Financial Accounting

Accounting and Financial Management

Introduction to Accounting Accounting & Financial Management

Accounting – An Information Process Users of Accounting Information GAAP The Accounting Equation Double Entry System Introduction to Accounting

Accounting... is the language of business.

Accounting.. is an information system that... measures business activities, processes information, and... communicates financial information.

Accounting – The Language of Business Accounting is the information system that... measures business activities, processes data into reports, and communicates results to decision makers.

- a process of identifying, recording, summarizing, and reporting economic information to decision makers in the form of financial statements. Accounting

Definitions of Accounting “ The process of identifying, measuring, and communicating economic information to permit informed judgements and decisions by users of the information.” — American Accounting Association (AAA) “ A service activity whose function is to provide quantitative information, primarily financial in nature, about economic entities that is intended to be useful in making economic decisions.” — American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)

Primary Functions of Accounting Recording data about business transactions - In the Egyptian era they used a quill pen to record the data and stored it on papyrus scrolls. Today we might use a bar code and scan data into a computer system and store it on a magnetic disk. Summarizing results of business activity into useful report- The balance sheet and income statement have been standard reports for many years. More recently we added a statement of cash flows. However, managers in today's environment demand more detailed reports like sales by district or sales by product type.

Providing assurances that the business is operating as intended and that the assets of the organization are protected- All parties to a business event have looked to accountants to provide assurance that the transaction is properly handled, accurately recorded, and accurately reported. Throughout most of this century the assurance has been based on a system of internal controls and an audit of the published financial statements.

Accounting as an Aid to Decision Making Accounting helps in decision making by showing where and when money has been spent, by evaluating performance, and by showing the implications of choosing one plan instead of another. Fundamental relationships in the decision-making process: Event Accountant’s analysis and recording Financial statements Users

Accounting — An Information Process Identification of Users

User Information Needs Accounting — An Information Process Identification of Users

Identification of Users User Information Needs Accounting System Accounting — An Information Process

Identification of Users User Information Needs Accounting System Economic Data and Activities Accounting — An Information Process

Identification of Users User Information Needs Accounting System Economic Data and Activities Reports Accounting — An Information Process

Identification of Users User Information Needs Accounting System Reports Economic Data and Activities Accounting — An Information Process User Decisions

The Flow of Accounting Information 1. Business transactions occur 3. People make decisions. 2. Businesses prepare reports to Show the results of their operations

The Flow of Accounting Information Accounting systems are designed to meet the needs of the decision makers who use the financial information. Every business maintains some type of accounting system. These accounting systems may be very complex or very simple, but the real value of any accounting system lies in the information that the system provides.

Users of Accounting Information Individuals Businesses Investors and creditors Government regulatory agencies Taxing authorities Nonprofit organizations

investors creditors regulators customers competitors EXTERNAL USERS Financial Accounting Users of Accounting Information

owners managers employees EXTERNAL USERS Financial Accounting investors creditors regulators customers competitors INTERNAL USERS Financial Accounting Users of Accounting Information

Users of Accounting Information External users make decisions about the entity. Internal users make decisions for the entity. Users of Accounting Information

Financial Accounting Its focus is on reporting to external parties. It provides financial statements based on generally accepted accounting principles . It measures and records business transactions.

Management Accounting It measures and reports financial and nonfinancial information that helps managers make decisions to fulfill the goals of an organization.

Cost Accounting It provides information for both management accounting and financial accounting. It measures and reports financial and nonfinancial data.

Some Definitions to remember : Inventory - goods held by a firm for resale to customers Account payable - a liability that results from the purchase of goods or services on account Compound entry - a transaction that affects more than two accounts Creditor - one to whom money is owed Debtor - one who owes money

Assets What is an asset? It is something a company owns which has future economic value. land building equipment goodwill

Liability What is a liability? It is something a company owes. money service product

Revenues What are revenues? They are amounts received or to be received from customers for sales of products or services. sales performance of services rent interest

What are Expenses? They are amounts that have been paid or will be paid later for costs that have been incurred to earn revenue. salaries and wages utilities supplies used advertising Expenses

Owner’s Equity What is owner’s equity? It is what’s left of the assets after liabilities have been deducted. the same as net assets the owner’s claim on the entity’s assets

Transactions that Affect Owner’s Equity OWNER’S EQUITY INCREASES OWNER’S EQUITY DECREASES Owner Investments in the Business Revenues Expenses Owner Withdrawals from the Business Owner’s Equity

Effects of Transactions on Owner’s Equity OWNER’S EQUITY

Effects of Transactions on Owner’s Equity decreased by OWNER’S EQUITY

Effects of Transactions on Owner’s Equity Owner’s withdrawals Expenses decreased by OWNER’S EQUITY

Effects of Transactions on Owner’s Equity increased by OWNER’S EQUITY

Effects of Transactions on Owner’s Equity Owner’s investments Revenues increased by OWNER’S EQUITY

Effects of Transactions on Owner’s Equity Owner’s withdrawals Expenses Owner’s investments Revenues decreased by increased by OWNER’S EQUITY

The Accounting Equation Economic Resources Claims to Economic Resources Assets = Liabilities + Owner’s Equity

Resources The Accounting Equation What are an organization’s resources called?

Assets Resources = Sources The Accounting Equation What are the sources of the assets? Resources used in the business

Assets Liabilities Owner’s Equity Resources = Sources Resources used in the business Resources supplied by creditors and owners The Accounting Equation

Accounting data is represented by the following relationship among the assets, liabilities and owners’ equity of a business: Assets = Liabilities + Owners’ Equity The equation must be in balance after every recorded transaction in the system. The Basic Accounting Equation

a. Sachin deposits RS 25,000 in a bank account for ABC Ltd ASSETS = Business Transactions OWNER’S EQUITY LIABILITIES

a. Sachin deposits RS 25,000 in a bank account for ABC Ltd. ASSETS = Business Transactions OWNER’S EQUITY Cash 25,000 LIABILITIES

a. Sachin deposits RS 25,000 in a bank account for ABC Ltd. ASSETS = Business Transactions OWNER’S EQUITY Cash 25,000 LIABILITIES Sachin, Capital 25,000

Business Transactions b. ABC Ltd. buys land for Rs 20,000. ASSETS = OWNER’S EQUITY LIABILITIES

Business Transactions b. ABC Ltd. buys land for Rs 20,000. ASSETS = OWNER’S EQUITY LIABILITIES Cash (20,000)

Business Transactions b. ABC Ltd buys land for RS 20,000. ASSETS = OWNER’S EQUITY LIABILITIES Cash (20,000) Land 20,000

Business Transactions ASSETS = OWNER’S EQUITY LIABILITIES c. ABC Ltd buys goods for RS1,350, agreeing to pay the supplier in the near future.

