Genuine Learning Blog: FASBs New Proposal on VIE Acquirers

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Who’s Really In Charge?

Dive into our latest Genuine Learning Blog video where we unpack the Proposed Accounting Standards Update on Business Combinations (Topic 805) and Consolidation (Topic 810). We’re shedding light on the complexities of determining the accounting acquirer when acquiring a Variable Interest Entity (VIE). This is a must-watch for professionals navigating the nuances of mergers, acquisitions, and consolidation accounting.

SCACPA is excited to partner with Galasso Learning Solutions and the Genuine Learning Blog for real-time A&A updates and answers for SCACPA members.

With extensive experience in auditing and technology, Peter serves as an Audit Training Facilitator at Galasso Learning Solutions. His expertise in auditing healthcare companies, employee benefit plans, and private companies with complex transactions has made him a key contributor to the development of technical accounting training programs.

Before joining GLS, Peter worked at a Big 4, specializing in auditing healthcare companies in both public and private sectors. He later transitioned to an Internal Audit role at a Fortune 500 company before returning to public accounting at a national firm, where he focused on audits involving business combinations, asset acquisitions, GAAP to IFRS conversions, and technology implementations.

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