed property, one of the few sources of additional revenue states can tap. Here’s how to protect your company
08-09-01 :
financial management: september 08
Cash-strapped local governments are focusing on corporate unclaimed property, one of the few sources of additional revenue states can tap. Here’s how to protect your company
08-09-01 :
cover story: september 08
Arguably the longest and highest-profile presidential campaign in history, its days are numbered. Here are some insights on what U.S. businesses can expect on Day One of the new administration.
08-09-01 :
cover story: september 08
Arguably the longest and highest-profile presidential campaign in history, its days are numbered. Here are some insights on what U.S. businesses can expect on Day One of the new administration.
08-08-29 :
DOJ Revises Charging Guidelines on Privilege; Some Say Legislation Still Necessary
On Aug. 28, 2008, the Department of Justice revised its charging guidelines - formally known as the Principles of Federal Prosecution of Business Organizations. Some are still calling for legislative action, to protect attorney-client privilege.
08-08-26 :
SEC Approves PCAOB Rules On Communication With Audit Committees, Tax Services
08-08-21 :
FASB Adds Business Combinations, Including Related Tax Issues, To Codification
On Aug. 21, 2008, FASB announced that it has released the Business Combinations Topic, including related tax issues, to the FASB Accounting Standards CodificationTM.
08-08-13 :
GAO Tax Study Released
On Aug. 12, 2008, GAO released a report updating its earlier studies on differences in reported tax liability of Foreign Controlled Domestic Corps (FCDCs) vs. U.S. Controlled Domestic Corps (USCCs).
08-08-12 :
FEI Committee On Private Companies Asks FASB To Exempt Private Cos. From FIN 48
On Aug. 12, 2008, FEI’s Committee on Private Companies, standards subcommittee, filed a comment letter with the FASB asking that private companies be exempted from FIN No. 48, Accounting for Uncertainty in Income Taxes.
08-07-22 :
Noncompliance With FIN 48 On Tax Reserves Cited In Seigel & Co Report
08-07-10 :
Joint Committee on Taxation Addresses Economic Efficiency and International Tax Reform
08-07-10 :
Joint Committee on Taxation Addresses Economic Efficiency and International Tax Reform
08-07-03 :
Analysis of McCain, Obama's Tax Plans, The Tax Policy Center
08-07-03 :
Analysis of McCain, Obama's Tax Plans, The Tax Policy Center
08-06-26 :
Remitting FICA and Social Security Tax for Employees Working in Canada
08-06-16 :
‘Full Blown’ IFRS May Not Be Desired By, Relevant For Private Cos, Panelists Tell FASB
The ‘full-blown’ set of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) may not be the first choice of private companies in deciding if and when to adopt IFRS, vs. adopting alternatives like the International Accounting Standards Board’s (IASB’s ) current project on IFRS for Private Entities, panelists said at a FASB forum on Global Accounting Standards on June 16, 2008.
08-06-16 :
Highlights Of SEC, FASB, FEI Remarks, A.M. Session, FASB Forum On Global Standards
Following are highlights from remarks of U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chief Accountant Conrad Hewitt, Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) Chairman Robert Herz and Financial Executives International (FEI) President and CEO Michael P. Cangemi at FASB's June 16, 2008 Forum on High Quality Global Accounting Standards.
08-05-27 :
IFRS Impact On Tax Executives, By PwC
What IFRS will mean to U.S. tax executives
08-05-27 :
IFRS Impact On Tax Executives, By PwC
What IFRS will mean to U.S. tax executives
08-05-05 :
PCAOB, IRS Seek Nominations For Advisory Groups
08-04-22 :
PCAOB Amends Tax Services Rule; Adopts Communication With Audit Committee Rule
On April 22, 2008, the PCAOB amended its tax services rule and adopted a new rule on communications with audit committees.
08-04-21 :
FEI Files Amicus Brief In Textron Case About Attorney-Client, Tax Practioner-Client Privilege
08-03-14 :
Douglas H. Shulman Named IRS Commissioner
08-03-10 :
IRS Proposes Reg's On Capitalization Of Tangible Assets
08-02-27 :
FEI Reiterates Opposition To Revenue Raising Tax Proposals
08-02-06 :
Tax Policy Forecast 2008
Law firm's Miller & Chevalier survey of tax execs from global corporations measuring perspectives and attitudes.