Business Transactions ASSETS = OWNER’S EQUITY LIABILITIES c. ABC Ltd buys goods for RS1,350, agreeing to pay the supplier in the near future. Accounts Payable 1,350 Purchases 1,350

Business Transactions ASSETS = OWNER’S EQUITY LIABILITIES e. ABC Ltd paid: wages Rs 2,125; rent, Rs 800; utilities, Rs 450; and miscellaneous, Rs 275.

Business Transactions ASSETS = OWNER’S EQUITY LIABILITIES Cash (3,650) e. ABC Ltd paid: wages Rs 2,125; rent, Rs 800; utilities, Rs 450; and miscellaneous, Rs 275.

Business Transactions ASSETS = OWNER’S EQUITY LIABILITIES Cash (3,650) Expenses (3,650) e. ABC Ltd paid: wages Rs 2,125; rent, Rs 800; utilities, Rs 450; and miscellaneous, Rs 275.

Business Transactions ASSETS = OWNER’S EQUITY LIABILITIES f. ABC Ltd pays Rs 950 to creditors on account.

Business Transactions ASSETS = OWNER’S EQUITY LIABILITIES Cash (950) f. ABC Ltd pays Rs 950 to creditors on account.

Business Transactions ASSETS = OWNER’S EQUITY LIABILITIES Cash (950) Accounts Payable (950) f. ABC Ltd pays Rs 950 to creditors on account.

Business Transactions ASSETS = OWNER’S EQUITY LIABILITIES h. Sachin withdraws Rs 2,000 in cash.

Business Transactions ASSETS = OWNER’S EQUITY LIABILITIES Cash (2,000) h. Sachin withdraws Rs 2,000 in cash.

Business Transactions ASSETS = OWNER’S EQUITY LIABILITIES Cash (2,000) Sachin’s, Drawing (2,000) h. Sachin withdraws Rs 2,000 in cash.

Transaction Summary ASSETS = OWNER’S EQUITY LIABILITIES Cash 6,700 Purchases 550 Land 20,000

Transaction Summary ASSETS = OWNER’S EQUITY LIABILITIES Cash 6,700 Purchases 550 Land 20,000 Accts. Payable 400

Transaction Summary ASSETS = OWNER’S EQUITY LIABILITIES Cash 6,700 Purchases 550 Land 20,000 Accts. Payable 400 Sachin, Capital 25,000 Sachin, Drawing (2,000) Fees Earned 7,500 Wages Expense (2,125) Rent Expense (800) Commission (450) Misc. Expense (275)

Role of Accounting Good managers plan for the future. They develop a budget . A budget is a formal plan stated in monetary terms.

Role of Accounting Accounting helps banks decide to whom they will lend money. Accounting provides information that helps investors pick stocks.

Role of Accounting Budgeting Information systems design Cost accounting Internal auditing

Role of Accounting Consulting Assurance services including auditing Tax accounting

Accounting as an Aid to Decision Making Accounting information is useful to anyone who makes decisions that have economic results. Owners want to know which employees are productive. investors want to know if a company is a good investment. Legislators want to know how a proposed law will affect budgets. Managers want to know if a new product will be profitable. Creditors want to know if they should extend credit, how much to extend, and for how long.

ABUSIVE ACCOUNTING PRACTICES CREATIVE ACCOUNTING PRACTICES ENRON DEBTS NOT REPORTED RECOGNITION OF LOSSES WAS POSTPONED REPORT INCOME BEFORE BEING EARNED

Generally Accepted Accounting Principles

Financial Accounting Its focus is on reporting to external parties. It provides financial statements based on generally accepted accounting principles. It measures and records business transactions.

Generally Accepted Accounting Principles What is the primary objective of financial Accounting and Reporting? To provide information useful for making investment and lending decisions

Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Basic Concepts If every accountant used his or her own rules for recording transactions, the financial statements would be useless in making comparisons. Therefore, accountants have agreed to apply a common set of measurement principles (a common language) to record information for financial statements. Otherwise, decision makers could not use or compare financial statements.

Accounting: Principles and Concepts The rules that govern accounting are called GAAP (generally accepted accounting principles) . Accountants follow professional guidelines.

Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Basic Concepts Generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) - a term that applies to the broad concepts or guidelines and detailed practices in accounting, including all the conventions, rules, and procedures that make up accepted accounting practice at a given time

REGULATION OF THE ACCOUNTING PROFESSION Securities And Exchange Commission (SEC) Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) American Institute Of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)

Standard Setting Bodies In the United States, GAAP is set primarily by the private sector with government oversight. In many other countries, such as France, the government actually sets accounting standards.

Standard Setting Bodies Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) - the agency designated by the U.S. Congress to hold the ultimate responsibility for authorizing GAAP for companies whose stock is held by the general investing public The SEC has informally delegated the power to make accounting rules to the FASB.

Standard Setting Bodies Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) - responsible for establishing GAAP in the United States; A private sector body consisting of seven full-time members and a large support staff

Standard Setting Bodies International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) - an organization representing over 143 accountancy boards from 104 countries that is developing a common set of accounting standards to be used throughout the world

Standard Setting Bodies Interest in harmonizing accounting standards around the world by eliminating differences in accounting principles has grown. Investors are committing more of their money worldwide. Many multinational companies voluntarily issue their financial statements in conformity with the IASB standards.

