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The Accountant's Dictionary

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The Eprecus ERP dictionary is built for finance teams, HR managers, payroll administrators, operations leads, and business owners who need clear definitions they can apply inside real workflows. Use this glossary to understand payroll terminology, accounting definitions, HR metrics, and enterprise software concepts without vague textbook language.

Each entry is written to support practical ERP work, including reporting, approvals, payroll review, compliance conversations, reconciliation, workforce planning, and process design. If you need deeper examples, continue into the Eprecus ERP blog or review the platform overview.

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A

abnormal spoilage

abnormal spoilage is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

Accrual

An accrual records income earned or expenses incurred before cash is received or paid.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accrual accounting, month end close, financial reporting

account

account is an accounting term related to the classification, recording, or reporting of financial transactions within an account structure.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

accounting cycle

accounting cycle is an accounting term related to the classification, recording, or reporting of financial transactions within an account structure.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

accounting department

accounting department is an accounting term related to the classification, recording, or reporting of financial transactions within an account structure.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

accounting equation

accounting equation is an accounting term related to the classification, recording, or reporting of financial transactions within an account structure.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

accounting net income flows

accounting net income flows is an accounting term related to the classification, recording, or reporting of financial transactions within an account structure.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

accounting principles

accounting principles is an accounting term related to the classification, recording, or reporting of financial transactions within an account structure.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

Accounting Principles Board (APB)

Accounting Principles Board (APB) is an accounting term related to the classification, recording, or reporting of financial transactions within an account structure.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

accounting rate of return

accounting rate of return is an accounting term related to the classification, recording, or reporting of financial transactions within an account structure.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

Accounting Research Bulletin (ARB)

Accounting Research Bulletin (ARB) is an accounting term related to the classification, recording, or reporting of financial transactions within an account structure.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

accounts receivable - net

Accounts receivable net is the collectible value of receivables after deducting the allowance for doubtful or uncollectible accounts.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, accounts-receivable

accounts receivable turnover ratio

Accounts receivable turnover ratio measures how efficiently the business converts credit sales into collected cash over a reporting period.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, accounts-receivable

accounts written off

accounts written off is an accounting term related to the classification, recording, or reporting of financial transactions within an account structure.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

accrual basis of accounting

Accrual basis accounting recognizes revenue when earned and expenses when incurred, regardless of when cash is received or paid.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, accruals

accrual method of accounting

accrual method of accounting is an accounting term related to the classification, recording, or reporting of financial transactions within an account structure.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

accrual-type adjusting entry

accrual-type adjusting entry is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

accruals

accruals is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

accrue

accrue is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

accrued expenses payable

Accrued expenses payable are expenses already incurred by the business but not yet invoiced or paid at the reporting date.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, accruals

accrued rent

accrued rent is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

accrued vacation

accrued vacation is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

accrued vacation pay

accrued vacation pay is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

accumulated deficit

accumulated deficit is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

accumulated depletion

accumulated depletion is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

activity-based management

activity-based management is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

actual overhead

actual overhead is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

adjunct account

adjunct account is an accounting term related to the classification, recording, or reporting of financial transactions within an account structure.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

adjusted trial balance

An adjusted trial balance is the trial balance prepared after accruals, deferrals, depreciation, and other adjusting entries have been posted for the period.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, reporting

adjusting entries

adjusting entries is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

administrative expenses

administrative expenses is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

advance from customer

advance from customer is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

advance to employee

advance to employee is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

after-tax

after-tax is a tax-related term used in accounting, reporting, payroll, compliance, or statutory calculations.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, compliance

allocate

allocate is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

allocated

allocated is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

allocation

allocation is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

allowance to reduce inventory to net realizable value

allowance to reduce inventory to net realizable value is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, inventory

amortization

Amortization is the systematic allocation of an intangible asset, discount, premium, or deferred balance over time.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, amortization

annuity

annuity is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

annuity due

annuity due is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

annuity in advance

annuity in advance is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

annuity in arrears

annuity in arrears is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

applied overhead

applied overhead is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

apportionment

apportionment is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

appraisal

appraisal is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

appraisal report

appraisal report is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

appropriated retained earnings

appropriated retained earnings is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

arm's length transaction

arm's length transaction is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

arrears

arrears is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

articles of incorporation

articles of incorporation is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

asset turnover ratio

Asset turnover ratio measures how efficiently the business uses its asset base to generate revenue.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, ratios

assign

assign is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

assignee

assignee is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

assignor

assignor is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

audited financial statements

audited financial statements is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

auditor's report

auditor's report is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

authorized number of shares of stock

authorized number of shares of stock is an equity or share-capital term used in corporate ownership, stockholder reporting, or capital structure accounting.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

average collection period

average collection period is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

