Fjárhagsárinn
Fjárhagsárinn is the Icelandic term for a fiscal year. It refers to the accounting period for which a company's financial statements are prepared and reported. In Iceland, as in many other countries, the fiscal year can align with the calendar year, running from January 1st to December 31st, or it can be a different 12-month period, often chosen for strategic or operational reasons. The designation of a specific fjárhagsárinn is crucial for financial reporting, tax calculations, and the assessment of a company's performance over a defined period.
Companies are required to adhere to their chosen fjárhagsárinn for consistency in their financial reporting. This