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Multi-Step Income Statement Definition and How to Create One

Multi-Step Income Statement Definition and How to Create One

August 12, 2024
Bill Kimball

Once the non-operating section is totaled, it is subtracted from or added to the income from operations to compute the net income for the period. When calculating operating expenses, don’t include any expenses already included in the cost of goods sold, such as direct labor and materials purchased. Multi-step by Sales Contribution …

Lower of Cost or Market LCM Method: Why Its Used and Application

Lower of Cost or Market LCM Method: Why Its Used and Application

August 12, 2024
Bill Kimball

Generally, LCM Theory must be applied whenever determining the value of an asset unless there is evidence to suggest that the asset will be sold at a higher price in the future. However, it is important to note that this exception should only be used if there is reliable evidence to support it. Based on […]

Unearned Revenue: What It Is, How It Is Recorded and Reported

Unearned Revenue: What It Is, How It Is Recorded and Reported

August 9, 2024
Bill Kimball

A debit entry for the amount paid is entered into the deferred revenue account and a credit revenue is entered into sales revenue when the service or product is delivered. Deferred revenue is payment received from a customer before a product or service has been delivered. Deferred revenue, which is also referred to as unearned revenue, …

What Is Unearned Revenue? A Definition and Examples for Small Businesses

What Is Unearned Revenue? A Definition and Examples for Small Businesses

August 9, 2024
Bill Kimball

Deferred revenue is payment received from a customer before a product or service has been delivered. Deferred revenue, which is also referred to as unearned revenue, is listed as a liability on the balance sheet because, under accrual accounting, the revenue recognition process has not been completed. Businesses can profit greatly …

Is Service Revenue a Current Asset?

Is Service Revenue a Current Asset?

August 9, 2024
Bill Kimball

In that case, you should record service revenue under credit in the service revenue income statement, and for an asset account, refer to it as a deferred expense. In contrast, you must record these transactions as debits in the income statements if you bill clients after work. Service revenue represents the income earned by a […]

What Is a Statement of Retained Earnings? What It Includes

What Is a Statement of Retained Earnings? What It Includes

August 9, 2024
Bill Kimball

If a company has a net loss for the accounting period, a company’s retained earnings statement shows a negative balance or deficit. Alternatively, a positive balance is a surplus or retained profit. Your company’s balance sheet may include a shareholders’ equity section. This line item reports the net value of the company—how …