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Linked by Thom Holwerda on Fri 30th Mar 2007 11:36 UTC
Dell is delaying the filing of its fourth-quarter financial report as the PC vendor continues an internal investigation into its own accounting and financial practices. (Sun, 23 Mar 2008 14:11:55 GMT)

Dateline Pittsburgh
Accounting Schneider Downs & Co. Inc. said Joel M. Rosenthal was appointed shareholder and the practice leader for Schneider Downs Business Advisors. ... (Mon, 24 Mar 2008 04:21:42 GMT)

Taiwan's Feb. Jobless Rate Rises
(RTTNews) - Taiwan's jobless rate rose to 3.94% in February from 3.8% in January, the Directorate General of Budget, Accounting and Statistics revealed Monday. A year ago, the unemployment rate was 3.78%. The number of unemployed persons totaled 424,000 compared with 411,000 in January. (Mon, 24 Mar 2008 09:12:04 GMT)

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The importance of knowing accounting cannot be underestimated it s the language of business. If you don t know it, it s like being in a foreign country without knowing the language. Warren Buffett, CEO, Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (Mon, 24 Mar 2008 10:23:10 GMT)

DJO Incorporated Announces Financial Results for Fourth Quarter and . (7º)
Fiscal Year 2007 24/03/2008 11:35:00 Business Wire combination does not comply with generally accepted accounting principles or the rules for unaudited pro forma presentation, but is presented because the Company s management believes it provides the most meaningful comparison of the Company s financial results. (Mon, 24 Mar 2008 11:45:12 GMT)

Student leader returns for second term
Stefan Shynkorenko likes his job so much he's sticking around for another year. The Wawa native returns as the president of the Sault College Student Administrative Council for the 2008-2009 academic year. "There's still a lot of work to be done," said the accounting student. [...] (Mon, 24 Mar 2008 13:12:42 GMT)

Bloomington accounting firm sued for $550 million
McGladrey & Pullen, a Bloomington-based accounting firm with 100 offices throughout the U.S., was sued for $550 million by the Chapter 11 trustee for defunct money manager Sentinel Management Group Inc. (Mon, 24 Mar 2008 13:21:37 GMT)

Taiwan's Feb. Jobless Rate Climbs
(RTTNews) - Taiwan's unemployment rate climbed 3.94% year-on-year in February, marking a faster pace than the 3.8% logged in January, the Directorate General of Budget, Accounting and Statistics said Monday. (Mon, 24 Mar 2008 13:27:05 GMT)

Resident aims to inform neighbors with monthly finance column
EDITOR’S NOTE: Lewisville resident Eric Amado owns Amado Consulting LLC in Lewisville, a tax, accounting and business consulting company. He will be submitting monthly finance columns to help readers of all ages tackle their money and assets. (Mon, 24 Mar 2008 14:07:14 GMT)

Sunrise Senior Living issues restatement of 1996-2005 results
Sunrise Senior Living Inc. completed a restatement of results from 1996 through 2005. It showed that earnings were cut by $173 million. The restatement comes after a review that found accounting errors, but no evidence of stock option backdating, inappropriate accounting or insider trading. (Mon, 24 Mar 2008 14:12:43 GMT)

Biovail and Executives Accused of Accounting Fraud
Biovail, a pharmaceutical company, will pay $10 million to settle an inquiry in which the S.E.C. accuses four company officers of engaging in fraudulent accounting schemes. (Mon, 24 Mar 2008 17:57:59 GMT)

S.E.C. Accuses Biovail and Executives of Accounting Fraud
Biovail?s former chief and three other officers were accused by the S.E.C. of various accounting frauds, with the company agreeing to settle with the agency for $10 million. (Mon, 24 Mar 2008 19:57:59 GMT)

NetSuite adds analytical, accounting programs
U.S. software maker NetSuite Inc is adding new accounting, business analysis and sales force automation programs to its product line, the company said in an e-mail sent to Reuters on Monday afternoon. (Mon, 24 Mar 2008 20:14:50 GMT)

Drug Maker Biovail Paying $10M Fine to Settle SEC Civil Accounting Fraud Charges
Canadian drug maker Biovail has agreed to pay a $10 million fine to resolve SEC charges of civil accounting fraud and deceiving investors and analysts. Under the settlement, Biovail neither admitted nor denied the allegations in a federal civil suit, but did agree to refrain from future federal securities law violations. The company also agreed to hire an independent consultant to oversee its ... (Tue, 25 Mar 2008 04:08:05 GMT)