08-02-01 :
FASB Issues Final Guidance Delaying FIN 48 For Private Cos.; More FASB Highlights
FASB issued final guidance on the deferral of the effective date of FIN 48 (Accounting for Income Taxes) for private companies. Highlights of this and other current FASB news follow.
08-01-23 :
FASB Votes To Modify Guidance On Deferral Of FIN 48 For Private Companies
At its Jan. 23, 2008 board meeting, FASB voted to clarify the scope of its proposed deferral of the effective date of FIN 48 for private companies. The board also agreed to modify the effective date of the deferral, and noted early adoption of FIN 48 will still be permitted. FASB will proceed to a ballot draft of the final FSP.
08-01-22 :
FEI Commends IRS For Reconsidering Policy On Access To Tax Accrual Workpapers
08-01-02 :
Tax Study Released by U.S. Treasury Department
On Dec. 20, 2007, the U.S. Treasury Department’s Office of Tax Policy released its study on: “Approaches to Improve the Competitiveness of the U.S. Business Tax System for the 21st Century.”
07-12-07 :
FASB-AICPA Private Companies, Small Co Committees Meet
A number of FEI members participated in the December 6-7, 2007 meeting of the FASB-AICPA’s jointly sponsored Private Company Financial Reporting Committee (PCFRC). On the second day of the meeting, PCFRC met jointly with FASB’s Small Business Advisory Committee (SBAC).
07-12-05 :
FASB Meets On Income Taxes; Exposure Draft Coming
At its Dec. 5, 2007 board meeting, FASB voted on matters pertaining to its income tax convergence project, and the next step will be to issue an Exposure Draft for public comment in the first quarter, 2008
07-12-03 :
FEI Expresses Concern To Senate, House On IC-DISC
07-11-21 :
Paulson Supports Nomination of Shulman As IRS Commissioner
Treasury Secretary Paulson issued a statement Nov. 21, 2007, saying that he is “extremely pleased that the President intends to nominate Doug Shulman to be IRS Commissioner."
07-10-25 :
Chairman Rangel Introduces Comprehensive Tax Reform Bill
On Oct. 25, 2007 House Ways and Means Committee Chairman Charles Rangel (D-N.Y.) introduced a comprehensive tax relief and reform bill.
07-10-01 :
International Tax: October 07
Powerful results can be achieved when international tax planning efforts are aligned with initiatives to improve supply chain operations.
07-09-19 :
FEI Committees Urge IRS To Preserve Policy of Restraint
In a letter to policymakers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the Treasury Department, FEI’s Committee on Taxation (COT) and Committee on Corporate Reporting (CCR) have urged the IRS to maintain its current “policy of restraint” with regards to tax accrual workpapers.
07-09-01 :
Procuring Tax and Compliance Services
Here are five steps for managing the procurement process for external tax and compliance services.
07-09-01 :
Coporate Tax: september 07
Amid much publicity and debate about the tax advantages of private equity funding, a U.K.-based attorney covers the basic tax issues and compares tax treatment in the U.S. with that in the U.K.
07-06-07 :
Kevin M. Brown Serving As Acting IRS Commissioner
07-04-03 :
FEI Tax Committee Comments On Proposed Business Tax Hikes
07-03-01 :
FIN 48: Are Gray Skies Going to Clear Up?
FIN 48 is more than changes to rules and disclosures, says this accounting firm partner, who predicts the ramifications of adopting new income tax accounting rules will reverberate louder and further than companies may realize.
07-02-12 :
Finance Executives´ Tax Policy Forecast For 110th Congress
07-02-06 :
Select Provisions Of The Administration's FY ´08 Budget
06-12-12 :
2006 Global Tax Risk Survey, By E&Y
06-11-14 :
Increasing Regs Change Corporate Tax Dept Role, KPMG Survey
06-07-13 :
FASB Issues FIN 48 On Uncertainty In Income Taxes
06-06-11 :
Senate Fails to Consider Estate Tax Bill
06-05-18 :
President Bush Signs Tax Reconciliation Bill Into Law
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