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Our accounting podcast features PwC specialists discussing today's most compelling accounting, regulatory and financial reporting issues. From the new leases and revenue standards to CECL to LIBOR rate replacement, PwC Partner Heather Horn hosts each episode tackling a single topic and providing listeners with key takeaways to stay informed on these important accounting matters.

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Audio: Today's SEC climate ...

01.26.2023

The SEC’s sweeping climate-related disclosure proposal released in March 2022 continues to be a focal point for companies and investors as stakeholders anticipate what may be included in the final release, and perhaps even more importantly, when the new rules ...

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01.26.2023 Audio: Today's SEC climate disclosures - how do you measure up? The SEC’s sweeping climate-related disclosure proposal released in March 2022 continues to be a focal point for companies and investors as stakeholders anticipate what may be included in the final release, and perhaps even more importantly, when the new rules ...
01.24.2023 2022 Year-end toolkit: IFRS focus areas for uncertain times In each episode of our Year-end toolkit series, our guests discuss key areas of the year-end reporting process – from closing the books to finalizing reports. In this episode, Heather Horn was joined by Gary Berchowitz, a leader in PwC’s ...
01.19.2023 2022 Year-end toolkit: Elevate your next audit committee meeting In each episode of our Year-end toolkit series, our guests discuss key areas of the year-end reporting process – from closing the books to finalizing reports. In this episode, Heather Horn was joined by Stephen Parker, a partner in PwC’s ...
01.18.2023 Talking ESG: Recap of the ISSB’s fast-paced deliberations The International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) has been working quickly through deliberations on its proposals to create a comprehensive global baseline of sustainability disclosures. Since we last covered the ISSB’s deliberations in October 2022, the Board has met four more ...
01.17.2023 2022 Year-end toolkit: Managing materiality assessments In each episode of our Year-end toolkit series, our guests discuss key areas of the year-end reporting process – from closing the books to finalizing reports. In this episode, PwC’s US Trust Solutions Quality Management leader, Michael Mullen, joins us ...
01.12.2023 2022 Year-end toolkit: Conquering the cash flow statement In each episode of our Year-end toolkit series, our guests discuss key areas of the year-end reporting process – from closing the books to finalizing reports. In this episode, PwC National Office director Suzanne Stephani joins us to discuss the ...
01.10.2023 2022 Year-end toolkit: Income tax accounting reminders In each episode of our Year-end toolkit series, our guests discuss key areas of the year-end reporting process. In this episode, PwC partner Jennifer Spang joins us to discuss year-end income tax accounting reminders and what you need to know ...
01.05.2023 2022 Year-end toolkit: Accounting reminders for uncertain times In each episode of our Year-end toolkit series, our guests discuss key areas of the year-end reporting process. In this episode, PwC National Office leaders join us to discuss what is top of mind for each of them on year-end ...
01.03.2023 2022 Year-end toolkit: Navigating issues in uncertain times In each episode of our Year-end toolkit series, our guests discuss key areas of the year-end reporting process. PwC National Quality Organization leader, Tim Carey, joins us this week to kick off the series with his advice on dealing with ...
12.22.2022 Talking ESG: What’s inside our 2022 global investor survey This month, PwC released its 2022 Global Investor Survey, covering a range of topics from investor priorities to the continued focus on ESG. In this week’s special episode, Heather Horn was joined by Hilary Eastman, PwC’s Head of Global Investor ...
12.21.2022 What you missed at the 2022 AICPA Conference The 2022 AICPA & CIMA Conference on Current SEC and PCAOB Developments included representatives from the SEC, PCAOB, FASB, IASB, and other market participants. Speakers provided deep dives into regulations and standards, insights on SEC areas of focus, and more. ...
12.20.2022 SEC enforcement actions: 2022 SEC comment letter trends In each episode of our 2022 SEC comment letter trends series, our guests bring you the latest themes in comment letters from the SEC’s Division of Corporation Finance. To conclude the series, this week Heather Horn sat down with Pete ...
12.15.2022 Talking ESG: What’s next for EU reporting requirements? On November 22, 2022, EFRAG submitted a draft European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS) to the European Commission. In this week’s special episode, Heather Horn was joined by Emily Kirsch to discuss the latest CSRD developments and how CSRD compares to ...
12.14.2022 The quarter close - fourth quarter 2022 In the fourth quarter 2022 edition of The quarter close, we provide timely reminders on topics that should be top of mind this year end. We also help you navigate the financial reporting impact of various cost-cutting measures put in ...
12.13.2022 Current events: 2022 SEC comment letter trends In each episode of our 2022 SEC comment letter trends series, our guests bring you the latest themes in comment letters from the SEC’s Division of Corporation Finance. This week, Heather Horn was joined by PwC partner Pat Durbin to ...
