Managerial Accounting (5th Edition)
5th Edition
ISBN: 9780134128528
Author: Karen W. Braun, Wendy M. Tietz
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 1, Problem 1.14AE
Classify ethical responsibilities (Learning Objective 4)
1. ETHICS
According to the IMA’s Statement of Ethical Professional Practice (Exhibit 1–7),
Responsibility
- 1. Keep information confidential except when disclosure is authorized or legally required.
- 2. Disclose all relevant information that could reasonably be expected to influence an intended user’s understanding of the reports, analyses, or recommendations.
- 3. Disclose delays or deficiencies in information, timeliness, processing, or internal controls in conformance with organization policy and/or applicable law.
- 4. Communicate information fairly and objectively.
- 5. Refrain from using confidential information for unethical or illegal advantage.
- 6. Inform all relevant parties regarding the appropriate use of confidential information. Monitor subordinates’ activities to ensure compliance.
- 7. Mitigate actual conflicts of interest. Regularly communicate with business associates to avoid apparent conflicts of interest. Advise all parties of any potential conflicts.
- 8. Maintain an appropriate level of professional expertise by continually developing knowledge and skills.
- 9. Recognize and communicate professional limitations that would preclude responsible judgment or successful performance of an activity.
- 10. Perform professional duties in accordance with relevant laws, regulations, and technical standards.
- 11. Abstain from engaging in or supporting any activity that might discredit the profession.
- 12. Refrain from engaging in any conduct that would prejudice carrying out duties ethically.
- 13. Provide decision support information and recommendations that are accurate, clear, concise, and timely.
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Managerial Accounting (5th Edition)
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