Accounting and accounting rules in Bangladesh
Accounting Rules
- Tax Year
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From 1 July to 30 June
- Accounting Standards
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The main source of accounting principles is the series of approved accounting standards issued by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Bangladesh (ICAB). Most of these standards are based on international accounting standards IFRS and IAS.
- Accounting Regulation Bodies
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Securities and Exchange Commission of Bangladesh
- Accounting Reports
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The financial statements consist of a balance sheet, an income statement (profit and loss) and cash flows. Accounts should be accompanied by an Auditer's reports and Director's report.
- Publication Requirements
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Financial statements must be prepared annually. Companies with shares listed on the stock exchanges in Dhaka or Chittagong must comply with additional requirements in terms of financial disclosure and public announcements. The Government may ask for, via notification in the Official Gazette, an annual information return.
- Professional Accountancy Bodies
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Institute of Chartered Accountants of Bangladesh (ICAB)
Institute of Cost and Management Accountants of Bangladesh
- Certification and Auditing
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Only members of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Bangladesh (ICAB) can apply for an audit license, which allows them to audit companies. For more information see the KPMG website.
- Accounting News
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Latest Update: October 2024