12.08.2022 Talking ESG: FAQs on the SEC climate disclosure proposal The SEC climate disclosure proposal continues to be a key topic of conversation as companies work through readiness assessments and contemplate process implementations. This week, Heather Horn was joined by Valerie Wieman, a partner in PwC’s National Office, to revisit ...
12.06.2022 MD&A: 2022 SEC comment letter trends In each episode of our 2022 SEC comment letter trends series, our guests bring you the latest themes in comment letters from the SEC’s Division of Corporation Finance. Kyle Moffatt, PwC National Office partner, is back in the guest seat ...
12.01.2022 Special episode: Unpacking the 2022 midterm elections In this week's special episode, we cover some key takeaways coming out of the 2022 midterm elections. Host Heather Horn sat down with Michael O’Brien of PwC’s Office of Government, Regulatory Affairs, & Public Policy group to discuss how the ...
11.29.2022 Non-GAAP measures: 2022 SEC comment letter trends In each episode of our 2022 SEC comment letter trends series, our guests bring you the latest themes in comment letters from the SEC’s Division of Corporation Finance. This week, Heather Horn sat down with Kyle Moffatt, a partner in ...
11.23.2022 Talking ESG: Proposed climate disclosures for federal contractors This month, the US federal government proposed a rule requiring government contractors to provide certain climate disclosures. In this week’s special episode, Heather Horn was joined by Valerie Wieman to discuss who the rule affects and what the key disclosure ...
11.22.2022 Climate change: 2022 SEC comment letter trends In each episode of our 2022 SEC comment letter trends series, our guests bring you the latest themes in comment letters from the SEC’s Division of Corporation Finance. This week, Heather Horn was joined by Valerie Wieman, a partner in ...
11.17.2022 Audio: ESG reporting: Preparing for tomorrow's rules today Regulators and standard setters around the world have proposed new disclosure requirements triggered by investor demand and, in some cases, designed to inspire efforts to combat climate change. The ESG reporting landscape is dominated by the “big three” proposals released ...
11.15.2022 Segment reporting: 2022 SEC comment letter trends In each episode of our 2022 SEC comment letter trends series, our guests bring you the latest themes in comment letters from the SEC’s Division of Corporation Finance. This week, Heather Horn sat down with Jay Seliber, a partner in ...
11.10.2022 Talking ESG: How real estate strategy is evolving rapidly ESG is a frequent topic of conversation across all industries; real estate is no exception – and it’s a space that impacts most companies, whether as an investor, or an occupant. Tune in this week to hear Heather Horn and ...
11.08.2022 Revenue: 2022 SEC comment letter trends In each episode of our 2022 SEC comment letter trends series, our guests bring you the latest themes in comment letters from the SEC’s Division of Corporation Finance. This week, Heather Horn sat down with Angela Fergason, a partner in ...
11.07.2022 Special episode: Looking back on 20 years of SOX The US enacted the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (SOX) two decades ago. In this special episode, host Heather Horn was joined by Wes Bricker, PwC’s Vice Chair and Trust Solutions Co-Leader for the US and Mexico, and Sandy Peters, the ...
11.03.2022 Talking ESG: The ISSB and the future of global ESG reporting In March, the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) released proposed disclosure standards for public comment. While not currently mandatory, when finalized, the standards are expected to form the basis for many jurisdictions’ sustainability reporting, and as such, could become mandatory ...
11.01.2022 What’s trending in SEC comments In each episode of our What’s trending in SEC comments series, our guests bring you the latest themes in comment letters from the SEC’s Division of Corporation Finance for the most common topical areas of the financial statements. To kick ...
10.27.2022 Talking ESG: What to watch at the ISSB The comment period has closed on the two sustainability reporting exposure drafts issued by the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB). What did respondents have to say on the proposals? This week, Heather Horn was joined by Andreas Ohl and Katie ...
10.26.2022 Audio: The OECD minimum tax: What US companies need to know The current international tax landscape has been in place for decades. But now dramatic changes may be on the horizon. The Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), backed by countries around the world, has been pursuing a “Two-Pillar Solution” ...
10.25.2022 Fixed asset toolkit: Assets held for sale In our Toolkit podcast series, we are taking a deep dive into one accounting topic each month that goes beyond the basics and into areas that require judgment. This month, we are covering fixed assets – from acquisitions and capitalization ...
10.20.2022 Talking ESG: Lessons from the UK's mandatory TCFD reporting The Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) framework forms the basis of climate-related rules within each of the major ESG disclosure proposals released this year. The UK is the first jurisdiction to mandate reporting under the TCFD for listed ...
