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Revenue Recognition Fundamentals - How to Identify Performance Obligations 1 Credit

Revenue Recognition Fundamentals - How to Identify Performance Obligations 1 Credit

  • Kelen Camehl

    CPA (US), MBA

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  • Published on

    February, 2025

  • Subject Area

    Accounting

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Learning Objective

  • List the five steps involved in the new revenue recognition model.
  • Analyze the criteria involved in identifying performance obligations.
  • Identify post-implementation issues and considerations provided by the FASB.
  • Assess critical key definitions and requirements for performance obligations accurately.
  • Apply ASC 606 guidelines to optimize revenue recognition decision-making processes.

Course Overview

Revenue recognition is a cornerstone of accurate financial reporting, and identifying performance obligations is a key element in that process. Have you ever wondered how companies decide which promises to customers are separate and distinct? This course introduces you to the essential step of recognizing performance obligations under ASC 606, using plain language and relatable examples to make complex accounting concepts accessible to everyone.

In this course, you will explore the detailed process of identifying performance obligations, the second step in the revenue recognition model. We explain key definitions, criteria, and considerations needed to assess when a promise to transfer a good or service is distinct. You will also review the in-depth accounting guidance from ASC 606 and examine common post-implementation challenges as noted by the FASB. Our approach includes practical examples and case studies that bridge theory and real-world application.

Major Topics:

  • Performance Obligation Identification Techniques
  • Contract Analysis And Evaluation
  • Complex Multi-Deliverable Contract Issues
  • ASC Guidance Interpretation Standards
  • Financial Impact Reporting Methods

Mastering these concepts will empower you to make confident revenue recognition decisions. Join us and transform your understanding of performance obligations into actionable expertise.

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License details Credits Status
Accounting for Certified Public Accountants (CPA-US) 1 CPE Approved
Financial Accounting for Certified Internal Auditors (CIA) 1 CPE Eligible
Financial Reporting for Certified Management Accountants (CMA) 1 CPE Eligible
Financial Statement Analysis for Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) 1 PL Eligible
Accounting for Delaware Licensed Public Accountant (DE-LPA) 1 CPE Eligible
Financial Reporting for Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) 1 CPE Eligible
Accounting for Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) 1 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Internal Audit Practitioner (IAP) 1 CPE Eligible
Financial Reporting for Certified Financial Forensics (CFF) 1 CPD Eligible
Financial accounting for Certified Valuation Analyst (CVA) 1 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Qualification in Internal Audit Leadership (QIAL) 1 CPE Eligible
Accounting for Iowa Licensed Public Accountant (IA-LPA) 1 CPE Eligible
Accounting for Maine Licensed Public Accountant (ME-LPA) 1 CPE Eligible
Financial Statement Analysis for CIPM 1 PL Eligible
Financial accounting for Certified Business Appraiser (CBA)/Master Certified Business Appraiser (MCBA) 1 CPE Eligible
Financial accounting concepts for Certified FP&A Professional (FP&A) 1 CE Eligible

Additional Information

Credit

1

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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