Back to basics: Consolidation–Presentation and disclosure

To close out our four-part Back to basics discussion on consolidation accounting, we turn to presentation and disclosure. In this episode, we discuss how consolidated entities are reflected in the financial statements, the disclosure requirements for both variable interest entities (VIEs) and voting interest entities (VOEs), and what a company may need to disclose when it holds an interest in a VIE but does not consolidate it.Key topics and timestamps2:28 – The purpose of consolidated financial statements and the guiding frameworks6:20 – General consolidation presentation and disclosure principles8:28 – Principles and objectives for the presentation and disclosure of variable interests in VIEs, including from the perspective of: 12:51 – A holder of variable interests in a VIE, regardless of primary beneficiary status14:51 – A primary beneficiary of a VIE16:47 – An entity with variable interests in VIEs for which it is not the primary beneficiary21:05 – Presentation and disclosure for VOEsAdditional resourcesThis episode is part of our Back to basics series, where throughout the year we’ll revisit core accounting topics. This is the fourth and final episode focused on consolidation. In the first three episodes, we covered the foundations of consolidation accounting, how to determine whether an entity is a VIE, and how to identify which party, if any, should consolidate a VIE.Back to basics: Consolidation–Getting startedBack to basics: Consolidation–Identifying a VIEBack to basics: Consolidation–Determining the primary beneficiaryLooking for more guidance on consolidation accounting? See PwC’s Consolidation guide. For more on consolidation presentation and disclosure, see chapter 18 of our Financial statement presentation guide. Also, follow this podcast on your favorite podcast app and subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay in the loop.About our guestsAlexander Martin is a partner in PwC's Deals practice who specializes in helping clients solve complex accounting, financial reporting, and business issues arising from deals, structured transactions, and other transformational events. With over 15 years of experience, Alexander has deep expertise in US GAAP and SEC reporting, gained through his roles as an advisor in PwC's Deals practice, a regulator at the SEC, and most recently as a partner in PwC's National Office.Matt Sabatini is a deputy chief accountant in PwC's National Office who helps clients and engagement teams navigate the accounting and financial reporting for complex transactions. He specializes in the accounting for M&A, consolidations, corporate reorganizations, recapitalizations, joint ventures, and other investments.About our guest hostDiana Stoltzfus is a partner in PwC’s National Office who helps to shape PwC’s perspectives on regulatory matters, responses to rulemakings and policy development, and implementation related to significant new rules and regulations. She is also one of the firm’s technical experts on sustainability reporting. Prior to rejoining PwC, Diana was the Deputy Chief Accountant in the Office of the Chief Accountant (OCA) at the SEC where she led the activities of the OCA’s Professional Practices Group.TranscriptsTranscripts available upon request for individuals who may need a disability-related accommodation. Please send requests to [email protected] you enjoy this episode? Text us your thoughts and be sure to include the episode name.