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PART 1 PowerPoint presentation for Unit 1. The orange tabs are for incorrect information in preparation for the final submission of your Capstone portfolio (Acct460 week 1P Template revised). Unit 2, You demonstrated knowledge of calculating the vertical and horizontal analysis. However, your written analysis of profitability and improvement did not include the vertical analysis (perform the vertical and horizontal vertical analysis of the balance sheet and the income statement for Jim). Unit 3: You have demonstrated some knowledge in completing tax forms for a corporation, a partnership, and the applicable schedules. However, you didn't use the correct information from the assignment instructions to complete all required documents and schedules. Also, I did not complete the Statement 1 Other Deduction form for the 112 and 1065. PART 2. Description Using the case study Jim’s Auto Body, prepare an audit program to audit revenue. You will use all of the relevant management assertions as the audit objectives, and you should include the following: Management assertions to be addressed (audit objectives) Internal control Test of controls Substantive test of transactions Part 1 After the audit program has been drafted, identify the type of report that will be produced as a result of the audit of revenue, and develop the audit report. Part 2 The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) professional standards provide uniform wording and format for the audit report. The audit report should focus on the revenue cycle and Jim’s Auto Body. Write a 1-page audit report for Jim’s Auto Body that includes all seven parts of a standard audit report, as follows: Report title Audit report address Introductory paragraphs Scope paragraph Opinion paragraph Name of the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) firm Audit report date Please submit your assignment. It all must be in a PDF format