UPDATE: Biovail Accounting Fraud Charged; Firm Settles For $10 Million
SAN FRANCISCO (Dow Jones) -- Canadian pharmaceutical company Biovail Corp. has been charged with accounting fraud and with misleading investors and analysts, the Securities and Exchange Commission said Monday. (Tue, 25 Mar 2008 04:56:32 GMT)

MSU accounting student team shines
Five Michigan State University accounting students have won $10,000 - and a possible edge in a competitive career field. (Tue, 25 Mar 2008 08:24:01 GMT)

NetSuite adds analytical, accounting programs
Business software maker is adding new accounting, business analysis, and sales force automation programs to its product line. (From Reuters) U.S. software maker NetSuite is adding new accounting, business analysis, and sales force automation programs to its product line, the company said in an e-mail to Reuters... (Tue, 25 Mar 2008 08:39:55 GMT)

Hospitality Financial Accounting, 2nd Edition Available Now
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.co has announced the addition of "Hospitality Financial Accounting, 2nd Edition" to their offering. (Tue, 25 Mar 2008 11:22:28 GMT)

SEC charges Biovail and executives with accounting fraud
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission today charged Canadian pharmaceutical company Biovail Corp. and its former CEO, former CFO, and two current senior executives with engaging in a number of fraudulent accounting schemes and making a series of misstatements to analysts and investors. (Tue, 25 Mar 2008 12:49:36 GMT)

Microsoft Launches Spanish Version of Office Accounting 2008
Microsoft has launched a bilingual Spanish-English version of Office Accounting Express 2008 and Office Accounting Professional 2008 in the United States, providing bilingual functionality for the growing Hispanic small-business community. (Tue, 25 Mar 2008 13:39:09 GMT)

PricewaterhouseCoopers' Dennis Nally Urges Adoption of International Accounting Standards in Speech to Financial ...
PricewaterhouseCoopers U.S. Chairman and Senior Partner Dennis Nally called for a shift in accounting standards away from U.S. GAAP to International Financial Reporting Standards in a speech today at the Union League Club in New York. (Tue, 25 Mar 2008 20:45:00 GMT)

Ambler Main Street will institute new, more strict accounting policies
The public, elected officials and Ambler Main Street investors can be 'assured that moving forward there will be proper accounting for how dollars donated are spent.' (Wed, 26 Mar 2008 07:20:26 GMT)

Examiner Faults New Century Accounting
A bankruptcy court examiner says New Century Financial Corp. created "a ticking time bomb" by using used improper accounting practices while making risky loans. (Wed, 26 Mar 2008 20:34:58 GMT)

New Century faulted for improper accounting
Court examiner links mortgage lender New Century's downfall to its accounting practices. (Wed, 26 Mar 2008 20:54:05 GMT)

Examiner Faults New Century's Accounting
(03-26) 17:07 PDT LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Bankrupt mortgage lender New Century Financial Corp. used improper accounting practices while making risky loans, creating "a ticking time bomb" that led to the company's rapid downfall, a court examiner said in a report... (Wed, 26 Mar 2008 21:07:27 GMT)

Examiner faults accounting in New Century downfall
Bankrupt mortgage lender New Century Financial Corp. used improper accounting practices while making risky loans, creating "a ticking time bomb" that led to the company's rapid downfall, a court examiner said in a report released today. (Wed, 26 Mar 2008 21:15:23 GMT)

Inquiry Assails Accounting Firm in Lender?s Fall
A sweeping investigation into failed subprime lender New Century Financial found that its accounting firm, KPMG, enabled its ?improper and imprudent practices.? (Thu, 27 Mar 2008 02:27:59 GMT)

Court examiner says mortgage lender New Century created 'time bomb' with accounting practices
LOS ANGELES (AP) - A court examiner says bankrupt mortgage lender New Century Financial used improper accounting practices while making risky loans, creating "a ticking time bomb" that led to the company's rapid downfall. (Thu, 27 Mar 2008 04:44:16 GMT)

Court examiner says mortgage lender New Century created 'time bomb' with accounting practices
Associated Press - March 27, 2008 12:33 AM ET LOS ANGELES (AP) - A court examiner says bankrupt mortgage lender New Century Financial used improper accounting practices while making risky... (Thu, 27 Mar 2008 04:47:19 GMT)

Examiner Faults New Century's Accounting
LOS ANGELES -- Bankrupt mortgage lender New Century Financial Corp. used improper accounting practices while making risky loans, creating "a ticking time bomb" that led to the company's rapid downfall, a court examiner said in a report released Wednesday. (Thu, 27 Mar 2008 07:21:51 GMT)

