The Reform of Ireland's Public Sector Accounting

In: Connolly , C & Stewart , E 2021 , The Reform of Ireland's Public Sector Accounting . Chartered Accountants Ireland , Dublin, Ireland .

Abstract

The Reform of Ireland's Public Sector Accounting examines the key changes associated with the Irish Government's planned public sector accounting reforms, including: - the preparation of accrual accounting information compliant with International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS); - central government consolidated financial statements; and - harmonising accounting practices across the Irish public sector. Drawing on the views of representatives from government departments, agencies and advisory organisations/individuals, this Report concludes by recognising the ambition of the planned reforms and that they are a significant statement of intent by the Irish Government to modernise its public sector accounting practices.