B

Balance Sheet

A balance sheet is the financial statement that shows the business's assets, liabilities, and equity at a specific point in time.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, financial-statements

balance per bank

balance per bank is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, cash-flow

balance per books

balance per books is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

balance sheet account

balance sheet account is an accounting term related to the classification, recording, or reporting of financial transactions within an account structure.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

bank balance

bank balance is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, cash-flow

bank errors

bank errors is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, cash-flow

bank overdraft

bank overdraft is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, cash-flow

bank statement

bank statement is a formal financial statement or reporting document used to summarize financial position, performance, or cash movement.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, cash-flow

basic accounting equation

basic accounting equation is an accounting term related to the classification, recording, or reporting of financial transactions within an account structure.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

basis point

basis point is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

batch size

batch size is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

batch-level activities

batch-level activities is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

Big Four

Big Four is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

bill payable

bill payable is a liability account that records an amount owed by the business that remains unpaid at the reporting date.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, cash-flow

biweekly

biweekly is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

blank rec

blank rec is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

blue-collar worker

blue-collar worker is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

board of directors

board of directors is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

board-designated restriction

board-designated restriction is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

boards of accountancy

boards of accountancy is an accounting term related to the classification, recording, or reporting of financial transactions within an account structure.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

bonds payable

bonds payable is a liability account that records an amount owed by the business that remains unpaid at the reporting date.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, cash-flow

book balance

book balance is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

book of original entry

book of original entry is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

book value

Book value is the accounting value of an asset, liability, or equity interest as recorded in the financial statements.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, asset-valuation

book value of a company

book value of a company is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

book value per share of stock

book value per share of stock is an equity or share-capital term used in corporate ownership, stockholder reporting, or capital structure accounting.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

bookkeeper

bookkeeper is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

bookkeeping

bookkeeping is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

books

books is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

borrow

borrow is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

borrower

borrower is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

bottom line

bottom line is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

bounced check

bounced check is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

break-even analysis

break-even analysis is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

break-even point

break-even point is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

budgeted income statement

budgeted income statement is a formal financial statement or reporting document used to summarize financial position, performance, or cash movement.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, management-accounting

buildings

buildings is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

burden rate

burden rate is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

bx

bx is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

byproduct

byproduct is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

C

Cash Flow Statement

A cash flow statement is the financial statement that shows how cash moved through operating, investing, and financing activities during the period.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, financial-statements

Chart of Accounts

A chart of accounts is the structured list of ledger accounts the business uses to classify transactions consistently for reporting and control.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, gl-structure

call premium

call premium is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

call price

call price is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

callable preferred stock

callable preferred stock is an equity or share-capital term used in corporate ownership, stockholder reporting, or capital structure accounting.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

capital stock

capital stock is an equity or share-capital term used in corporate ownership, stockholder reporting, or capital structure accounting.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

carrying amount

carrying amount is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

carrying value

carrying value is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

cash

cash is a cash-management or cash-reporting term used to measure cash balances, cash movement, or cash handling controls.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, cash-flow

cash account

cash account is a cash-management or cash-reporting term used to measure cash balances, cash movement, or cash handling controls.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, cash-flow

cash and cash equivalents

cash and cash equivalents is a cash-management or cash-reporting term used to measure cash balances, cash movement, or cash handling controls.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, cash-flow

cash basis of accounting

cash basis of accounting is a cash-management or cash-reporting term used to measure cash balances, cash movement, or cash handling controls.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, cash-flow

cash discount

cash discount is a cash-management or cash-reporting term used to measure cash balances, cash movement, or cash handling controls.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, cash-flow

cash flow

cash flow is a cash-management or cash-reporting term used to measure cash balances, cash movement, or cash handling controls.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, cash-flow