IMPORTANT CONCEPTS ENTITY ASSUMPTION GOING CONCERN ASSET VALUATION HISTORICAL COST MARKET VALUE LIABILITY RECOGNITION

IMPORTANT CONCEPTS ACCOUNTING PERIOD REVENUE RECOGNITION MATCHING EXPENSES TO REVENUES UNIT OF MEASUREMENT CONSERVATISM FULL DISCLOSURE

Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Basic Concepts The Entity Concept An accounting entity is an organization that stands apart from other organizations and individuals as a separate economic unit. The entity concept helps relate events to a clearly defined area of accountability.

The Entity Concept An accounting entity is an organization that stands apart as a separate economic unit.

The Entity Concept Example Assume that John decides to open up a gas station and coffee shop. The gas station made Rs 250,000 in profits, while the coffee shop lost Rs 50,000.

The Entity Concept Example How much money did John make? At a first glance, we would assume that John made Rs 200,000. However, by applying the entity concept we realize that the gas station made Rs 250,000 while the coffee shop lost Rs 50,000.

Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Basic Concepts The Going Concern Concept The entity will continue to operate in the future.

Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Basic Concepts Going Concern Convention The assumption that in all ordinary situations an entity persists indefinitely This notion implies that a company’s existing resources will be used to fulfill the business needs of the company rather than be sold. If the continuity of an entity is in doubt, a liquidation approach to the balance sheet is taken, and the assets and liabilities are valued as if the entity were to be liquidated in the near future.

Record fixed assets at original cost and depreciate over a period of time. Take prepaid expenses as assets. Business is concerned with net income or earning capacity as compared to market values.

Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Basic Concepts Materiality Convention A financial statement item is material if its omission or misstatement would tend to mislead the reader of the financial statements under consideration Materiality often depends on the size of the organization – what is material to one company might not be material to another company.

AAA defines “An item should be regarded as material if there is reason to believe that knowledge of it would influence the decision of informed investor” Disclose only material information. No overburdening with minute details Material information differs organization to organization year to year (change in depreciation method) Materiality may depend upon amount or may not be.

Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Basic Concepts Convention of Conservatism :- “ Anticipate no profits but provide for all possible losses” Policy of ‘caution’ & ‘playing safe’ Policy of safeguarding against possible losses in world of uncertainty

Kobler defines :- ‘ Conservatism’ as a guideline which chooses between acceptable accounting alternatives for recording events or transactions so that the least favorable immediate effect on assets , income and owner’s equity is reported. Example:- Making the provision for doubtful debts and discounts on debtors in anticipation of actual bad debts and discount

Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Basic Concepts Cost-Benefit Criterion A system should be changed when the expected additional benefits of the change exceed its expected additional costs The benefits of information should exceed the cost of providing that information. Benefits > Costs

Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Basic Concepts The Stable-Monetary-Unit Concept The purchasing power is stable.

Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Basic Concepts Stable Monetary Unit The monetary unit is the principle means for measuring assets and equities. It is the common denominator for quantifying the effects of transactions. A stable monetary unit is one that is not expected to significantly change in value over time.

Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Basic Concepts The Cost Principle Assets and services acquired should be recorded at their actual cost.

Record assets at price paid to acquire and take it as base for subsequent years. Makes financial statements more objective. Limitations Financial statements become irrelevant in case of inflation Remove cost of fixed assets by writing off their cost while asset may be in good condition Don’t show as asset for which no payment has been made for e.g knowledge ,skill of Human Resources.

Cash Basis of Accounting Accrual Basis of Accounting TWO METHODS Reporting Revenue and Expense Accrual Basis

Revenue reported when cash is received Expense reported when cash is paid Does not properly match revenues and expenses Cash Basis of Accounting

Revenue reported when earned Expense reported when incurred Properly matches revenues and expenses in determining net income Requires adjusting entries at end of period It just sounds mean – it really isn’t Accrual Basis of Accounting

ACCRUAL VS CASH ACCOUNTING ACCRUAL ACCOUNTING - FOCUSES ON THE ECONOMIC IMPACT OF TRANSACTIONS FIRM MAXIMIZES ASSETS CASH ACCOUNTING - FOCUSES ON WHEN CASH IS RECEIVED AND PAID OUT FIRM MAXIMIZES CASH

Illustration 1-14 Full Disclosure Principle

Revenue Principle When is revenue recognized? When it is deemed earned. Recognition of revenue and cash receipts do not necessarily occur at the same time.

Revenue Principle The revenue principle governs two things: When to record revenue and… the amount of revenue to record.

Revenue Principle Air & Sea Travel, Inc. Situation 1 No transaction has occurred. – Do Not Record Revenue March 12 I plan to have you make my travel arrangements. photos Disney World Situation 2 The client has taken a trip arranged by Air & Sea Travel. – Record Revenue Air & Sea Travel, Inc. April 2

Recognition of Revenues Recognition - a test to determine whether revenues should be recorded in the financial statements for a given period To be recognized, revenue must be: Earned - goods are delivered or a service is performed Realized - cash or a claim to cash (credit) is received in exchange for goods or services

The Matching Principle What is the matching principle? It is the basis for recording expenses. Expenses are the costs of assets and the increase in liabilities incurred in the earning of revenues. Expenses are recognized when the benefit from the expense is received.

The Matching Principle It is the basis for recording expenses and includes two steps: Identify all the expenses incurred during the accounting period. Measure the expenses and match expenses against revenues earned.

The Matching Principle Revenue – Expense = Net income

The Matching Principle Revenue – Expense = (Net loss)

Example Matching Expenses with Revenues Revenues Rs 15,000 Cost of goods sold 8,000 Net income Rs 7,000 May

Accounting Period concept Managers adopt an artificial period of time to evaluate performance.

