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PwC's accounting podcast
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Listen in as PwC specialists discuss today’s most compelling accounting, reporting, and business issues. Whether financial reporting or sustainability reporting, each episode is packed with insights you won't find anywhere else.
Episodes
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FASB standard setting—Your cheat sheet to what's ahead in GAAP
While relatively few new accounting standards have been issued this year, the FASB has been busy, with several proposals expected before year end and other projects underway. We discuss key projects on the FASB's agenda, potential changes to US GAAP, and why companies should be paying attention...
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Sustainability now—Connecting strategy to business value
Sustainability strategies are evolving as companies focus on protecting margins, building resilience, and identifying opportunities for growth. We discuss how companies can drive business value by embedding sustainability into business strategy, connecting sustainability initiatives to financial...
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Software costs and revenue recognition in the age of AI
Software and software-as-a-service (SaaS) companies are navigating accounting questions as AI technologies become part of their products and development processes. We discuss how companies can apply existing accounting guidance to new revenue recognition questions involving software licenses…
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Infrastructure resilience amid geopolitical shifts and AI growth
Geopolitical shifts are reshaping infrastructure decisions as companies navigate growing demand for AI and data centers, energy constraints, global supply chain dependencies, and climate-related pressures. We discuss how these interconnected forces are creating strategic vulnerabilities and...
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Finance teams and audit committees: Building a stronger dialogue
Finance and management teams play an important role in helping audit committees stay informed, focused, and prepared in a fast-changing business environment. We discuss how management can better support audit committee oversight through timely information, thoughtful scenario analysis, effective...
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Back to basics: Interim tax provisions
Interim income tax accounting can be complex, but it starts with a foundational concept: estimating the annual effective tax rate (AETR). In this episode, we continue our back-to-basics series with a look at the AETR calculation, including ordinary income, discrete items, when the usual AETR...
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Navigating tariff uncertainty: Refunds, enforcement, and accounting
Tariffs levied by the US government continue to evolve, creating significant implications for finance and accounting teams, from accounting for tariff refunds and staying ahead of rising enforcement activity to financial reporting and internal controls. This episode explores recent tariff...
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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...
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Back to basics: Consolidation—Determining the primary beneficiary
We’re continuing our refresher series on consolidation accounting. In this episode, learn how to determine which party, if any, should consolidate a variable interest entity (VIE). We explore key considerations for identifying a VIE’s primary beneficiary, including assessing power over the…
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Back to basics: Consolidation—Identifying a VIE
Get a refresher on consolidation accounting with a deeper look at how to determine whether an entity is a variable interest entity (VIE). We cover key considerations, including understanding the entity’s purpose and design, identifying variable interests and equity at risk, and evaluating the...
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Back to basics: Consolidation—Getting started
Get a refresher on consolidation accounting, including an overview of the consolidation framework, the variable interest entity (VIE) and voting interest entity (VOE) models, and key scope considerations. This episode is part of our new Back to Basics series that revisits core accounting topics....
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Environmental credits: Understanding new FASB guidance
Environmental credits accounting is changing with the introduction of ASC 818 (created by ASU 2026-02). New FASB guidance establishes a consistent accounting model for environmental credits and related obligations, addressing recognition, measurement, presentation, and disclosure. This episode...
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Sustainability now: “Clearing the air” on GHG–August 2026
GHG Protocol updates are reshaping the outlook for GHG reporting, including a move toward a consolidated corporate standard, with an exposure draft expected in 2027 and a final standard planned for 2028. This episode covers the updated roadmap and developments related to scope 2, scope 3,...
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California’s new cybersecurity audit requirements – Are you ready?
New cybersecurity audit requirements under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) establish a recurring, independent assessment of certain organizations’ cybersecurity programs, with the first audit period beginning January 1, 2027. We discuss which organizations may be subject to the...
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Sustainability now: What draft ESRS-40a mean for non-EU groups
Certain non-EU groups may not be in scope of ESRS but will need to comply with new EU reporting standards that are under development now (draft ESRS-40a). Reporting will begin with financial year 2028 for reporting in 2029. This episode examines the proposed scope and reporting choices in the…
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Sustainability now: Revised ESRS—Simplifications explained
The revised European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS (2026)) introduce significant revisions, simplifications, clarifications, and new reporting reliefs for companies reporting—or preparing to report—under the CSRD. This episode discusses the European Commission’s July 2026 revisions,...
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SEC now: Recent developments shaping today’s landscape
SEC reporting and regulatory developments continue to move quickly. Proposals addressing semiannual reporting, filer status, and registered offerings could significantly affect public company reporting, internal control requirements, and capital-raising transactions, with further SEC rulemaking...
