This course provides a comprehensive and practical exploration of intercompany transactions within corporate group structures. Designed for learners with a foundational understanding of financial accounting, the course emphasizes the identification, analysis, and evaluation of intercompany activities that impact consolidated financial statements.

Intercompany Transactions for Consolidated Reporting

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- Technical Accounting
- Financial Reporting
- Revenue Recognition
- International Financial Reporting Standards
- Case Studies
- Intercompany Accounting
- Corporate Accounting
- Consolidation
- Risk Analysis
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September 2025
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There are 2 modules in this course
This module provides learners with a foundational understanding of intercompany transactions within corporate groups. It introduces key concepts such as transaction types, the rationale behind consolidation adjustments, and specific examples of common intercompany dealings like downstream and upstream sales, partial third-party transactions, and joint ventures. Through practical scenarios, learners will gain insights into the accounting treatment, challenges, and eliminations required to ensure accurate and transparent consolidated financial reporting. The module also explores the complexity of depreciable asset transfers and their impact on group financials.
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8 videos4 assignments
This module addresses the deeper technical and organizational complexities of intercompany transactions. It begins by exploring the recognition and treatment of unrealized losses, followed by an in-depth examination of lateral transactions—those occurring between sister entities. Through detailed examples, the module demonstrates how such transactions affect consolidated financial reporting. It further evaluates the operational challenges faced by large corporations, including system incompatibilities, inconsistent accounting practices, and internal policy misalignment. Finally, the module consolidates these advanced concepts into a cohesive summary that reinforces practical understanding and application.
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5 videos3 assignments
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Reviewed on Nov 30, 2025
I appreciated how the instructor explained eliminations—receivables, payables, upstream/downstream profit—without overloading with jargon.
Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025
Strong overall coverage of consolidated financial reporting, including elimination of intercompany transactions — very relevant if you want a deeper understanding of group reporting.
Reviewed on Jan 25, 2026
Makes intercompany transactions less confusing. Ideal for students and junior accountants dealing with group accounts.
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