Accounting Period concept It requires that accounting information be reported at regular intervals. Interacts with the revenue principle and the matching principle Requires that income be measured accurately each period

Accounting Period concept The Time-Period Concept Businesses need regular progress reports, so accountants prepare financial statements for specific periods and at regular intervals . Monthly Quarterly

Dual concept Accounting information is based on the double entry system . Under this system, the two-sided effect of a transaction is recorded in the appropriate accounts. The recording is done by means of a “debit-credit” convention (set of rules) applying to all accounts.

The Accounting Equation Assets are the economic resources of a business that are expected to produce a benefit in the future. Liabilities are “outsider claims,” or economic obligations payable to outsiders. Owners’ equity represents the “ insider claims” of a business.

The Reliability Concept The quality of information that assures decision makers that the information captures the conditions or events it purports to represent Reliable data are supported by convincing evidence that can be verified by independent parties. The impact of events should be measured in a systematic, reliable manner.

The Reliability (Objectivity) concept Information must be reasonably accurate. Information must be free from bias. Information must report what actually happened. Individuals would arrive at similar conclusions using same data.

Double-Entry Accounting “ Double-entry accounting is based on a simple concept: each party in a business transaction will receive something and give something in return. In bookkeeping terms, what is received is a debit and what is given is a credit. The T account is a representation of a scale or balance.” Scale or Balance Receive DEBIT Give CREDIT T account Left Side Receive DEBIT Right Side Give CREDIT Luca Pacioli Developer of Double-Entry Accounting

The Double-Entry System One debit One credit Each transaction is recorded with at least: Total debits must equal total credits. The Double Entry System

The Double-Entry System Each transaction must still be analyzed to determine which accounts are involved, whether the accounts increase or decrease, and how much the balance will change. The Double Entry System

The Double-Entry system Some businesses enter into thousands of transactions daily or even hourly. Accountants must carefully keep track of and record these transactions in a systematic manner. Accountants use a double-entry accounting system in which at least two accounts are always affected by each transaction. The Double Entry System

Classification of Accounts There are some asset accounts? Cash Notes Receivable Accounts Receivable Prepaid Expenses Land Building Equipment

Classification of Accounts There are some liability accounts? Notes Payable Accounts Payable Accrued Liabilities (for expenses incurred but not paid) Long-term Liabilities (bonds)

Classification of Accounts There are some owner’s equity accounts? Capital or owner’s interest in the business Withdrawals Revenues Expenses

Classification of Accounts Real Account = Debit –What comes in Credit- what goes out Personal Account = Debit –Receiver Credit - Giver Nominal Account =Debit –Expenses/Losses Credit- Incomes/Gains

The Double-Entry system The system records the two-sided effect of transactions The Double Entry System Transaction Two-sided effect Bought furniture for cash Decrease in one asset Increase in another asset Took a loan in cash Increase in an asset Increase in a liability

The Double Entry System Note that the accounting equation equality is maintained after recording each transaction.

XYZ Ltd. A Sole Proprietorship “ On November 1, 2002, A started a sole proprietorship called XYZ Ltd. The following double-entry transactions show how amounts received (debits) always equal amounts given (credits).”

Amit deposits Rs25,000 in a bank account for XYZ Ltd.. Business Transactions Journal give Credit XYZ Ltd (investee) Amit (investor) give Credit Entry A. Date Description Debit Credit 11/1 receive Debit

Amit deposits Rs25,000 in a bank account for XYZ Ltd.. Business Transactions l Journal give Credit XYZ Ltd.(investee) Cash Amit (investor) give Credit Entry A. Date Description Debit Credit 11/1 Cash 25,000 receive Debit

Amit deposits Rs 25,000 in a bank account for XYZ Ltd.. Business Transactions Journal Date Description Debit Credit 11/1 Cash 25,000 Amit, Capital 25,000 give Credit XYZ Ltd.(investee) Cash A promise to the owner Amit (investor) give Credit Entry A. receive Debit

XYZ Ltd. buys land for Rs20,000. Business Transactions give Credit XYZ Ltd(buyer) Land Owner (seller) give Credit Entry B. Journal Date Description Debit Credit 11/5 receive Debit

XYZ Ltd. buys land for Rs20,000. Business Transactions give Credit XYZ Ltd(buyer) Land Land Owner (seller) give Credit Entry B. General Journal Date Description Debit Credit 11/5 Land 20,000 receive Debit

XYZ Ltd. buys land for Rs 20,000. Business Transactions give Credit XYZ Ltd(buyer) Land Cash Land Owner (seller) give Credit Entry B. Journal Date Description Debit Credit 11/5 Land 20,000 Cash 20,000 receive Debit

XYZ Ltd. buys supplies for Rs1,350, agreeing to pay in the near future. Business Transactions give Credit XYZ Ltd (buyer) Supplier (seller) give Credit Entry C. Journal Date Description Debit Credit 11/10 receive Debit

XYZ Ltd. buys goods for Rs1,350, agreeing to pay in the near future. Business Transactions give Credit XYZ Ltd. (buyer) Supplies Supplier (seller) give Credit Entry C. General Journal Date Description Debit Credit 11/10 Purchases 1,350 receive Debit

XYZ Ltd. buys goods for Rs1,350, agreeing to pay in the near future. Business Transactions give Credit XYZ Ltd. (buyer) Supplies Supplier (seller) give Credit Entry C. A promise to pay later Journal Date Description Debit Credit 11/10 purchases 1,350 Accounts Payable 1,350 receive Debit

XYZ Ltd. earns fees of Rs7,500, receiving cash. Business Transactions give Credit XYZ Ltd. (seller) Customer (buyer) give Credit Entry D. Journal Date Description Debit Credit 11/18 receive Debit

XYZ Ltd. earns fees of Rs7,500, receiving cash. Business Transactions give Credit XYZ Ltd. (seller) Cash Customer (buyer) give Credit Entry D. Journal Date Description Debit Credit 11/18 Cash 7,500 receive Debit

XYZ Ltd. earns fees of Rs7,500, receiving cash. Business Transactions give Credit XYZ Ltd. (seller) Cash Customer (buyer) give Credit Entry D. Services Journal Date Description Debit Credit 11/18 Cash 7,500 Fees Earned 7,500 receive Debit