cash flow net of tax

cash flow net of tax is a tax-related term used in accounting, reporting, payroll, compliance, or statutory calculations.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, compliance

cash from financing activities

cash from financing activities is a cash-management or cash-reporting term used to measure cash balances, cash movement, or cash handling controls.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, cash-flow

cash from operating activities

cash from operating activities is a cash-management or cash-reporting term used to measure cash balances, cash movement, or cash handling controls.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, cash-flow

cash method of accounting

cash method of accounting is a cash-management or cash-reporting term used to measure cash balances, cash movement, or cash handling controls.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, cash-flow

cash realizable value

cash realizable value is a cash-management or cash-reporting term used to measure cash balances, cash movement, or cash handling controls.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, cash-flow

cash receipt

cash receipt is a cash-management or cash-reporting term used to measure cash balances, cash movement, or cash handling controls.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, cash-flow

cash short and over

cash short and over is a cash-management or cash-reporting term used to measure cash balances, cash movement, or cash handling controls.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, cash-flow

cash surrender value (CSV)

cash surrender value (CSV) is a cash-management or cash-reporting term used to measure cash balances, cash movement, or cash handling controls.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, cash-flow

cashier's check

cashier's check is a cash-management or cash-reporting term used to measure cash balances, cash movement, or cash handling controls.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, cash-flow

certificate of deposit

certificate of deposit is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, payroll

certified management accountant

certified management accountant is an accounting term related to the classification, recording, or reporting of financial transactions within an account structure.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

certified public accountant

certified public accountant is an accounting term related to the classification, recording, or reporting of financial transactions within an account structure.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

CFO

CFO stands for chief financial officer, the executive responsible for finance, reporting, cash management, and financial strategy.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

change in accounting estimate

change in accounting estimate is an accounting term related to the classification, recording, or reporting of financial transactions within an account structure.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

check printing charges

check printing charges is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

checkbook

checkbook is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

checking account

checking account is an accounting term related to the classification, recording, or reporting of financial transactions within an account structure.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

cheque

cheque is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

chief executive officer (CEO)

chief executive officer (CEO) is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

chief financial officer (CFO)

chief financial officer (CFO) is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

chief operating officer (COO)

chief operating officer (COO) is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

Circular E

Circular E is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

classified balance sheet

classified balance sheet is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

clear

clear is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

cleared

cleared is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

clearing account

clearing account is an accounting term related to the classification, recording, or reporting of financial transactions within an account structure.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

closely-held corporation

closely-held corporation is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

closing entries

closing entries is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

CMA Exam

CMA Exam is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

coefficient of correlation

coefficient of correlation is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

coefficient of determination

coefficient of determination is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

COGS

COGS, or cost of goods sold, is the direct cost assigned to the goods or services delivered to customers during the reporting period.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, inventory

collection period

collection period is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

commitments

commitments is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

common stock

common stock is an equity or share-capital term used in corporate ownership, stockholder reporting, or capital structure accounting.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

common stock account

common stock account is an equity or share-capital term used in corporate ownership, stockholder reporting, or capital structure accounting.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

common stock dividend distributable

common stock dividend distributable is an equity or share-capital term used in corporate ownership, stockholder reporting, or capital structure accounting.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

common-size balance sheet

common-size balance sheet is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

common-size financial statement

common-size financial statement is a formal financial statement or reporting document used to summarize financial position, performance, or cash movement.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

common-size income statement

common-size income statement is a formal financial statement or reporting document used to summarize financial position, performance, or cash movement.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

comparability

comparability is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

comparative balance sheet

comparative balance sheet is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

comparative financial statements

comparative financial statements is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

comparative income statement

comparative income statement is a formal financial statement or reporting document used to summarize financial position, performance, or cash movement.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

compensated absences

compensated absences is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

compensating balances

compensating balances is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

compilation

compilation is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

compiled financial statements

compiled financial statements is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

comptroller

comptroller is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

conceptual framework

conceptual framework is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

condensed balance sheet

condensed balance sheet is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

condensed financial statements

condensed financial statements is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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condensed income statement

condensed income statement is a formal financial statement or reporting document used to summarize financial position, performance, or cash movement.