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Convertible debt accounting: Making sense of complex terms
Convertible debt can offer an issuer a lower-cost financing alternative, but the accounting can be complex depending on the instrument’s terms, settlement features, and related transactions. This episode discusses the key accounting models for convertible debt, including bifurcation under ASC…
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Debt restructuring: Accounting for borrowers
Debt restructuring accounting remains top of mind for borrowers as companies refinance debt that may have been issued in a very different interest rate environment. This episode discusses the accounting models for debt restructurings, including lender-by-lender assessments, modification versus...
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Beyond debt: Accounting for other liability-classified arrangements
Liability classification under US GAAP extends well beyond traditional loans and bonds. In this episode, we discuss common arrangements that may be accounted for as liabilities, including preferred stock, warrants, noncontrolling interests, failed sale transactions, sales of future revenue, and...
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Current or noncurrent? Getting debt classification right
Debt classification can significantly affect liquidity metrics, covenant compliance, and how stakeholders view a company’s financial position. This episode discusses the accounting guidance for classifying debt as current or noncurrent, including key judgments related to covenant violations,...
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Disaggregated expense disclosures: Don’t roll the DISE
The FASB’s disaggregation of income statement expenses (DISE) guidance requires public business entities to provide significantly more detail about key income statement expense captions beginning in 2027. This episode covers what the new disclosure requirements mean, why implementation may be…
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Setting the standard: FASB activity in 2026
FASB standard setting activity continues full steam ahead in 2026, with projects focused on crypto assets, hedge accounting, liability-versus-equity classification, the statement of cash flows, and other key accounting topics. While the pace of new accounting standards may appear quieter than in...
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Governance beyond the boardroom: Insights for finance leaders
In a complex business environment, governance extends well beyond the boardroom. This episode explores how finance leaders can help connect information, risk, strategy, and oversight to support effective decision-making and organizational resilience. Along the way, we discuss practical insights...
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Sustainability now: “Clearing the air” on GHG Protocol updates
A video of this podcast is available on YouTube, Spotify, or PwC’s website at viewpoint.pwc.com. The GHG Protocol continues to evolve as companies prepare for expanding climate reporting requirements under the California SB 253 law, ESRS, and ISSB standards. In this episode, we discuss the Scope…
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SEC semiannual reporting proposal: Cutting quarters, not corners
A video of this podcast is available on YouTube, Spotify, or PwC’s website at viewpoint.pwc.com. The SEC’s proposal to allow optional semiannual reporting could significantly reshape public company reporting obligations and investor communications. SEC Division of Corporation Finance Director Jim...
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Sustainability now: Operationalizing the ISSB standards
A video of this podcast is available on YouTube, Spotify, or PwC’s website at viewpoint.pwc.com. Reporting in accordance with the IFRS® Sustainability Disclosure Standards issued by the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) continues to evolve as financial institutions navigate...
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IFRS in focus: New guidance and issues shaping 2026 reporting
International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) are being shaped by a rapidly evolving global environment, including geopolitical conflicts, changing tariff policies, and increasingly complex private capital and artificial intelligence transactions. In this episode, we discuss the key…
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Sustainability now: Energy tax credits and the FEOC rule
Foreign Entity of Concern, or FEOC, rules and energy tax credits are reshaping how companies evaluate eligibility and structure investments across the energy sector. In this episode, we explore how the foreign entity of concern framework—introduced under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act—applies at...
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Government grants: Understanding new FASB guidance
Government grant accounting under US GAAP is evolving with ASU 2025-10. This episode explores the updated model, including scoping, recognition and measurement, and the distinction between asset and income grants. We also cover presentation and disclosure requirements, along with practical...
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OECD Pillar Two: Tax implications for US multinationals
The OECD’s January 2026 Administrative Guidance on Pillar Two introduces new safe harbor provisions that could significantly affect how US multinationals are taxed globally. This episode breaks down the key provisions and their accounting and financial reporting implications. In this episode, we...
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How will US public policy shape business in 2026?
The US public policy landscape continues to evolve and impact US and global businesses. We cover key developments in Washington, D.C., including tariffs, AI, and other areas as well as at the SEC and PCAOB, along with what it all means for financial reporting and strategic decision-making. In…
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Derivative vs. revenue: Key impacts of new FASB guidance
ASU 2025-07, Derivatives Scope Refinements and Scope Clarification for Share-Based Noncash Consideration from a Customer in a Revenue Contract, is new FASB guidance that adds a derivative scope exception and clarifies the boundary between revenue and financial instruments guidance for share-based...
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Hedge accounting: How new guidance will impact your risk strategy
In this episode, we explore the FASB’s latest hedge accounting guidance and what the changes mean for a company’s risk management strategies. We also preview what’s ahead for hedging on the FASB’s standard setting agenda. In this episode, we discuss: 0:46 – Overview of recent hedge accounting...