Date Description Debit Credit XYZ Ltd. paid: wages, Rs 2,125; rent, Rs 800; commissions, Rs450; and misc, Rs275. Business Transactions Journal give Credit XYZ Ltd. (buyer) Various suppliers give Credit Entry E. receive Debit

Date Description Debit Credit 11/18 Wages Expense 2,125 Rent Expense 800 Commission 450 Misc. Expense 275 XYZ Ltd. paid: wages, Rs 2,125; rent, Rs 800; commissions, Rs450; and miscellaneous, Rs275. Business Transactions Journal give Credit XYZ Ltd. (buyer) Services, benefits Various suppliers give Credit Entry E. receive Debit

Date Description Debit Credit 11/18 Wages Expense 2,125 Rent Expense 800 Commission 450 Misc. Expense 275 Cash 3,650 XYZ Ltd. paid: wages, Rs 2,125; rent, Rs 800; commissions, Rs 450; and misc Rs 275. Business Transactions Journal give Credit XYZ Ltd. (buyer) Services, benefits Various suppliers give Credit Entry E. Cash receive Debit

XYZ Ltd. pays Rs950 to creditors on account. Business Transactions give Credit XYZ Ltd. (payor) Supplier (payee) give Credit Entry F. Journal Date Description Debit Credit 11/30 receive Debit

XYZ Ltd. pays Rs950 to creditors on account. Business Transactions give Credit XYZ Ltd. (payor) Reduction in obligation Supplier (payee) give Credit Entry F. Journal Date Description Debit Credit 11/30 Accounts Payable 950 receive Debit

XYZ Ltd. pays Rs950 to creditors on account. Business Transactions give Credit XYZ Ltd. (payor) Reduction in obligation Supplier (payee) give Credit Entry F. Cash Journal Date Description Debit Credit 11/30 Accounts Payable 950 Cash 950 receive Debit

Amit withdraws Rs 2,000 in cash. Business Transactions give Credit XYZ Ltd. (payor) Amit (payee) give Credit Entry H. Journal Date Description Debit Credit 11/30 receive Debit

Amit withdraws Rs 2,000 in cash. Business Transactions give Credit XYZ Ltd. (payor) Reduction in obligation Amit (payee) give Credit Entry H. Journal Date Description Debit Credit 11/30 Amit, Drawing 2,000 receive Debit

Amit withdraws Rs 2,000 in cash. Business Transactions give Credit XYZ Ltd. (payor) Reduction in obligation Amit (payee) give Credit Entry H. Cash Journal Date Description Debit Credit 11/30 Amit, Drawing 2,000 Cash 2,000 receive Debit

1. Analyze the transaction 2. Journalize the transaction 3. Post the transaction to accounts in ledger 4. Prepare the trial balance 5. Prepare financial statements The Accounting Cycle: Steps

The Recording Process The sequence of steps in recording transactions: Transactions Documentation Journal Financial Statements Trial Balance Ledger

The Recording Process The process starts with source documents, which are the supporting original records of any transaction. Examples are sales slips or invoices, check stubs, purchase orders, receiving reports, and cash receipt slips.

The Recording Process In the second step, an analysis of the transaction is placed in the book of original entry, which is a chronological record of how the transactions affect the balances of applicable accounts. The most common example is the general journal - a diary of all events (transactions) in an entity’s life.

The Recording Process In the third step, transactions are entered into the ledger. Remember that a transaction is not entered in just one place; it must be entered in each account that it affects. Depending on the nature of the organization, analysis of the transactions could occur continuously or periodically.

The Recording Process The fourth step includes the preparation of the trial balance, which is a simple listing of all accounts from the ledger with their balances. Aids in verifying accuracy and in preparing the financial statements Prepared periodically as necessary

The Recording Process In the final step, the financial statements are prepared. Financial statements may be prepared after each quarter of the year. the companies may prepare financial statements at various other intervals to meet the needs of their users. December 2002

1. Transactions are analyzed and recorded in journal. Documents Journal Journal, Ledger, Trial Balance

1. Transactions are analyzed and recorded in journal. Documents Journal 2. Transactions are posted from journal to ledger. Journal Ledger Journal, Ledger, Trial Balance

1. Transactions are analyzed and recorded in journal. Documents Journal 2. Transactions are posted from journal to ledger. Journal Ledger 3. Trial balance is prepared. Journal, Ledger, Trial Balance Trial Balance

Manual Accounting Cycle 1. Transactions are analyzed and recorded in journal. Documents Journal

Manual Accounting Cycle 1. Transactions are analyzed and recorded in journal. Documents Journal 2. Transactions are posted from journal to ledger. Journal Ledger

Manual Accounting Cycle 1. Transactions are analyzed and recorded in journal. Documents Journal 2. Transactions are posted from journal to ledger. Journal Ledger 3. Trial balance is prepared, Trial balance

Manual Accounting Cycle 1. Transactions are analyzed and recorded in journal. Documents Journal 2. Transactions are posted from journal to ledger. Journal Ledger 3. Trial balance is prepared, 4. Financial statements are prepared and distributed. Financial Statements IS SOE BS

Computerized Accounting Cycle 1. Transactions are analyzed and entered in the computer. Documents Computer

Computerized Accounting Cycle 1. Transactions are analyzed and entered in the computer. Documents Computer 2. Preliminary reports are analyzed, adjustments are prepared and entered in the computer. Computer Reports Computer

Computerized Accounting Cycle 1. Transactions are analyzed and entered in the computer. Documents Computer 2. Preliminary reports are analyzed, adjustments are prepared and entered in the computer. Computer Reports 3. Financial statements are printed and distributed. Computer

Computerized Accounting Cycle 1. Transactions are analyzed and entered in the computer. Documents Computer 2. Preliminary reports are analyzed, adjustments are prepared and entered in the computer. Computer Reports 3. Financial statements are printed and distributed. Computer 4. Reports are analyzed and interpreted for decision- making purposes. Financial Statements IS SOE BS SCF ?