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conformity rule

conformity rule is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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conservatism

conservatism is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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consigned goods

consigned goods is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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consignee

consignee is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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consignment

consignment is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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consignor

consignor is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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consistency

consistency is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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consistent

consistent is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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consolidated financial statements

consolidated financial statements is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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constant-dollar

constant-dollar is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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constraints

constraints is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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construction work-in-progress

construction work-in-progress is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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consumer price index

consumer price index is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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contingent gain

contingent gain is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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contingent loss

contingent loss is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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continuing operations

continuing operations is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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contra account

contra account is an accounting term related to the classification, recording, or reporting of financial transactions within an account structure.

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contra expense account

contra expense account is an accounting term related to the classification, recording, or reporting of financial transactions within an account structure.

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contra inventory account

contra inventory account is an accounting term related to the classification, recording, or reporting of financial transactions within an account structure.

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contra revenues account

contra revenues account is an accounting term related to the classification, recording, or reporting of financial transactions within an account structure.

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contribution approach income statement

contribution approach income statement is a formal financial statement or reporting document used to summarize financial position, performance, or cash movement.

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contribution margin

contribution margin is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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contribution margin per unit

contribution margin per unit is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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contributions

contributions is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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control account

control account is an accounting term related to the classification, recording, or reporting of financial transactions within an account structure.

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controller

controller is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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controller's cushion

controller's cushion is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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controller's reserve

controller's reserve is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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convertible preferred stock

convertible preferred stock is an equity or share-capital term used in corporate ownership, stockholder reporting, or capital structure accounting.

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copyright

copyright is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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corporation

corporation is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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correcting entry

correcting entry is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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correlation

correlation is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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COS

COS is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

cost method of recording treasury stock

cost method of recording treasury stock is an equity or share-capital term used in corporate ownership, stockholder reporting, or capital structure accounting.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, management-accounting

cost of sales

Cost of sales is the direct cost matched to revenue and is often used interchangeably with cost of goods sold depending on industry and reporting style.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, cost-of-sales

cr.

cr. is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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credit (as in debit and credit)

credit (as in debit and credit) is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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credit (as in debt, not cash)

credit (as in debt, not cash) is a cash-management or cash-reporting term used to measure cash balances, cash movement, or cash handling controls.

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credit balance

credit balance is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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credit line

credit line is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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credit memorandum

credit memorandum is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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credit sales

credit sales is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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credit terms

credit terms is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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creditor

creditor is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

crossfoot

crossfoot is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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cumulative preferred stock

cumulative preferred stock is an equity or share-capital term used in corporate ownership, stockholder reporting, or capital structure accounting.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

current maturity of long-term debt

current maturity of long-term debt is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

current portion of long-term debt

current portion of long-term debt is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

current value

current value is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

customer deposits

customer deposits is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

cycle counting

cycle counting is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

D

Depreciation

Depreciation is the systematic allocation of a tangible fixed asset's cost over the periods that benefit from its use.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, fixed-assets

death spiral

death spiral is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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debit (as in debit and credit)

debit (as in debit and credit) is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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debit balance

debit balance is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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debit card

debit card is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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debit memorandum

debit memorandum is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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debt extinguishment

debt extinguishment is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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debt financing

debt financing is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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debt service

debt service is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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debtor

debtor is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

decentralization

decentralization is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

declaration date

declaration date is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

deferral

deferral is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

deferral-type adjusting entry

deferral-type adjusting entry is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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deferred charge

deferred charge is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

deferred debits

deferred debits is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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deferred income taxes

deferred income taxes is a tax-related term used in accounting, reporting, payroll, compliance, or statutory calculations.

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deficit

deficit is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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defined benefit pension plan

defined benefit pension plan is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

defined contribution pension plan

defined contribution pension plan is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

delivery equipment

delivery equipment is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

demand deposits

demand deposits is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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departmental overhead rate

departmental overhead rate is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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dependent variable

dependent variable is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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depletion

depletion is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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depositor

depositor is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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deposits

deposits is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

deposits in transit

deposits in transit is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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depreciated

depreciated is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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direct allocation method

direct allocation method is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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direct materials

direct materials is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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direct method

direct method is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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direct write-off method

direct write-off method is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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disclosure

disclosure is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

discontinued operations

discontinued operations is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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discount on bonds payable

discount on bonds payable is a liability account that records an amount owed by the business that remains unpaid at the reporting date.

