Intermediate

GAAP/IFRS issue triage: identify relevant literature and path

Helps triage an accounting issue by identifying likely literature areas, key questions, and a research path. Useful for seniors/managers starting a technical analysis.

Triage the accounting issue and propose a research plan.

Inputs:
- Issue description: {issue_description}
- Transaction facts and terms: {facts_terms}
- Reporting framework: {framework} (US GAAP/IFRS)
- Industry context: {industry_context}
- Desired outcome (policy choice, memo, audit support): {desired_outcome}

Output:
1) Key accounting questions to resolve (prioritized).
2) Likely relevant literature/topics to consult (by area, not paragraph citations unless provided).
3) Research plan: sources to check, keywords, and what evidence to collect.
4) Initial hypotheses and decision points (clearly labeled as preliminary).
5) Open items list to clarify with stakeholders.

Keep it practical and structured.

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Literature comparison: GAAP vs IFRS treatment summary

Creates a side-by-side summary of GAAP vs IFRS differences for a given topic, including practical implications. Useful for multinational reporting and policy alignment.

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Technical accounting Q&A: concise answer with caveats

Delivers a concise, defensible answer to a technical question with assumptions and caveats. Useful for internal stakeholders needing quick guidance.

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Disclosure requirement finder: what to disclose and where

Identifies required disclosures for a topic and maps them to footnote sections and data sources. Useful for reporting teams and technical accountants.

GPT-5.2 Thinking; GPT-4.1; o3-mini
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