Timed Exam in 2 hours, must be available in 2 hours 1. 15 multiple choice to be finished in 15 minutes. I wont really need help with this but may send a few questions I dont know. 2. 4 questions/problems, one in the matching format and the other three in the File Response format. To be finished in 1 hour. The quiz is based on 3 chapters that are broken down below. Please accept if you have expertise in these topics. Chapter 8: Know the three MAIN FACTORS that contribute to fraud in the FRAUD TRIANGLE and, if presented with a situation, know how to align these factors to the situation (See Slide 3 and Brief Exercise 8-1) Understand the concept of internal controls, key aspects of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, who the COSO is, and the KEY COMPONENTS OF THE COSO INTERNAL CONTROL FRAMEWORK (See Slide #’s 4 and 5); recognize the limitations of internal control procedures (See Slide #15) Know the SIX INTERNAL CONTROL PRINCIPLES that comprise the COSO’s Control Activities (Establishment of Responsibility, Segregation of Duties, Documentation Procedures, Physical Controls, Independent Internal Verification, and Human Resource controls) and be able to identify a situation to which those principles might apply (See Slide #’s 6 through 14 and Slide #’s 16 and 17); more specifically HOW THEY RELATE TO CASH RECEIPTS AND CASH DISBURSEMENTS – be able to identify the internal control principle that relates to the relevant cash receipts and/or cash disbursements procedures (Brief Exercises 8.5 and 8.8 are good questions to look at; Slide #’s 18 through 25 also good references) Be able to identify the weakness in a cash receipt or cash disbursement procedure while identifying the internal control principle that is being violated – also be able to make a recommendation for rectifying the situation (See Exercise 8.2 and Exercise 8.3) You NEED TO KNOW HOW TO PREPARE A BANK RECONCILIATION and also be able to prepare journal entries for the book adjustments – THERE WILL BE A PROBLEM ON THIS (Problem 8.4 is a great problem to review plus Slide #’s 31 through 38 are good references) Understand how cash is presented and what qualifies as cash and a cash equivalent (see Slides 39 through 41) – more of a multiple-choice related question, if testedChapter 9: Understand the “allowance” method in accounting for bad debts; be able to recognize and prepared journal entries for each of the 3 stages a bad debt may go through (estimating the bad debt, writing off an account receivable, and recovery of an account receivable previously written off) (this whole process is exhibited through Slide #’s 5 through 11) Be able to determine a bad debt estimate based on the “percentage-of-receivables” method through a percentage of total receivables, and also using an aging of receivables; understand how the bad debt estimate is then recorded when the existing balance in allowance for doubtful accounts is a credit or a debit (See Brief Exercise 9.6, Exercise 9.6, Exercise 9.4 (although this question goes a little deeper than I will get with a problem on the quiz), and further illustrated through Slide #’s 12 through 19) Understand the significance of the “allowance for doubtful accounts” account, how receivables are presented, specifically the concept of “net or cash realizable value” (See Brief Exercise 9.4, as well as Slide #’s 7 and 8) THERE WILL BE A PROBLEM ON THE QUIZ INTEGRATING ALL OF THE ABOVE THREE BULLET POINT CONCEPTS Understand the process for factoring receivables in order to expedite payment as well as the manner that credit card sales are processed – important to understand how the journal entries work in recording these types of transactions (See Slide #’s 20 through 27 as well as Exercise 9.9) As it relates to receivables analysis, I will not ask you to memorize computations or even make the computation; however, you will be responsible for having a basic understanding of the interpretation of these analyses if they are presented to you – in other words, you will need to be able to make sense of what the reported analyses mean and/or elude to via a company’s performance (see Slide #’s 31 through 34) Know the components of a note, how to compute interest on a note, and how to determine the maturity date of a note especially when the note is expressed in terms of days (Slide #’s 35 through 38 and Slide #’s 42 and 43, as well as Brief Exercise 9.8 and parts of Exercise 9.12); you should also understand the journal entries that need to be recorded when a note receivable is honored and paid and/or dishonored (See Slide #’s 40 and 41, as well as Exercise 9.12) – THERE COULD BE A SHORT PROBLEM ON THESE VARIOUS NOTE RECEIVABLE CONCEPTS Chapter 10: You need to know the various classes of plant assets and the costs that get capitalized to those assets - versus costs that do not go into the plant asset account (fully covered in Slide #’s 3 through 12 and further reviewed in Exercise 10.2 and Exercise 10.3 – land big focus) Need to understand the depreciation process in its entirety – the concept of cost, useful life, salvage value, and net book value (Slide #’s 13 through 17) Know how to compute, report, and record journal entries for depreciation using the straight-line, units-of-activity, and declining-balance methods, and how to derive end of period accumulated depreciation and book value – THERE WILL BE A PROBLEM ON THE QUIZ THAT REQUIRES YOU TO COMPUTE DEPRECIATION UNDER ALL THREE METHODS, DERIVE ACCUMULATED DEPRECIATION BALANCE AND NET BOOK VALUE AS WELL (thoroughly reviewed in Slide #’s 18 through 36, Exercise 10.6, Problem 10.2) Understand the process for disposing of plant assets (selling, retiring plant assets) as well as how to compute a gain or loss on the disposal including the preparation of the journal entries to reflect the disposal on the books (Slide #’s 48 through 50 and Exercise 10.9) Understand what natural resources are, the concept of depletion associated with natural resources, and how to calculate depletion on natural resources (See Slide #’s 48 through 50) Understand the types of intangible assets, what goes into the cost of intangible assets, the amortization process and determining and recording amortization on intangible assets) (See Slide #’s 51 through 59, as well as Exercise 10.13); know what comprises research and development costs (what they are and how they are accounted for) (See Slide #’s 57 through 59) Understand the statement presentation and analysis of assets – again, I am not looking for you to memorize computations or even make the computation; what I am looking for is your basic understanding of the interpretation of such analyses if they are presented to you – in other words, you will need to be able to make sense of what the reported analyses mean and/or elude to via a company’s performance (See Slide #’s 60 through 66, as well as CT10.2 (comparative analysis problem))

Define and differentiate between a cash flow hedge and a fair value hedge. What might cause a US-based firm to consider using one hedge vs. the other hedge? Summarize the differences that exist between the US GAAP and IFRS on the accounting for derivatives designated as hedges at the current date you are answering this question. Prepare an example of a US-based firm managing an exposed foreign currency net liability position including the journal entries required from the date the US firm purchases goods on account from a foreign-based supplier until the date the purchase is settled, including all journal entries required over a 3-month period. Please add 3 scholarly articles and no AI content.