Journal What is a journal? It is a list in chronological order of all the transactions for a business. Identify transaction from source documents. Specify accounts affected. Apply debit/credit rules. Record transaction with description.

Journal entry Journal entry - an analysis of the effects of a transaction on the accounts, usually accompanied by an explanation of the transaction This analysis identifies the accounts to be debited and credited.

Journal entry What does a journal entry include? date of the transaction title of the account debited title of the account credited amount of the debit and credit description of the transaction (narration)

Record transactions in the journal.

Journalizing Journalizing – It is the process of entering transactions into the journal

JOURNALIZING TRANSACTIONS THE JOURNAL IS A CHRONOLOGICAL LISTING OF TRANSACTIONS. ENTER DATE IN FIRST COLUMN IDENTIFY APPROPRIATE ACCOUNTS ENTER THE TITLE OF THE ACCOUNT DEBITED ENTER THE TITLE OF THE ACCOUNT TO BE CREDITED INSERT APPROPRIATE AMOUNTS IN DEBIT AND CREDIT COLUMN INSERT A BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF TRANSACTION

Recording Transactions On April 2, Garge invested Rs 30,000 in Gay GillenTravel. What is the journal entry? Date Particulars Debit Credit April Rs 2 Cash Account Dr 30,000 To Garge Capital 30,000 (Received initial investment from owner)

Types of journal entries: Types of journal entries: Simple entry - an entry for a transaction that affects only two accounts Compound entry - an entry for a transaction that affects more than two accounts Remember: whether the entry is simple or compound, the debits (left side) and credits (right side) must always equal.

Ledger What is a ledger? It is a digest of all accounts utilized by an entity during an accounting period. Bound books Computer printout Cards Loose leaf pages

Ledger Accounts Ledger - a group of related accounts kept current in a systematic manner Think of a ledger as a book with one page for each account. Ledger

Accts. Payable Ledger Accts. Receivable Supplies Ledger Cash

Accts. Payable Ledger A B C D Customer Accounts Supplies Ledger Cash Accts. Receivable

Ledger Supplies Accts. Payable Ledger A B C D Customer Accounts A B C D Creditor Accounts Cash Accts. Receivable

Ledger Accounts A simplified version of a ledger account is called the T-account. They allow us to capture the essence of the accounting process without having to worry about too many details. The account is divided into two sides for recording increases and decreases in the accounts. Account Title Left Side Right Side

Debits and Credits Debit (dr.) - an entry or balance on the left side of an account Credit (cr.) - an entry or balance on the right side of an account Remember: Debit is always the left side! Credit is always the right side!

Post from the journal to the ledger.

Posting What is posting? It is the transfer of information from the journal to the appropriate accounts in the ledger.

POSTING TO THE LEDGER POSTING REFERS TO TRANSFERRING THE INFORMATION IN A JOURNAL ENTRY TO THE APPROPRIATE LEDGER ACCOUNT ENTER DATE ENTER AMOUNT IN PROPER DEBIT OR CREDIT COLUMN ENTER JOURNAL SOURCE INFO

Debit Credit Proforma for Account Amt. L.f Particulars Date Amt. L.f Particulars Date

The Account Account Title Debit Credit LEFT SIDE

The Account Account Title Debit Credit RIGHT SIDE

Ledger Accounts Balance - difference between total left-side amounts and total right-side amounts at any particular time Assets have left-side balances. Increased by entries to the left side Decreased by entries to the right side Liabilities and Owners’ Equity have right-side balances. Decreased by entries to the left side Increased by entries to the right side

Details of Journals and Ledgers Date Particulars Debit Credit April 2 Cash 30,000 Garge Capital 30,000 (Received initial investment from owner) Journal Page 1

Date Ref. Particulars Amount Date Ref Particulars Amount April 2 1 To G. Cap 30,000 Debit Cash Account Credit Insert the number of the journal page. Posting

L.F . Date Description Debit Credit 12/1 Prepaid Insurance 2,400 Cash 2,400 Journal Page 1 Recording and Posting an Entry 1. Analyze and record the transaction as shown. 2. Post the debit side of the transaction. 3. Post the credit side of the transaction.

L.f Date Description Debit Credit 12/1 Prepaid Insurance 15 2,400 Cash 2,400 Journal Ledger Prepaid Insurance Account Dr. Cr. Page 1 Recording and Posting an Entry 2400 1 To Cash 12/1 Amt. Fol. Particulars Date Amt. Fol. Particulars Date

Recording and Posting an Entry Date Description L.f. Debit Credit 12/1 Prepaid Insurance 15 2,400 Cash 11 2,400 Journal Ledger Page No.15 Prepaid insurance Account Dr. Cr. Page 1 1 3 2 4 2400 1 To Cash 12/1 Amt. Fol. Particulars Date Amt. Fol. Particulars Date

TRIAL BALANCE What is a Trial balance? It is an internal document. It is a listing of all the accounts with their related balances. It provide a check on accuracy by showing whether total debits equal total credits.

TRIAL BALANCE A listing of all accounts with balances at the end of the accounting period after all transactions have journalized and posted Purpose to determine that debits = credits to identify accounts to be adjusted

TRIAL BALANCE A listing of all accounts with balances at the end of the accounting period after all transactions have journalized and posted To determine that debits = credits

Preparing the Trial Balance The purposes of the trial balance: To help check on accuracy of posting by proving whether the total debits equal the total credits To establish a convenient summary of balances in all accounts for the preparation of formal financial statements

Preparing the Trial Balance The trial balance is usually prepared with the balance sheet accounts first, followed by the income statement accounts. An example of a trial balance: Account (Rs) Number Account Title Debit Credit 100 Cash 3,50,000 3,50,000 130 Merchandise inventory 150,000 150,000 202 Note payable 100,000 100,000 300 Paid-in capital 400,000 400,000 500,000 500,000 ================== ===================

Locating Trial Balance Errors Note that a trial balance may balance even when errors were made in recording or posting. A transaction may be recorded as different amounts in two different accounts. A transaction may be recorded in a wrong account. In both situations, the total debits will still equal total credits on the trial balance. Dr. = Cr.

