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Tag - IFRS 16:

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Which exemptions can you apply during IFRS 16 implementation?

A practical guide to short-term leases, low-value assets and transition practical expedients. The quick answer When...

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AI in IFRS 16 Lease accounting: Balancing automation and control

Summary AI can help finance teams capture lease data, review contracts and flag exceptions. But in IFRS 16, automation...

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IFRS 16 key person risk: When lease accounting depends on one person

Expert insights from Karl Oscar Rosli, Lease Accounting Expert & Head of Product Marketing Management, House of Control...

IFRS 16 lease accounting in 2026: From compliance task to controlled process

Summary IFRS 16 is not new in 2026, and the standard has not been redesigned. But several years after implementation,...

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Modeling the IFRS 16 impact on EBITDA for budgeting and forecasting

Summary This playbook gives FP&A and accounting teams a practical approach to model the IFRS 16 impact on EBITDA. It...

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Aligning IFRS 16 with UK practice: Practical guidance for IFRS 16 for UK companies

This article shows finance leaders how to coordinate lease accounting under IFRS 16 across UK operations. It focuses on...

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IFRS 16 compliance: Lease Accounting Software vs. Excel

What are the real problems of using spreadsheets for IFRS 16 reporting? There are several significant issues that...

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How to eliminate hidden costs in your company's contract portfolio

A professional contract management strategy is all about reducing costs, ensuring control and removing staff...

IFRS 16 implementation: Step-by-step guide for lease accounting compliance

Getting started with IFRS 16 for the first time? Lease accounting can be tricky, it takes attention to detail and a...

Managing IFRS 16 reporting across entities, currencies, and subsidiaries with consolidation accuracy

How should multi-entity organisations handle IFRS 16 reporting across different currencies and subsidiaries while...

Managing CPI-linked lease adjustments and contract modifications under IFRS 16

This article examines an important IFRS 16 challenge: What’s the best approach for handling CPI-linked lease...

IFRS 16: Simplifying the calculation and reconciliation of lease liabilities and right-of-use assets

Struggling with IFRS 16 complexity? Learn how to simplify lease liability and right-of-use asset calculations – and...

The impact of IFRS 16 on 12 different financial ratios

The IFRS 16 lease accounting standard impacts financial statements. This is how it affects 12 key financial ratios that...

The smooth guide to IFRS 16: Moving from Excel to lease accounting software

How do you move from managing leases in Excel to specialized lease accounting software? This guide walks through the...

IFRS 16 lease terminations & buyouts explained

Lease terminations and buyouts are frequent IFRS 16 challenges. Getting them right means more than compliance: it...

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IFRS 16 in consolidated accounts: Intercompany leases & elimination entries

IFRS 16 is more complex in consolidated accounts, with intercompany leases, elimination entries, and differences...

The real impact of IFRS 16 on EBITDA: What you need to know

IFRS 16 lifts EBITDA by reclassifying lease costs from operating expenses to depreciation and interest. For analysts...

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IFRS seminar: Key takeaways from discussions on consistent accounting practices

House of Control recently participated in the IFRS Foundation Conference and one of the subjects they talked about was...

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The most common IFRS 16 mistakes – and how to fix them

By learning from these common 12 IFRS 16 errors (and applying the right fixes) your finance team can improve accuracy,...

Meet us at the IFRS Foundation Conference 2025 in London

We are excited to announce that House of Control will serve as the Technology Sponsor at the IFRS Foundation Conference...

IFRS 16 exemptions: Short-term and low-value lease rules

IFRS 16 offers exemptions for low-value assets and short-term leases, helping businesses streamline lease accounting...