Bonaventure donors seek accounting of $2 million gift
St. Bonaventure University failed to provide a complete accounting of how it spent more than $2 million donated to the school for an academic endowment and library addition, the donors allege in a lawsuit filed in State Supreme Court. (Thu, 27 Mar 2008 10:47:27 GMT)

Inquiry Assails Accounting Firm in Lender’s Fall
An investigation into the failed subprime lender New Century Financial found that its accounting firm, KPMG, enabled “improper and imprudent practices.”. (Thu, 27 Mar 2008 12:39:53 GMT)

Apartment Investment and Management Company Announces Resignation of Chief Accounting Officer Scott Fordham
Apartment Investment and Management Company today announced that Scott W. Fordham will step down as chief accounting officer in late April 2008. Mr. Fordham plans to return with his family to his Texas roots and pursue an opportunity as chief accounting officer with an office REIT lead by Tom August, the former CEO of Prentiss Properties Trust , with whom Mr. (Fri, 28 Mar 2008 01:12:00 GMT)

Accounting error leaves town with less surplus than it estimated
MERRIMACK -- A million-dollar accounting error discovered by town officials earlier this week means there's no surplus left to help reduce taxes, and it's put a stop to town spending except for emergencies and contracts. ... - By KAREN LOVETT Telegraph staff (Fri, 28 Mar 2008 04:56:23 GMT)

WWU launches new accounting program
Western Washington University is unveiling a new accounting program. (Fri, 28 Mar 2008 07:08:53 GMT)

FTI Consulting, Inc. Announces Acquisition of London-Based Forensic Accounting LLP
FTI Consulting, Inc. , the global business advisory firm dedicated to helping organizations protect and enhance their enterprise value, today announced the acquisition of Forensic Accounting LLP, a London-based consultancy which significantly enhances its U.K. presence and breadth of service offerings. (Fri, 28 Mar 2008 07:35:00 GMT)

No. Hampton selectmen OK Coutu's accounting study
NORTH HAMPTON — Citing the platform he was elected on to address the adequacy of North Hampton's accounting systems, new Selectman Mike Coutu said Monday night the status quo needed to reflect more professional practices. (Fri, 28 Mar 2008 10:20:45 GMT)

ACCOUNTING STANDARDS
New Delhi, March 28 A Ministry of Corporate Affairs-constituted expert group to review the existing cost accounting standards and cost audit report rules has further divided itself into six sub-groups. (Fri, 28 Mar 2008 19:35:09 GMT)

FTI Consulting buys London-based Forensic Accounting LLP
FTI Consulting Inc. continued its buying spree on Friday with the acquisition of a U.K. forensic accounting practice. (FCN) (Fri, 28 Mar 2008 19:55:16 GMT)

Torinus: Hospital tax needs solid accounting
If the proposed hospital tax passes as part of the emergency repair job on the Wisconsin state budget, health providers will pick up about $142 million a year or more in higher Medicaid payments. Conceptually, that should spell modera... (Sun, 30 Mar 2008 03:21:42 GMT)

Executive moves
Executives in accounting, advertising, finance, high tech and new media, law and real estate have all found new digs. Check out the new faces in key places. (Sun, 30 Mar 2008 11:12:17 GMT)

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DiNatale leaves borough post
A Trumbauersville councilman resigned after being indicted for allegedly committing tax fraud in his accounting practice, which reportedly cheated the Internal Revenue Service out of nearly $5 million. (Sun, 30 Mar 2008 14:07:17 GMT)

Fund to agencies: Monitor pension contributions
The NMI Retirement Fund has advised government agencies to keep a proper accounting of pension contributions. Fund administrator Mark A. Aguon said in a memorandum that retirement applications of government employees are placed at risk because some employers fail to meet accounting standards. (Sun, 30 Mar 2008 14:08:53 GMT)

UUM wins accounting contest
MALACCA: Accounting wizards of Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM) bagged the top prize at the seventh Inter-Varsity Accounting Quiz yesterday. (Sun, 30 Mar 2008 23:34:22 GMT)

New accounting norm expected to hit Q4 profits
ICAI asks companies to reveal forex derivative losses. Corporate profits will come under severe pressure for the fourth quarter ended March 2008 as companies will have to provide for any losses on forex derivative products, owing to a new accounting norm announced on Saturday. (Mon, 31 Mar 2008 00:45:57 GMT)

