basic accounting theory Flashcards
what is objectivity concept
accounting info recorded must be supported by reliable and verifiable evidence so that financial statements will be free from opinions and biases.
what is accrual basis of accounting concept
business activities occured regardless of whether cash has been paid or not should be recorded in relevant accounting period.
what is consistency concept
once accounting method is chosen method should be applied to all future accounting periods to enable meaningful comparison.
what is prudence concept
accounting treatment chosen should be one that leasts overstates assets and profits and least understates liabilities and losses.
what is revenue recognition concept
revenue that is earned when goods have been delivered or service has been provided.
examples of invoice
credit purchases or sale
example ofdebit note
undercgaregege
example of receipt
cash sales recieve money
remittance advice
payment to suppliers or cash purchases
purpose of trial balance
to facilitate preparation of financial statements
limitation of trial balance
balanced trial balance does not mean errors are not present in the books because it does not lrove all transactions are recorded and there is no error in the accounting process.