by pay@crispino.us | Mar 10, 2026 | Assets, Chart of Accounts, Terminologies
Cash discounts taken for early payment of supplier invoices. Reduces the overall cost of purchases. An incentive to manage cash efficiently. by pay@crispino.us | Mar 8, 2026 | Assets, Chart of Accounts, Terminologies
Office desks, chairs, cabinets, and fixtures used in daily operations. Like equipment, they are depreciated. They support operational efficiency. by pay@crispino.us | Mar 7, 2026 | Assets, Chart of Accounts, Terminologies
A contra-asset account that records the total depreciation expense charged against fixed assets. It reduces the book value of assets over time. This reflects wear, tear, or obsolescence. by pay@crispino.us | Mar 5, 2026 | Assets, Chart of Accounts, Terminologies
Company-owned cars, trucks, or vans used for deliveries or travel. These assets are depreciated over their useful life. They are tracked separately for tax and operational purposes. by pay@crispino.us | Mar 4, 2026 | Chart of Accounts, Expenses, Terminologies
Represents taxes on net income owed to the government. Calculated based on taxable income, not accounting profit. A standard line item on income statements. by pay@crispino.us | Feb 26, 2026 | Assets, Chart of Accounts, Terminologies
Cash or personal resources transferred by the owner to fund business operations. Recorded as a business asset but increases Owner’s Capital simultaneously. Important to separate from personal accounts for legal and tax purposes. by pay@crispino.us | Feb 26, 2026 | Measurement & Valuation, Terminologies
Occurs when an asset’s market value drops below its book value. Impairment losses are recognized to reflect reduced economic benefit. Common for goodwill or investments. by pay@crispino.us | Feb 25, 2026 | Cost & Managerial Accounting, Terminologies
Indirect costs that cannot be directly traced to products or services, such as utilities or administrative salaries. Overhead is allocated to ensure accurate costing. Helps in determining product profitability. by pay@crispino.us | Feb 24, 2026 | Cost & Managerial Accounting, Terminologies
Expenses that change in direct proportion to sales or production, such as raw materials or commissions. Key for understanding contribution margins. Helps in pricing decisions. by pay@crispino.us | Feb 23, 2026 | Chart of Accounts, Equity, Terminologies
Withdrawals made by the owner for personal use. It reduces the owner’s equity. Common in sole proprietorships or partnerships.