10.18.2022 Fixed asset toolkit: What can I capitalize? In our Toolkit podcast series, we are taking a deep dive into one accounting topic each month that goes beyond the basics and into areas that require judgment. This month, we are covering fixed assets – from acquisitions and capitalization ...
10.13.2022 Special episode: Q3 2022 deals market update In this week's special episode, we are discussing the deals market in 2022. Host Heather Horn sat down with Mike Bellin and John Vanosdall, partners in PwC’s Deals practice, to get some insight on current deals trends and how companies ...
10.11.2022 Special episode: Q3 2022 economic and geopolitical update From continued tightening central bank monetary policies to a looming energy crisis in Europe, companies continue to adapt to a rapidly changing macroeconomic and geopolitical environment. This week, Heather Horn was joined by Craig Stronberg and Zain Siddiqui, directors in ...
10.06.2022 Workforce, ESG, and the future of talent strategy Now more than ever, companies are looking for ways not only to attract and retain top talent, but also to enhance and create ESG capabilities within their workforce. This week, Heather Horn sat down with Bhushan Sethi, the joint global ...
10.04.2022 Fixed asset toolkit: Asset acquisitions In our Toolkit podcast series, we are taking a deep dive into one accounting topic each month that goes beyond the basics and into areas that require judgment. This month, we are covering fixed assets – from acquisitions and capitalization ...
09.29.2022 GRI: Why voluntary ESG reporting still matters to investors The Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year. In this special episode, host Heather Horn was joined by Eelco van der Enden, CEO of GRI, and Nadja Picard, PwC’s Global Reporting Leader, to discuss the voluntary ...
09.27.2022 Impairment toolkit: Goodwill and intangibles In our Toolkit podcast series, we take a deep dive into one accounting topic each month that goes beyond the basics and into areas that require judgment. This month, we are covering impairments – a complex topic with a variety ...
09.22.2022 Audio: Navigating the ESG landscape After years of increasingly vocal demand for enhanced transparency about ESG matters from investors and other stakeholders, regulators and standard setters in various jurisdictions issued definitive proposals to transform ESG reporting in 2022. So far this year, proposed ESG disclosures ...
09.21.2022 The quarter close - third quarter 2022 PwC provides a summary of the latest accounting, financial reporting, and regulatory updates to support your quarterly reporting. In the third quarter of 2022, President Biden signed the Inflation Reduction Act into law, billed as the largest climate legislation in ...
09.20.2022 Impairment toolkit: Long-lived assets In our Toolkit podcast series, we take a deep dive into one accounting topic each month that goes beyond the basics and into areas that require judgment. This month, we are covering impairments – a complex topic with a variety ...
09.13.2022 Impairment toolkit: Financial instruments In our Toolkit podcast series, we take a deep dive into one accounting topic each month that goes beyond the basics and into areas that require judgment. This month, we are covering impairments – a complex topic with a variety ...
09.07.2022 ESG industry insights: Aviation With ESG top of mind for many companies, we’re continuing our podcast series looking at how the current and future reporting landscape may impact individual industries. This week, guest host Casey Herman, PwC’s US ESG leader, was joined by PwC ...
09.06.2022 Impairment toolkit: Inventory and other current assets In our Toolkit podcast series, we take a deep dive into one accounting topic each month that goes beyond the basics and into areas that require judgment. This month, we are covering impairments – a complex topic with a variety ...
08.31.2022 ESG industry insights: Banking & capital markets With ESG top of mind for many companies, we’re continuing our podcast series looking at how the current and future reporting landscape may impact individual industries. This week, guest host Casey Herman, PwC’s US ESG leader, was joined by PwC ...
08.30.2022 Compensation toolkit: Impact of M&A activity on awards In our Toolkit podcast series, we take a deep dive into one accounting topic each month that goes beyond the basics and into areas that require judgment. This month, we are covering stock-based compensation – a complex subject with a ...
08.24.2022 ESG industry insights: Insurance With ESG top of mind for many companies, we’re continuing our podcast series looking at how the current and future reporting landscape may impact individual industries. This week, guest host Casey Herman, PwC’s US ESG leader, was joined by PwC ...
08.23.2022 Compensation toolkit: Challenges for private company awards In our Toolkit podcast series, we take a deep dive into one accounting topic each month that goes beyond the basics and into areas that require judgment. This month, we are covering stock-based compensation – a complex subject with a ...
08.18.2022 Special episode: ESG incentives in the Inflation Reduction Act The Inflation Reduction Act (the Act), signed into law on August 16, includes a number of green initiatives and incentives – but what are they, and how will they impact businesses? In this special episode, host Heather Horn was joined ...

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