Ideas & Insights

Access RSM's latest research on how financial institutions are responding to anti-money laundering (AML) program requirements.

Our white paper explains when a financial institution is covered by FDICIA, its key provisions and the key components of FDICIA readiness.

A white paper about how asset managers may be affected by the new revenue recognition guidance in ASC 606 and cost guidance in ASC 340-40.

Learn what private equity/venture capital funds, investment companies need to know about accounting and valuation of portfolio companies.

Learn key insights affecting insurance companies related to enterprise risk management and the Own Risk and Solvency Assessment process.

Insurance entities, learn about accounting standards changes related to short-duration contracts. Amendments will be effective December 31.

Those in an oversight role of an insurer’s reinsurance program must be mindful of its evolving nature and risks. Learn key considerations.

Principle-based reserves standards become effective in Jan. 2017. Life insurance companies have work to do to prepare for implementation.

SEC auditor independence considerations for private equity funds with a registered investment adviser or an initial public offering.

A summary of how entities in the insurance industry may be affected by the new revenue recognition guidance upon its adoption.

Finance and accounting outsourcing decreases costs for transactional and strategic functions while enhancing processes and controls.

All regulated financial service entities must address compliance and vendor management guidelines to protect consumers and avoid penalties.

Strategic and accounting issues that first-out and last-out arrangements raise for BDCs making loan transfers.

An overview of accounting issues in insurance business combinations comparing statutory accounting and GAAP treatment.

Time pressures confronting private equity controllers – and how to handle them.

Learn how the details affect price in cash-free, debt-free deals.

Buyers considering speciality lenders should focus on allowance for loan losses.

How a compliance knowledge management center can position your bank to succeed in today’s difficult regulatory environment

A plain-English explanation of the accounting for a business combination accompanied by detailed examples, illustrations and checklists.

A high-level overview of the Financial Accounting Standards Board's financial instruments project classification and measurement standard.