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Mastering M&A Accounting - A Deep Dive into ASC 805 4 Credits

Mastering M&A Accounting - A Deep Dive into ASC 805 4 Credits

  • Kelen Camehl

    CPA (US), MBA

  • Rating

    5

  • Published on

    February, 2025

  • Subject Area

    Accounting

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  • Access the course at your convenience
  • Take the assessment test
  • Get your certificate
  • Attend the live interactive session
  • Answer the polling questions
  • Get your certificate

Learning Objective

  • Identify business transaction definitions, dates, and measurement periods.
  • List acquisition method steps for accurate reporting.
  • Evaluate asset and liability recording methods effectively.
  • Differentiate intangible assets and explain how to measure goodwill gains precisely.
  • Assess financial disclosures and nonprofit relief measures.

Course Overview

Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) can be both exciting and complex, especially when it comes to the accounting and reporting aspects. Have you ever wondered how businesses account for acquisitions, measure goodwill, or handle intangible assets during a business combination? The rules governing these processes are critical for ensuring accurate financial reporting. This course will take you deep into ASC 805, which covers the accounting requirements for business combinations. By mastering these concepts, you'll gain the knowledge needed to navigate this essential area of accounting with confidence.

In this comprehensive course by our expert Kelen Camehl, we'll break down the intricacies of ASC 805, giving you a thorough understanding of the steps required when accounting for business combinations. Whether you're working with private or not-for-profit entities, the guidelines under ASC 805 are designed to make financial reporting more relevant and reliable. You'll walk away with practical insights on how to record and measure acquired assets and liabilities, recognize goodwill, and apply the acquisition method.

Key Topics:

  • Core Business Combination Concepts
  • Acquisition Timing Framework Overview
  • Asset Liability Measurement Strategies
  • Intangible and Goodwill Evaluation
  • Disclosure Reporting Compliance Standards

By the end of this course, you'll be equipped with a solid foundation in ASC 805 that enhances your decision-making skills and reporting accuracy. Join us to elevate your expertise in M&A accounting and gain a competitive edge in the finance world.

On Demand Credits for All Qualifications

License details Credits Status
Accounting for Certified Public Accountants (CPA-US) 4 CPE Approved
Financial Accounting for Certified Internal Auditors (CIA) 4 CPE Eligible
Financial Reporting for Certified Management Accountants (CMA) 4 CPE Eligible
Financial Statement Analysis for Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) 4 PL Eligible
Accounting for Delaware Licensed Public Accountant (DE-LPA) 4 CPE Eligible
Financial Reporting for Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) 4 CPE Eligible
Accounting for Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) 4 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Internal Audit Practitioner (IAP) 4 CPE Eligible
Financial Reporting for Certified Financial Forensics (CFF) 4 CPD Eligible
Mergers and acquisitions for Certified Valuation Analyst (CVA) 4 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Qualification in Internal Audit Leadership (QIAL) 4 CPE Eligible
Accounting for Iowa Licensed Public Accountant (IA-LPA) 4 CPE Eligible
Accounting for Maine Licensed Public Accountant (ME-LPA) 4 CPE Eligible
Financial Statement Analysis for CIPM 4 PL Eligible
Mergers and acquisitions for Certified Business Appraiser (CBA)/Master Certified Business Appraiser (MCBA) 4 CPE Eligible
Financial accounting concepts for Certified FP&A Professional (FP&A) 4 CE Eligible
License details Credits Status
Accounting for Certified Public Accountants (CPA-US) 4 CPE Approved
Financial Accounting for Certified Internal Auditors (CIA) 4 CPE Eligible
Financial Reporting for Certified Management Accountants (CMA) 4 CPE Eligible
Financial Statement Analysis for Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) 4 PL Eligible
Accounting for Delaware Licensed Public Accountant (DE-LPA) 4 CPE Eligible
Financial Reporting for Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) 4 CPE Eligible
Accounting for Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) 4 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Internal Audit Practitioner (IAP) 4 CPE Eligible
Financial Reporting for Certified Financial Forensics (CFF) 4 CPD Eligible
Mergers and acquisitions for Certified Valuation Analyst (CVA) 4 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Qualification in Internal Audit Leadership (QIAL) 4 CPE Eligible
Accounting for Iowa Licensed Public Accountant (IA-LPA) 4 CPE Eligible
Accounting for Maine Licensed Public Accountant (ME-LPA) 4 CPE Eligible
Financial Statement Analysis for CIPM 4 PL Eligible
Mergers and acquisitions for Certified Business Appraiser (CBA)/Master Certified Business Appraiser (MCBA) 4 CPE Eligible
Financial accounting concepts for Certified FP&A Professional (FP&A) 4 CE Eligible

Additional Information

Credits

4

Course Level

Basic

Instructional Method

QAS Self Study

Group Internet Based

Pre-requisites

None

Advance Preparation

None

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About Author

Kelen is a recognized author and reviewer of CPE courses and has authored over 150 courses (370+ CPE credit hours) covering a range of accounting, auditing, financial reporting, regulatory, and ethics topics.  His courses are available for purchase from many online CPE providers including the AICPA.  Kelen remained involved in CPA exam content development for nearly 10 years and authored more than a thousand multiple choice questions for various sections of the CPA exam.  He also serves as an Editorial Advisor for the AICPA’s "Journal of Accountancy".    

Kelen has nearly 20 years of progressive finance and accounting experience. He currently serves as a Principal in Accounting Policy with HP in Doha, Qatar.  Prior to HP, he served in multiple accounting roles in the oil & gas industry with ConocoPhillips including technical accounting policy, SOX compliance, and internal audit. He also gained public accounting experience with PricewaterhouseCoopers, working with various clients in the energy, electric, power, gas, and utility sectors.

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To earn CPE credits, you must complete the self-study course, pass the required assessments, and submit the necessary documentation. Credits are awarded based on the completion of course hours and successfully passing the assessments.

Are the self-study courses approved by NASBA and other regulatory bodies?

Yes, all our self-study courses are approved by NASBA, IRS, CFP Board, HRCI, SHRM, Payroll Org, FP Canada, and 25+ other regulatory bodies, ensuring they meet the rigorous standards for quality and educational content set by these organizations.

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To maintain compliance, you must follow the guidelines set by NASBA and other regulatory bodies, which include completing the course within the specified timeframe, passing the assessments, and keeping accurate records of your learning activities.

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After successfully completing a self-study course and passing the assessments, you can access and download your course completion certificates from your account dashboard on our platform. These certificates are recognized by NASBA, IRS, CFP Board, HRCI, SHRM, Payroll Org, FP Canada, and 25+ other regulatory bodies for compliance and reporting purposes.

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