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discount on notes payable

discount on notes payable is a liability account that records an amount owed by the business that remains unpaid at the reporting date.

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discount rate

discount rate is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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discounted cash flow model

discounted cash flow model is a cash-management or cash-reporting term used to measure cash balances, cash movement, or cash handling controls.

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discounted cash flow technique

discounted cash flow technique is a cash-management or cash-reporting term used to measure cash balances, cash movement, or cash handling controls.

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dividend

dividend is a dividend-related term used to describe the declaration, payment, priority, or reporting of distributions to owners.

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dividend declaration date

dividend declaration date is a dividend-related term used to describe the declaration, payment, priority, or reporting of distributions to owners.

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dividend payment date

dividend payment date is a dividend-related term used to describe the declaration, payment, priority, or reporting of distributions to owners.

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dividend yield

dividend yield is a dividend-related term used to describe the declaration, payment, priority, or reporting of distributions to owners.

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dividends declared

dividends declared is a dividend-related term used to describe the declaration, payment, priority, or reporting of distributions to owners.

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dividends in arrears

dividends in arrears is a dividend-related term used to describe the declaration, payment, priority, or reporting of distributions to owners.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

dividends payable

dividends payable is a liability account that records an amount owed by the business that remains unpaid at the reporting date.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, cash-flow

divisions

divisions is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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dollar-value LIFO retail method

dollar-value LIFO retail method is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, inventory

dollar-value retail method

dollar-value retail method is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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donor

donor is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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donor restriction

donor restriction is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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donor-imposed condition

donor-imposed condition is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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donor-imposed restriction

donor-imposed restriction is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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double-entry accounting

double-entry accounting is an accounting term related to the classification, recording, or reporting of financial transactions within an account structure.

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downward demand spiral

downward demand spiral is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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draw

draw is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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drawing account

drawing account is an accounting term related to the classification, recording, or reporting of financial transactions within an account structure.

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dues

dues is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

duplicate payment

duplicate payment is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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E

EBITDA

EBITDA means earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization and is a widely used measure of operating performance before financing and non-cash accounting effects.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, management-reporting

early payment discount

early payment discount is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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earned

earned is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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earnings per share (EPS)

earnings per share (EPS) is an equity or share-capital term used in corporate ownership, stockholder reporting, or capital structure accounting.

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earnings quality

earnings quality is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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economic entity assumption

economic entity assumption is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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economic life

economic life is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

economic lot size

economic lot size is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

economic order quantity (EOQ) model

economic order quantity (EOQ) model is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

eighty/twenty rule

eighty/twenty rule is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

electronic funds transfer (EFT)

electronic funds transfer (EFT) is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

employee fringe benefits

employee fringe benefits is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

employer payroll taxes

employer payroll taxes is a tax-related term used in accounting, reporting, payroll, compliance, or statutory calculations.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, payroll

Employer's Tax Guide

Employer's Tax Guide is a tax-related term used in accounting, reporting, payroll, compliance, or statutory calculations.

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endowment

endowment is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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endowment fund

endowment fund is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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entity as a whole

entity as a whole is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

equipment

equipment is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

equivalent units

equivalent units is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

equivalent units of production

equivalent units of production is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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escrow

escrow is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

estimates

estimates is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

ex-dividend

ex-dividend is a dividend-related term used to describe the declaration, payment, priority, or reporting of distributions to owners.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

exempt employee

exempt employee is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

expanded accounting equation

expanded accounting equation is an accounting term related to the classification, recording, or reporting of financial transactions within an account structure.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

expected value

expected value is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

expenditure

expenditure is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

expenses

expenses is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

expenses and losses

expenses and losses is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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expenses by function

expenses by function is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

exploding the bills of materials

exploding the bills of materials is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, inventory

extension or extend

extension or extend is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

external financial reporting

external financial reporting is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

external reporting

external reporting is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

extinguishment of debt

extinguishment of debt is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

extraordinary repair

extraordinary repair is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

F

Fixed Assets

Fixed assets are long-term tangible assets used in the business over more than one reporting period, such as equipment, vehicles, furniture, and buildings.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, fixed-assets

Fiscal Year

A fiscal year is the 12-month financial reporting period a business uses for budgeting, accounting, and statutory reporting.

