This paper traces the development of pension accounting theory and practice to 1930. It analyzes the early development of pension accounting theory and practice, examines explanations of the nature of pension costs, and reports the results of a...
Auditing -- Standards -- United States;Audited financial statements -- Standards -- United States;
This section establishes a requirement that the independent auditor obtain written representations from management as a part of an audit of financial statements performed in accordance with generally accepted auditing standards and provides...
The purpose of this paper is to provide a short history of the economic conditions which have led to the development and expansion of pension plans. Accounting for the cost of pension plans is also considered from a historical perspective.