This course details methods of valuing inventory, including special rules for dealing with LIFO inventory. Effect of shrinkage and market will also be discussed and participants will learn about proposals to prohibit LCM and subnormal goods methods that include wash-sale goods.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this webcast, participants will be able to:
Explain the allowable inventory valuation methods for tax purposes and how to choose the most beneficial in various scenarios
Calculate the resulting tax adjustment to book income as applicable
Estimate the tax value of ending inventory under the chosen method
Major Topics
263A 2.0
FIFO, LIFO, average
Lower of cost or market
Provider
AICPA
Course Level
Intermediate
CPE Field of Study
Taxes
2
Who Should Attend
Tax professionals in public accounting: seniors, supervisors, and managers