A completely revised and significantly expanded edition of the world's most comprehensive study of global accounting systems. Since the publication of the first edition of this indispensable reference, fundamental developments in financial reporting have taken place at great pace. The transformation of international accounting systems over recent years underlines the need for an up-to-date reference to reflect the many changes that have taken place. Transnational Accounting , 2nd edition has been produced - now in 3 volumes - to provide financial practitioners with a clear understanding of the latest national accounting standards across the world. TRANSACC is a detailed and comprehensive comparative study of accounting standards of 21 countries and entities, including IASC and EU. TRANSACC has been completely revised and significantly expanded to include details of practise in 5 new countries: Argentina, Finland, Norway, Italy and Portugal. TRANSACC includes a significantly expanded treatment of the US, UK and IASC accounting. Transnational Accounting is an essential reference tool for: Financial practitioners in accounting firms throughout the world; Corporate finance specialists in banks; Legal advisors; Executives of major international conglomerates; Corporate librarians; Business school libraries in all countries