REQUIREMENTS OF THE CASE STUDY: This is the first year in which AM has implemented its policy of performing formal quantitative goodwill impairment tests. In preparation for the upcoming financial statement audit of AM and its subsidiaries, and for future audits, Mickelson would like you to provide documentation of the process that should be used in determining the appropriate goodwill valuation in accordance with U.S. GAAP. Please provide a step-by-step list or decision diagram/flowchart that details the general process of assessing goodwill impairment. There are at least three major decision steps within the process. Each major decision, though, has its own set of steps. Each step should be accompanied by a decision along with a justification for the course of action as indicated by the Financial Accounting Standards Board Accounting Standards Codification. You should prepare your documentation such that it can be applied to a broad array of scenarios involving goodwill impairment and, thus, it must extend beyond the specific fact patterns presented in the case text. Based upon your knowledge of the facts presented in the case and appropriate authoritative guidance, Mickelson has asked you to oversee the testing of goodwill impairment for ZD and Hope and to ultimately determine, based on the information provided by Roberts, the valuation of goodwill and the related impairment loss, if any, for the Household Goods segment. Please provide any relevant calculations either as part of the body of your Word document submission or in a separate Excel file. Beyond the company’s compliance with U.S. GAAP, AM’s institutional shareholders are most concerned with the quality of the financial information that they are provided, and its ability to affect their investing decisions. In past shareholder meetings, AM investors have been particularly interested in goodwill valuations of recent acquisitions, given AM’s role in the market as a conglomerate. In anticipation of questions surrounding goodwill at the upcoming shareholder meetings, Mickelson would like you to provide a written, maximum two-page, single-spaced memo containing (1) an explanation of why you chose (or did not choose) to early adopt the goodwill impairment testing provisions of ASU 2017-04; and (2) an evaluation of the efficacy of the reported goodwill amount from Requirement 2 in contributing to the quality of the information reported to AM shareholders and the public. Be sure to consider differences between the specific goodwill impairment guidance and the related theoretical guidance from the Financial Accounting Standards Board Conceptual Framework, along with the political and practical forces that may have caused them. Pay particular attention to the Implementation Guidance portion which appears at the end of the Case Study. PROJECT SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS: Be sure to discuss and reference concepts taken from the required and recommended readings throughout the course and also from your own relevant research. Include a title page and reference page. Your Project submission should include the following: a step-by-step list or decision diagram/flowchart that details the general process of assessing goodwill impairment. Please provide any relevant calculations either as part of the body of your Word document submission or in a separate Excel file. a written, maximum two-page, single-spaced memo containing (1) an explanation of why you chose (or did not choose) to early adopt the goodwill impairment testing provisions of ASU 2017-04; and (2) an evaluation of the efficacy of the reported goodwill amount from Requirement 2 in contributing to the quality of the information reported to AM shareholders and the public. a minimum of 6 credible, academic, or professional references beyond the course text, required and recommended readings, or other course materials. The following resources have been provided. You may wish to use them for review and/or incorporate them into your assignment as cited references. PwC. (2017). Intangibles—Goodwill and other (Topic 350): Simplifying the test for goodwill impairmen. FASB. PwC. (2023). Navigating goodwill impairment testing guidance: Observations from the front line. APA7 format and no AI content- use the attached outline

Task Overview: The freelancer will analyze the value creation practices of Nestlé. This involves assessing how the company generates and communicates value, either through its existing integrated report (if available) or by developing a framework for integrated reporting if none exists. The work should be structured based on the specified criteria. Key Deliverables: Company Overview (1.25 points): Provide an overview of Nestlé and its industry, including key products/services and market position. Value Creation Capitals (3.75 points): Identify Nestlé's main capitals of corporate value creation (e.g., financial, human, natural, social, intellectual). Explain the relationship between capital inputs and outcomes. Highlight measures, evidence, and clarity in how Nestlé demonstrates value creation. Critical Evaluation (3.75 points): Critically analyze Nestlé's implementation of the defined capitals of value creation. Discuss strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities for improvement in their approach. Conclusion and Wrap-Up (1.25 points): Summarize key findings, insights, and recommendations. Guidelines: The assignment should be a maximum of 2,000 words. Submit the work in a professional format using MS Word, with a cover page that includes your name, university ID, and details about Nestlé. Reference all data sources and provide clear evidence for claims. Evaluation Criteria: The assignment will be graded on the following: Depth of knowledge and analysis. Quality and relevance of evidence used. Ability to draw logical conclusions and provide actionable insights. Note for Freelancer: Focus on clarity and precision in writing. Ensure that all findings are aligned with the grading rubric provided (integrated reporting and value creation analysis framework).