Correcting Errors Three Types of Errors Journal Entry Ledger Posting 1. incorrect not posted

Correcting Errors Three Types of Errors Journal Entry Ledger Posting 1. incorrect not posted 2. correct incorrectly posted

Correcting Errors Three Types of Errors Journal Entry Ledger Posting 1. incorrect not posted 2. correct incorrectly posted incorrect

Locating Trial Balance Errors What if it doesn’t balance ? Is the addition correct? Are all accounts listed? Are the balances listed correctly? DEBITS CREDITS

Locating Trial Balance Errors Divide the difference by two. Is there a debit/credit balance for this amount posted in the wrong column? Check journal postings. Review accounts for reasonableness. Computerized accounting programs usually prohibit out-of-balance entries.

Subsidiary Books Cash Accounts Payable Purchase Book Ledger All subsidiary books combined make up the ledger. Cash transactions liability accounts Credit purchases

SELLING BUYING Special Journals

Rendering of services on account SELLING Sales Book BUYING Special Journals recorded in

Rendering of services on account SELLING Sales Book Cash Book Receipt of cash from any source BUYING Special Journals recorded in recorded in

Rendering of services on account SELLING Sales Book Cash Book Purchases Book Receipt of cash from any source Purchase of items on account BUYING Special Journals recorded in recorded in recorded in

Special Journals Rendering of services or selling of product on account SELLING Sales Book Cash Book Purchases Book Cash Book Receipt of cash from any source Purchase of items on account Payment of cash for any purpose BUYING recorded in recorded in recorded in recorded in

3/2 615 MyMusicClub.com 2,200 3/6 616 RapZone.com 1,750 3/18 617 Web Cantina 2,650 3/27 618 MyMusicClub.com 3,000 Totals 9,600 Sales Journal Invoice Date No. Particulars Details Amount Page 35 The Sales Journal All sales on credit are recorded in this journal. Each sales invoice is listed in numerical order. This journal is often referred to as an invoice register.

3/3 Howard Supplies 600 3/7 Donnelly Supplies 420 3/19 Donnelly Supplies 1,450 3/27 Howard Supplies 960 Totals 3,430 Purchases Journal Page 11 The Purchases Journal All purchases on account are recorded in this journal. Date Particulars Details Amount

Cash journals Single column Cash Book = Simple cash Book Double column Cash Book = Cash Book with bank column Triple column Cash Book =Cash Book with Bank & Discount Column Petty Cash Book = Record small cash payouts

The Financial Statements The financial statements are a picture of the company in financial terms. Each financial statement relates to a specific date or covers a particular period.

Information Reported on the Financial Statements 1. How well did the company perform (or operate) during the period? Revenues – Direct Expenses Gross income (Gross loss) Trading Account Question Answer Financial Statement 1. How well did the company perform (or operate) during the period? Gross Profit – Indirect Expenses Net income (Net loss) Profit and Loss Account

Information Reported on the Financial Statements 3. What is the company’s financial position at the end of the period? Assets = Liabilities + Owners’ equity Balance sheet Question Answer Financial Statement 4. How much cash did the company generate and spend during the period? Operating cash flows ± Investing cash flows ± Financing cash flows Increase or decrease in cash Statement of cash flows

Income Statement The income statement, reports the company’s revenues, expenses, and net income or net loss for the period.

Introduction to the Income Statement The income statement is a financial tool that provides information about a company’s past performance .

The Income Statement Revenues – Expenses = Net income (or Net loss)

Income Statement Format Sales revenues – Cost of goods sold Gross profit Operating income Selling and administrative expenses – = Add: Other revenues and gains Less: Other expenses and losses

Income Statement Revenue - the proceeds that come from sales to customers Cost of Goods Sold - an expense that reflects the cost of the product or good that generates revenue. . Gross Margin - also called gross profit, this is revenue minus COGS Operating Expenses - any expense that doesn't fit under COGS such as administration and marketing expenses. Net Income before Interest and Tax - net income before taking interest and income tax expenses into account. Interest Expense - the payments made on the company's outstanding debt. Income Tax Expense - the amount payable to government. Net Income - the final profit after deducting all expenses from revenue.

The Income Statement can be divided into: Trading Account Profit and Loss Account

The Accounting Terms Revenues are inflows or other enhancements of assets to an entity. Revenues They result from delivering or producing goods, rendering services, or other activities that constitute the entity’s major or central operations.

The Accounting Terms Expenses are outflows or other using up of assets. Expenses They result from delivering or producing goods, rendering services, or other activities that constitute the entity’s major or central operations.

The Accounting Terms Gross profit (gross margin) - excess of sales revenue over the cost of inventory that was sold Operating expenses - a group of recurring expenses that pertain to a firm’s routine operations Operating income (operating profit) - gross profit less all operating expenses Other revenues and expenses - items not directly related to the main operations of a firm

The Accounting Terms Net income - the remainder after all expenses (including income taxes) have been deducted from revenue Often seen as the “bottom line” Net loss - the excess of expenses over revenues

The Income Statement DANIELS COMPANY Income Statement for the Year Ended June 30, 2002 Sales Rs98,600 Expenses: Wages expense Rs45,800 Rent expense 12,000 Carriage 6,500 Depreciation expense 5,000 Total expenses 69,300 Net Income Rs29,300 ==============

Proforma for the Trading Account for the year ending on 31.12.2005

Sales Less: Returns Closing stock Goods Lost by fire (Gross Loss c/d) Opening stock Purchases Less:- Returns :-Drawings Direct Expenses:- Carriage inward Wages Fuel & Power Manf. Expenses Coal, water & gas Foreman/Works Manager’s salary Royalty on manf. Goods Gross profit c/d(bal) Amount Particulars Amount Particulars

Proforma for the Profit and Loss Account for the year ending on 31.12.2005

Profit and Loss Account for the period ending on -----Debit Credit Gross Profit b/d Interest Received Discount Received Comm. Received Net Loss c/d Gross loss b/d Selling & Dist Exp :- Advertisement Traveller’s Salary, exp. & commission Bad Debts Administration Expenses Rent, Rates & Taxes Office salaries Printing & Stationary Net Profit c/d (bal) Amount Particulars Amount Particulars

Introduction to the Balance Sheet The balance sheet is the financial tool that focuses on the present condition of a business.