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Sustainability now: GHG Protocol update—Scope 3 and more
A video of this podcast is available on YouTube, Spotify, or PwC’s website at viewpoint.pwc.com. In this episode, we explore the latest on potential GHG Protocol revisions, including revisiting proposed changes to the Scope 3 Standard and how key decisions are taking shape in the process. We...
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Tariff uncertainty: Business and financial reporting impacts
The US tariff landscape shifted again following the Supreme Court’s decision invalidating tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). In this episode, we discuss what the ruling means for importers, including potential refunds, accounting and financial reporting...
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Sustainability now: Balancing GHG scope 2 ambition and practicality
A video of this podcast is available on YouTube, Spotify, or PwC’s website at viewpoint.pwc.com. The GHG Protocol’s proposed updates to its guidance on scope 2 emissions introduce significant changes, including hourly matching, revised market-based accounting rules, and more granular emissions…
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Sustainability now: Preparing for the energy grid of tomorrow
A video of this podcast is available on YouTube, Spotify, or PwC’s website at viewpoint.pwc.com. Energy demand is rising at a pace few anticipated, driven by AI, data centers, electrification, and industrial growth. In this episode, host Heather Horn speaks with Gayle Miller, Head of Strategic...
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Sustainability now: EU reporting—What’s settled, what’s evolving
On February 24, the Council of the European Union officially adopted the ‘Omnibus’ directive. Key aspects of the ‘Omnibus’ directive include changes to the scope of entities subject to the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive...
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Sustainability now: What’s next for California climate reporting?
California’s climate disclosure laws are entering a critical phase as key compliance deadlines approach. SB 253 (the Climate Corporate Data Accountability Act) requires companies to report greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in accordance with the Greenhouse Gas Protocol, while SB 261 (Greenhouse…
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Replay - SEC now: Today’s landscape and recent developments
A video of this podcast is available on YouTube, Spotify, or PwC’s website at viewpoint.pwc.com. It’s that time of year, with many focused on year-end reporting. After wrapping up our Year-end toolkit series, we revisit another set of conversations that are especially relevant right now. We’re...
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Replay: Reporting reset–Presentation fundamentals
It’s that time of year, with many focused on year-end reporting. After wrapping up our Year-end toolkit series last week, we revisit another set of conversations that are especially relevant right now. We’re re-releasing the kickoff episode from last year’s Reporting reset series. This first...
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Year-end toolkit: Strengthening audit committee collaboration
We continue our year-end toolkit series with insights on key areas of the year-end accounting and reporting process. Today’s episode focuses on the finance team’s engagement with the audit committee, which faces a packed agenda and expanding oversight responsibilities. We explore how management…
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Year-end toolkit: Cash flow classification
We continue our year-end toolkit series sharing insights on key areas of the year-end accounting and reporting process. In this episode, we focus on the statement of cash flows—an area that remains critical to investors and continues to get focus from regulators. We discuss recent SEC comment...
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Deals outlook 2026: Preparing finance teams for what’s ahead
As signs of market stabilization emerge, companies are reassessing their deal strategies for 2026. In this episode, we explore IPO and M&A trends, the influence of AI and macroeconomic shifts, and the steps finance teams can take now to be ready for what’s next. In this episode, we discuss: 3:35…
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Year-end toolkit: Materiality assessments
In this episode, we share key insights and reminders on navigating materiality judgments. We revisit the fundamentals of SAB 99, explore how to apply both quantitative and qualitative considerations, address identified errors, and more. In this episode, we discuss: 3:53 – The framework for...
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Year-end toolkit: Accounting and reporting reminders for 2026
This episode explores key accounting and reporting considerations for year-end financial reporting. Technical leaders from our National Office share reminders and timely insights across a range of topics, including tariffs, income taxes, held-for-sale accounting, and other emerging issues–topics...
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SEC now: Revenue 2025 comment letter trends
In this final episode of our SEC-focused series, we discuss SEC comments on revenue. Revenue is the top line for a reason; it’s closely watched by investors and therefore the SEC staff as well. From performance obligations to disaggregated revenue disclosures, we discuss the issues most…
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SEC now: MD&A 2025 comment letter trends
We continue our SEC-focused series with a discussion of management’s discussion and analysis (MD&A), a topic that remains a consistent focus in SEC staff comment letters. In this episode, we explore the latest trends, common themes, and areas of emphasis—including results of operations…
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Key takeaways from the AICPA & CIMA Conference
In this episode, we debrief the 2025 AICPA Conference in Washington, DC, highlighting key takeaways including perspectives from SEC Chairman Paul Atkins and other regulatory leaders. Topics include the SEC’s rulemaking priorities for 2026, trends in capital formation, and emerging issues such as…
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