Assignment Purpose (Updated for Philips): To analyze how Philips creates value using its integrated reporting framework by evaluating its existing integrated report. Key Evaluation Areas (Max 10 Points): Overview (1.25 points): Provide a detailed background of Philips as a global leader in health technology and its industry focus. Highlight its core areas such as medical devices, personal health, and innovation in sustainability. Identify Capitals (3.75 points): Analyze the key types of capital (financial, intellectual, human, social, and environmental) used by Philips. Examine the inputs (e.g., investments, R&D) and outcomes (e.g., products, innovations, stakeholder value) associated with these capitals. Assess the evidence Philips provides for its value creation practices in its integrated report. Critical Evaluation (3.75 points): Critique how effectively Philips implements its value creation strategies. Highlight successes, such as sustainability initiatives and healthcare innovations, and identify any gaps or areas for improvement in its approach. Conclusion (1.25 points): Summarize the overall findings of the evaluation concisely. Emphasize Philips' strengths in value creation and any recommendations for future reporting improvements. Specific Instructions: Focus on Philips only, ensuring no overlap with other classmates. Limit the report to 2000 words and format it using MS Word. Include a cover page with: Your full name. University ID. Philips company details (e.g., headquarters, industry, and report year).

The freelancer will analyze the value creation practices of Sysmex Corporation. This involves evaluating how Sysmex generates and communicates value, either through its existing integrated report (if available) or by developing a framework for integrated reporting if none exists. The work must be structured according to the specified criteria. Key Deliverables Company Overview (1.25 points): Provide an overview of Sysmex Corporation and its industry, including: Key products/services offered by Sysmex. Sysmex’s position within the medical diagnostics and laboratory testing industry. The company’s market position and competitive landscape. Value Creation Capitals (3.75 points): Identify Sysmex's main capitals of corporate value creation, including: Financial Capital: How Sysmex generates financial value through its revenue, profitability, and investments. Human Capital: The skills, expertise, and development of Sysmex’s workforce. Natural Capital: Sysmex’s management of environmental resources and sustainability efforts. Social Capital: Sysmex’s relationships with external stakeholders such as customers, suppliers, and communities. Intellectual Capital: The company’s innovation, patents, and technological know-how. For each capital, explain: The relationship between capital inputs and outcomes. Measures, evidence, and clarity in how Sysmex demonstrates value creation. Critical Evaluation (3.75 points): Critically analyze Sysmex's implementation of the defined capitals of value creation: Discuss the strengths of Sysmex in utilizing its capitals effectively. Identify weaknesses or areas where Sysmex could improve its value creation practices. Explore opportunities for Sysmex to enhance its approach to value creation. Conclusion and Wrap-Up (1.25 points): Summarize the key findings, insights, and recommendations for Sysmex: Provide a brief summary of Sysmex’s value creation strategy. Highlight recommendations for improvements based on your analysis. Guidelines The assignment should be a maximum of 2,000 words. Submit the work in a professional format using MS Word, with a cover page that includes your name, university ID, and details about Sysmex Corporation. Reference all data sources and provide clear evidence to support your claims. Evaluation Criteria The assignment will be graded on the following: Depth of knowledge and analysis: Demonstrating a clear understanding of Sysmex's value creation practices. Quality and relevance of evidence used: Providing strong, well-researched evidence to back up your claims. Ability to draw logical conclusions and provide actionable insights: Offering clear recommendations for Sysmex’s future value creation strategy. Note for Freelancer Focus on clarity and precision in your writing. Ensure that all findings align with the grading rubric provided, specifically in terms of integrated reporting and value creation analysis for Sysmex Corporation.