The Balance Sheet The Balance sheet shows the financial position of a company at a particular point in time. The balance sheet is also referred to as the statement of financial position or the statement of financial condition. The left side lists assets – the right side lists liabilities and owners’ equity

The Accounting Elements Probable future economic benefits obtained or controlled by a particular entity as a result of past transactions events. Assets

The Accounting Elements Probable future sacrifices of economic benefits arising from present obligations of a particular entity to transfer assets or provide services to other entities in the future as a result of past transactions or events. Liabilities

The Accounting Elements The residual interest in the assets of an entity that remains after deducting its liabilities. Equity Investment by owners Earned equity

Formats of Balance Sheets Balance sheet formats: Report format - a classified balance sheet with assets at the top and liabilities and equity below Account format - a classified balance sheet with assets at the left and liabilities and equity at the right Regardless of format, balance sheets always contain the same basic information.

Balance Sheet Transactions The balance sheet is affected by every transaction that an entity encounters. Each transaction has counterbalancing entries that keep total assets equal to total liabilities and owners’ equity.

BALANCE SHEET RESOURCES AVAILABLE FOR USE BY THE FIRM (ENTITY) ASSETS - PROBABLE FUTURE ECONOMIC BENEFITS HOW RESOURCES ARE FINANCED LIABILITIES - DEBT OWED TO OTHERS OWNERS’ EQUITY - INVESTMENT BY OWNERS DIRECT INDIRECT

The Balance Sheet STEVENS COMPANY Balance Sheet as on June 30, 2005 Liabilities Assets Owner’s Equity Hamilton, capital Reserves Secured Loans Unsecured Loans Current liabilities: Wages payable Tax payable Bills Payable Bank balance Cash balance Fixed Assets: Land Plant Equipment Total Fixed Asset Current assets: Bills Receivable

PROFORMA BALANCE SHEET LIABILITIES ASSETS SHARE CAPITAL Authorised Issued Subscribed Less:- Calls unpaid Add:- Forfeited shares RESERVES AND SURPLUS SECURED LOANS UNSECURED LOANS: CURRENT LIABILITIES AND PROVISIONS: A. CURRENT LIABILITIES: a) Acceptances. b) Sundry Creditors c) Subsidiary companies. d) Advance Payments e) Unclaimed dividends f) Other liabilities (if any) g) Interest accrued but not due on loans. B. PROVISIONS a) Provision for taxation. b) Proposed dividends. c) For contingencies. FIXED ASSETS a) Land , b) Buildings, c) Goodwill, d) Plant and Machinery e) Furniture and fittings f) Patents, trade marks and designs. INVESTMENTS: a) Investments in Government or Trust Securities, in shares, debentures or bonds, b) Immovable Properties. CURRENT ASSETS, LOANS AND ADVANCES: (A) Current Assets: a) Interest accrued on Investments. b) Stores and Spare Parts,c) Loose Tools d) Stock in trade, e) Works in progress. f) Sundry Debtors, g) Cash balance on hand h) Bank balances (B) LOANS AND ADVANCES: a) Advances and loans to subsidiaries. b) Bills of Exchange. c) Advances recoverable in cash or in kind MISCELLANEOUS EXPENDITURE: a) Preliminary expenses. b) Expenses including commission or brokerage on underwriting or subscription of shares or debentures. c) Discount allowed on the issue of shares or debentures.

The Balance Sheet Elements of the balance sheet: Assets - resources of the firm that are expected to increase or cause future cash flows (everything the firm owns) Liabilities - obligations of the firm to outsiders or claims against its assets by outsiders (debts of the firm) Owners’ Equity - the residual interest in, or remaining claims against, the firm’s assets after deducting liabilities (rights of the owners)

Classifying Assets and Liabilities Current assets Long-term assets Current liabilities Long-term liabilities

XYZ Ltd. Trial Balance November 30, 2002 Cash 5,900 Purchases 550 Land 20,000 Accounts Payable 400 Amit, Capital 25,000 Amit, Drawing 2,000 Fees Earned 7,500 Wages Expense 2,125 Rent Expense 800 Commission 450 Supplies Expense 800 Miscellaneous Expense 275 32,900 32,900

XYZ Ltd. Trial Balance November 30, 2002 Cash 5,900 Purchases 550 Land 20,000 Accounts Payable 400 Amit, Capital 25,000 Amit, Drawing 2,000 Fees Earned 7,500 Wages Expense 2,125 Rent Expense 800 Commission 450 Supplies Expense 800 Miscellaneous Expense 275 32,900 32,900 Balance Sheet

Income Statement XYZ Ltd. Trial Balance November 30, 2002 Cash 5,900 Purchases 550 Land 20,000 Accounts Payable 400 Amit, Capital 25,000 Amit, Drawing 2,000 Fees Earned 7,500 Wages Expense 2,125 Rent Expense 800 Commission 450 Supplies Expense 800 Miscellaneous Expense 275 32,900 32,900

XYZ Ltd. Balance Sheet Income Statement 1. Assets 11 Cash 12 Accounts Receivable 14 purchases 15 Prepaid Insurance 17 Land 18 Office Equipment 2. Liabilities 21 Accounts Payable 23 Unearned Rent 3. Owner’s Equity 31 Amit, Capital 32 Amit, Drawing 4. Revenue Sales 5. Expenses 51 Wages Expense 52 Rent Expense 54 Commission 55 Supplies Expense 59 Miscellaneous Expense

Summary Original evidence records Accounting records Financial Statements Source documents Journals Ledger Trial Balance Statement of cash flows Balance Sheet Profit and Loss Statement Closing Entries

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