PwC's accounting podcast

PwC's accounting podcast

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

July 15, 2025 42 mins

We kick off our latest accounting podcast miniseries on revenue accounting with a foundational discussion on revenue recognition. In this episode, we tackle recognizing revenue —the final step of the ASC 606 model—and examine how to determine whether performance obligations are satisfied over time or at a point in time.

In this episode, we discuss:

  • 0:54 – Overview of the ASC 606 revenue model
  • 5:30 – Identifying performance obligat...
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We continue our lease accounting podcast miniseries with an episode focused on embedded leases. Some arrangements to provide services or purchase inventory rely on the use of a specific asset to fulfill the contract. Even if the word “lease” doesn’t appear, the rights conveyed to the customer may still meet the definition of a lease—shifting the transaction from simply purchasing services or goods to leasing an asset. We explain wh...

We continue our lease accounting miniseries with a focus on variable lease payments, an area that can significantly influence lease classification and measurement. In this episode, we explore the complexities of usage-based and index-based payments, fair market rent adjustments, in-substance fixed payments, and more – providing insights into how these variable rents affect the accounting and disclosures.

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In this episode, we highlight the proposed amendments to IFRS S2, the climate-related disclosure standard from the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB). Learn how the changes aim to clarify greenhouse gas (GHG) reporting, specifically scope 3 emissions, and the potential implications they have on reporting.

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We continue our lease accounting miniseries with an episode focused on modifications and terminations. From determining whether a change results in a new lease to navigating remeasurement requirements, we share practical insights and key reminders for applying the guidance.

In this episode, we discuss:

  • 1:12 – How to determine if a lease modification should be treated as a new lease or a remeasurement of the existing lease
  • 10:31 – ...
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The European Commission’s Omnibus package continues to make its way through the legislative process. In this episode, we cover the most recent developments, including insights from recently leaked information and how businesses are reacting to potential changes. 

In this episode, we discuss:

  • 2:53 – The legislative status of the content ...
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We kick off our latest accounting miniseries on lease accounting with an episode on the related presentation and disclosure requirements. We break down key considerations across the balance sheet, income statement, and statement of cash flows, including what interim and annual disclosures are required as well as the treatment of lease incentives, sublease income, and more.

In this episode, we discuss:

  • 2:12 – Current versus noncur...
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In this special episode, we explore whether top-performing finance functions have reached a “terminal value” in their cost-cutting journey – and what comes next. As technologies like AI and advanced analytics evolve, finance leaders are shifting focus from efficiency to insight – rethinking operating models, talent strategies, and what it means to create value in a digital era.

In this episode, we discuss:

  • 1:18 – What “terminal v...
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We continue our video podcast miniseries focused on SEC reporting, helping you stay current on the evolving SEC landscape while taking a “back to basics” look at key reporting areas.

As the SEC undergoes significant leadership changes, this episode offers a timely look at how recent developments are reshaping regulatory priorities. We offe...

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We're excited to share another video edition of our podcast on sustainability reporting—watch along as our sustainability specialists dive into the latest developments.

Energy planning is a business issue, not just a utility issue. As the energy transition accelerates, the demands on power systems are rapidly evolving. In this episode...

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We continue our video podcast miniseries focused on SEC reporting, helping you stay current on the evolving SEC landscape while taking a “back to basics” look at key reporting areas.

In today’s episode, we discuss Form 8-K, a critical SEC filing for timely disclosure of significant corporate events. While foundational in nature, Form 8-K r...

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We're excited to share another video edition of our podcast on sustainability reporting—watch along as our sustainability specialists dive into the latest developments.

As sustainability reporting evolves, the GHG Protocol is undergoing its first major update in over a decade. In this episode, we break down the proposed revisions to t...

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We continue our video podcast miniseries focused on SEC reporting, helping you stay current on the evolving SEC landscape while taking a “back to basics” look at key reporting areas.

In today’s episode, we discuss pro forma financial information. We break down when and why pro formas are required under SEC rules, and we discuss key conside...

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We're excited to share another video edition of our podcast on sustainability reporting—watch along as our sustainability specialists dive into the latest developments. 

In this episode, we provide an update on the European Commission’s Omnibus package and what it means for sustainability reporting under the ESRS framework. From the f...

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We continue our video podcast miniseries focused on SEC reporting, helping you stay current on the evolving SEC landscape while taking a “back to basics” look at key reporting areas. 

In today’s episode, we discuss acquisitions and divestitures—transactions that often involve complex reporting requirements. We cover technical guidance and...

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Companies face growing uncertainty about clean energy tax credits, tariffs, and the related regulatory guidance. In this episode, we explore the current state of clean energy investments, evolving financing structures, and the complex compliance landscape shaping renewable energy strategies today. 

In this episode, we discuss: 

  • 1:19 – A refresher on the scope and objectives of the IRA 
  • 3:50 – How the administration change has affe...
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This episode kicks off a new video miniseries focused on SEC reporting that will keep you up to speed on the SEC landscape and take a “back to basics” look at key reporting areas. 

In today’s episode, we cover capital raising, one of the pillars of the SEC’s tripartite mission and a focus of the new SEC Chairman. Whether you're prepar...

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As the first wave of companies report under the EU’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), PwC analyzed corporate sustainability statements. In this week’s podcast, host Heather Horn welcomes back Nadja Picard, PwC’s Global Reporting Leader, to dive into the key findings from more than 250 published reports. They explore emerging trends, surprising gaps, and what these insights mean for companies yet to report. 

In th...

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In this episode, we continue our miniseries on financial statement presentation and disclosure with a focus on derivatives and hedging. Derivatives and hedging are topics applicable to many companies, but the accounting and related presentation and disclosures can be complex. This episode breaks down the requirements with practical insights and guidance.

In this episode, we discuss: 

  • 1:10 – An overview of derivatives and hedging,...
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We're excited to continue our video podcast series on the foundations of sustainability reporting. Now watch along with our sustainability specialists as they discuss the latest on sustainability.

With the first wave of companies reporting under the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS), we address some practical impleme...


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