Financial reporting systems that are guided by the principle of exceptions concept focus attention on variances from standard costs.

Financial Reporting Systems

Systems used by organizations to manage and process financial data, and to produce reports that accurately depict business performance and financial position.

Principle of Exceptions

A management principle where focus is directed towards cases that deviate significantly from the norm, allowing managers to concentrate on significant issues rather than routine matters.

Standard Costs

Predetermined or estimated costs to manufacture a product or provide a service, used in budgeting and measuring performance.