New accounting norm seen to hit Q4 profits
Corporate profits will come under severe pressure for the fourth quarter ended March 2008 as companies will have to provide for any losses on forex derivative products, owing to a new accounting norm announced on Saturday. The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India has asked all companies to disclose and/or provide for all losses on derivative contracts, except for forward contracts, where ... (Mon, 31 Mar 2008 04:28:59 GMT)

Accounting just came naturally for Snyder
In 1938, Judson Snyder's great-grandfather founded a community bank in a small town in northwestern Missouri. After three generations of the Snyder family working in the bank, it would have seemed inevitable for Judson Snyder to continue the same path. (Mon, 31 Mar 2008 05:17:29 GMT)

Five accounting jobs that stay busy year-round
Accountants label mid-January to April 15 (the tax-filing deadline) as "busy season." But many individuals and companies need accountants year-round. (Mon, 31 Mar 2008 08:38:22 GMT)

Discover Financial Services Names New Chief Accounting Officer
RIVERWOODS, Ill.----Discover Financial Services today announced that Kevin Killips has been named controller and chief accounting officer. In this newly created position, Killips will oversee all aspects of Discover Financial Services' accounting function. (Mon, 31 Mar 2008 12:00:00 GMT)

(AFX UK Focus) 2008-03-31 13:24 GMT: Discover Financial names Kevin Killips as chief accounting officer
LONDON (Thomson Financial) - Discover Financial Services said Monday it has named Kevin Killips as the company's controller and chief accounting officer. (Mon, 31 Mar 2008 12:47:17 GMT)

Accounting Management Solutions Expands to New York, Increases Commitment in Rhode Island
Accounting Management Solutions, Inc. today announced that it has established business operations in the New York City region and increased its commitment in Rhode Island. The moves are part of a corporate expansion that will enable AMS to provide comprehensive outsourced accounting, financial management, consulting, and recruiting services to nonprofit, public, and private organizations in ... (Mon, 31 Mar 2008 13:00:00 GMT)

Discover Taps Killips to Lead Accounting
Discover Financial Services LLC tapped Kevin Killips to oversee the credit card company's accounting, it said Monday. Killips joins Discover from LaSalle Bank, where he worked for 10 years, most recently as executive vice president, chief accounting officer and corporate controller. (Mon, 31 Mar 2008 13:08:33 GMT)

Discover hires LaSalle Bank vet to oversee accounting
(AP) — Discover Financial Services LLC tapped Kevin Killips to oversee the credit card company's accounting, it said Monday. Killips joins Riverwoods-based Discover from LaSalle Bank, where he worked for 10 years, most recently as executive vice-president, chief accounting officer and ... (Mon, 31 Mar 2008 14:03:03 GMT)

PUBLIC SECTOR ACCOUNTING BOARD, MARCH DECISION SUMMARY
The Public Sector Accounting Board (PSAB) met on March 17-18, 2008 and discussed a number of topics including assessment of tangible capital assets, financial instruments, indicators of government financial condition, non-profit organizations and more.... (Mon, 31 Mar 2008 16:20:06 GMT)

Discover Taps Killips to Lead Accounting
Discover Financial Services LLC tapped Kevin Killips to oversee the credit card company's accounting, it said Monday. Killips, 53, joins Discover from LaSalle Bank, where he worked for 10 years, most recently as executive vice president, chief accounting officer and corporate controller. (Mon, 31 Mar 2008 16:21:56 GMT)

Houston CPA Society Conference to Feature Nation's Top Accounting and Auditing Authorities
HOUSTON----Two Houston accounting leaders will join top authorities from the Securities & Exchange Commission, Financial Accounting Standards Board and other oversight boards, as they share perspectives with preparers and users for the 28th Financial Reporting Symposium sponsored by the Houston CPA Society, a chapter of the Texas Society of Certified Public Accountants. (Mon, 31 Mar 2008 20:47:00 GMT)

Watson Wyatt Worldwide to Present a Pension Accounting Webcast
WASHINGTON----Watson Wyatt Worldwide, a global consulting firm, announced today that it will present a pension accounting webcast hosted by Citi Investment Research. The webcast will focus on pension accounting and changes that may result from future pension accounting reform. (Mon, 31 Mar 2008 20:58:00 GMT)

Cameron Names Christopher A. Krummel as Vice President, Controller and Chief Accounting Officer
Cameron has named Christopher A. Krummel as vice president, controller and chief accounting officer, effective April 1, 2008. (Mon, 31 Mar 2008 21:00:00 GMT)

New accounting norms welcome
Experts were of the view that the new accounting norms announced by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India were welcome, but stressed the need to generate more data in this regard. (Mon, 31 Mar 2008 23:44:11 GMT)

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