The Accountant's Dictionary • reporting period, financial close, budgeting

factory burden

factory burden is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

factory overhead

factory overhead is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

fair market value

fair market value is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

FASB interpretation

FASB interpretation is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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FASB pronouncements

FASB pronouncements is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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FASB Statement 116

FASB Statement 116 is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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FASB Statement 117

FASB Statement 117 is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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FASB statements of financial accounting concepts

FASB statements of financial accounting concepts is an accounting term related to the classification, recording, or reporting of financial transactions within an account structure.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, compliance

FASB statements of financial accounting standards

FASB statements of financial accounting standards is an accounting term related to the classification, recording, or reporting of financial transactions within an account structure.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, compliance

federal income tax withholdings payable

federal income tax withholdings payable is a liability account that records an amount owed by the business that remains unpaid at the reporting date.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, compliance

federal unemployment tax

federal unemployment tax is a tax-related term used in accounting, reporting, payroll, compliance, or statutory calculations.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, compliance

fees earned

fees earned is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

FICA expense: delivery

FICA expense: delivery is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, payroll

FICA expense: selling & admin

FICA expense: selling & admin is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, payroll

FICA expense: warehouse

FICA expense: warehouse is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, payroll

FICA tax payable

FICA tax payable is a liability account that records an amount owed by the business that remains unpaid at the reporting date.

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financial accounting

financial accounting is an accounting term related to the classification, recording, or reporting of financial transactions within an account structure.

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Financial Accounting Foundation (FAF)

Financial Accounting Foundation (FAF) is an accounting term related to the classification, recording, or reporting of financial transactions within an account structure.

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Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB)

Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) is an accounting term related to the classification, recording, or reporting of financial transactions within an account structure.

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financial leverage

financial leverage is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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financial ratios

financial ratios is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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financial reporting

financial reporting is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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financial statement analysis

financial statement analysis is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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financial statements

financial statements is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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financial statements of nonprofits

financial statements of nonprofits is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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financing activities

financing activities is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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first in, first out (FIFO)

first in, first out (FIFO) is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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first in, still here (FISH)

first in, still here (FISH) is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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fixed expenses

fixed expenses is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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fixed manufacturing overhead applied

fixed manufacturing overhead applied is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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fixed manufacturing overhead incurred

fixed manufacturing overhead incurred is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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float

float is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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flow-through contributions

flow-through contributions is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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FOB destination

FOB destination is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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FOB shipping point

FOB shipping point is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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foot

foot is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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footnotes

footnotes is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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for-profit organization

for-profit organization is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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Form 10-K

Form 10-K is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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Form 990

Form 990 is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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free cash flow

free cash flow is a cash-management or cash-reporting term used to measure cash balances, cash movement, or cash handling controls.

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free cash flow per share

free cash flow per share is an equity or share-capital term used in corporate ownership, stockholder reporting, or capital structure accounting.

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free on board (FOB)

free on board (FOB) is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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freight-in

freight-in is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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freight-out

freight-out is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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fringe benefit rate

fringe benefit rate is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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fringe benefits

fringe benefits is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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full disclosure principle

full disclosure principle is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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fully depreciated

fully depreciated is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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functional and natural matrix

functional and natural matrix is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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functional basis

functional basis is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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functional expense classification

functional expense classification is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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fundraising expenses

fundraising expenses is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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funds flow statement

funds flow statement is a formal financial statement or reporting document used to summarize financial position, performance, or cash movement.

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furniture and fixtures

furniture and fixtures is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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future value of 1 table

future value of 1 table is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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future value of an annuity due

future value of an annuity due is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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future value of an ordinary annuity

future value of an ordinary annuity is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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G

General Ledger

The general ledger is the central accounting record that stores summarized financial activity by account across the entire business.

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Gross Margin

Gross margin is the percentage of revenue remaining after deducting cost of goods sold or direct cost of sales.

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GAAP

GAAP stands for generally accepted accounting principles, the formal accounting framework used primarily in the United States for financial reporting and disclosure.