Assignment Title: Value Creation Analysis for Walaa Cooperative Insurance Company Task Overview: The freelancer will analyze the value creation practices of Walaa Cooperative Insurance Company. This involves evaluating how the company generates and communicates value, either through its existing integrated report (if available) or by developing a framework for integrated reporting if none exists. The work must be structured according to the specified criteria. ‘can use reports link to support u ( https://www.saudiexchange.sa/Resources/fsPdf/16049_490_2023-05-18_15-52-45_en.pdf)And also this company website ( https://www.walaa.com/ Key Deliverables: Company Overview (1.25 points): Provide an overview of Walaa Cooperative Insurance Company and its industry, including key products/services and market position. Value Creation Capitals (3.75 points): Identify the main capitals of corporate value creation employed by Walaa Cooperative Insurance Company (e.g., financial, human, natural, social, intellectual). Explain the relationship between capital inputs and outcomes in the context of the company’s operations. Highlight measures, evidence, and clarity in how Walaa Cooperative Insurance Company demonstrates value creation. Critical Evaluation (3.75 points): Critically analyze Walaa Cooperative Insurance Company’s implementation of the defined capitals of value creation. Discuss strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities for improvement in their approach to value creation. Conclusion and Wrap-Up (1.25 points): Summarize key findings, insights, and provide strategic recommendations for enhancing Walaa Cooperative Insurance Company’s value creation practices. Guidelines: The assignment should be a maximum of 2,000 words. Submit the work in a professional format using MS Word, with a cover page that includes your name, university ID, and details about Walaa Cooperative Insurance Company. Reference all data sources and provide clear evidence for your claims. Evaluation Criteria: The assignment will be graded based on the following: Depth of knowledge and analysis. Quality and relevance of evidence used. Ability to draw logical conclusions and provide actionable insights. Note for Freelancer: Focus on clarity and precision in writing. Ensure that all findings align with the grading rubric provided (integrated reporting and value creation analysis framework).

Reflect on your work experience or research recent news articles about organizational communication. Identify a situation where you think an organization or brand may have miscommunicated a message to its employees or other stakeholders. Perhaps management made a change in processes and did not communicate the change or the reason for the change to employees at all levels. When describing the scenario, identify the specific problems and issues that should be addressed with communications, and explain why the issue is substantial enough to warrant communications. Has to have references in Apa 7 format

Task Overview: The freelancer will analyze the value creation practices of Casio Computer Co Ltd. This involves evaluating how Casio generates and communicates value, either through its existing integrated report (if available) or by developing a framework for integrated reporting if none exists. The work must be structured according to the specified criteria. Key Deliverables: Company Overview (1.25 points): Provide an overview of Casio Computer Co Ltd and its industry, including key products/services and market position. Value Creation Capitals (3.75 points): Identify Casio's main capitals of corporate value creation (e.g., financial, human, natural, social, intellectual). Explain the relationship between capital inputs and outcomes. Highlight measures, evidence, and clarity in how Casio demonstrates value creation. Critical Evaluation (3.75 points): Critically analyze Casio's implementation of the defined capitals of value creation. Discuss strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities for improvement in their approach. Conclusion and Wrap-Up (1.25 points): Summarize key findings, insights, and recommendations. Guidelines: The assignment should be a maximum of 2,000 words. Submit the work in a professional format using MS Word, with a cover page that includes your name, university ID, and details about Casio Computer Co Ltd. Reference all data sources and provide clear evidence for claims. Evaluation Criteria: The assignment will be graded on the following: Depth of knowledge and analysis. Quality and relevance of evidence used. Ability to draw logical conclusions and provide actionable insights. Note for Freelancer: Focus on clarity and precision in writing. Ensure that all findings align with the grading rubric provided (integrated reporting and value creation analysis framework).