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Adjusting Entries
Accrual/Deferral
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Accrual | Action first, cash payment later. Goes into receivable accounts, not revenue until paid. |
| Deferral | Cash first, action later. Unearned revenues, prepaid expenses. Does not go into revenue until it is earned. |
| Other Adjustment Examples | Inventory CGS, Operating Expense for Tools, PPE Depreciation |
| Uncollectible Accounts Method | ($ Allowances for Bad Debt) ($Bad Debt Expense) May come as a percentage or number. |
| Contra Assets (2 Examples) | Accumulated Depreciation, Allowance for Doubtful Accounts |