(c) On 1 May 2007 Sirus acquired another company, Marne plc. The directors of Ma

(c) On 1 May 2007 Sirus acquired another company, Marne plc. The directors of Marne, who were the only

shareholders, were offered an increased profit share in the enlarged business for a period of two years after the

date of acquisition as an incentive to accept the purchase offer. After this period, normal remuneration levels will

be resumed. Sirus estimated that this would cost them $5 million at 30 April 2008, and a further $6 million at

30 April 2009. These amounts will be paid in cash shortly after the respective year ends. (5 marks)

Required:

Draft a report to the directors of Sirus which discusses the principles and nature of the accounting treatment of

the above elements under International Financial Reporting Standards in the financial statements for the year

ended 30 April 2008.

(c) Acquisition of MarneAll business combinations within the scope of IFRS 3 ‘Business Combinations’ must be accounted for using the purchasemethod. (IFRS 3.14) The pooling of interests method is prohibited. Under IFRS 3, an acquirer must be identified fo