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gain contingency

gain contingency is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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gain on sale of automobile

gain on sale of automobile is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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gain on sale of equipment

gain on sale of equipment is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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gain on sale of investments

gain on sale of investments is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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gain on sale of land

gain on sale of land is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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gain on sale of truck

gain on sale of truck is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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gains

gains is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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garnishment

garnishment is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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garnishment payable

garnishment payable is a liability account that records an amount owed by the business that remains unpaid at the reporting date.

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going concern assumption

going concern assumption is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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good output

good output is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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goods in transit

goods in transit is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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goodwill

goodwill is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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gross

gross is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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gross profit

Gross profit is revenue minus cost of goods sold or direct cost of sales, before operating expenses are deducted.

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gross profit percentage

gross profit percentage is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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gross salaries

gross salaries is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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gross sales

gross sales is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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gross wages

gross wages is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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H

held-to-maturity securities

held-to-maturity securities is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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high-low method

high-low method is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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holding gain

holding gain is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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holding loss

holding loss is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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holiday, vacation, sick days expense: delivery

holiday, vacation, sick days expense: delivery is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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holiday, vacation, sick days expense: warehouse

holiday, vacation, sick days expense: warehouse is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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holiday, vacation, sick days payable

holiday, vacation, sick days payable is a liability account that records an amount owed by the business that remains unpaid at the reporting date.

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horizontal analysis

horizontal analysis is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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hurdle rate

hurdle rate is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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I

IFRS

IFRS stands for International Financial Reporting Standards, the global accounting framework used in many countries for statutory and external financial reporting.

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illusory profits

illusory profits is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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impairment

impairment is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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imprest amount

imprest amount is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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in-kind

in-kind is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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income

income is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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income from operations

income from operations is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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income statement

An income statement is the financial statement that reports revenue, expenses, and profit or loss for a reporting period.

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income statement account

income statement account is an accounting term related to the classification, recording, or reporting of financial transactions within an account structure.

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income summary account

income summary account is an accounting term related to the classification, recording, or reporting of financial transactions within an account structure.

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income tax code

income tax code is a tax-related term used in accounting, reporting, payroll, compliance, or statutory calculations.

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income taxes payable

income taxes payable is a liability account that records an amount owed by the business that remains unpaid at the reporting date.

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incremental income tax rate

incremental income tax rate is a tax-related term used in accounting, reporting, payroll, compliance, or statutory calculations.

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incurred

incurred is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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indenture

indenture is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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independent contractor

independent contractor is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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independent variable

independent variable is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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indirect labor

indirect labor is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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indirect materials

indirect materials is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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indirect method of SCF

indirect method of SCF is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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industry practices

industry practices is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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inelastic demand

inelastic demand is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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information

information is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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insolvent

insolvent is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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Institute of Management Accountants

Institute of Management Accountants is an accounting term related to the classification, recording, or reporting of financial transactions within an account structure.

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interest payable

interest payable is a liability account that records an amount owed by the business that remains unpaid at the reporting date.

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interim financial statement

interim financial statement is a formal financial statement or reporting document used to summarize financial position, performance, or cash movement.

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internal rate of return

internal rate of return is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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Internal Revenue Service (IRS)

Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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International Accounting Standards Board (IASB)

International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) is an accounting term related to the classification, recording, or reporting of financial transactions within an account structure.

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interperiod tax allocation

interperiod tax allocation is a tax-related term used in accounting, reporting, payroll, compliance, or statutory calculations.

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interpretations

interpretations is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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intraperiod tax allocations

intraperiod tax allocations is a tax-related term used in accounting, reporting, payroll, compliance, or statutory calculations.

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inventory

inventory is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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inventory conformity rule

inventory conformity rule is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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inventory extension

inventory extension is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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inventory shrinkage

inventory shrinkage is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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inventory turnover ratio

Inventory turnover ratio measures how often inventory is sold or consumed and replaced during the reporting period.

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inventory valuation

inventory valuation is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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inventory: FG

inventory: FG is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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inventory: finished goods (FG)

inventory: finished goods (FG) is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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inventory: materials

inventory: materials is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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inventory: WIP

inventory: WIP is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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inventory: work-in-process (WIP)

inventory: work-in-process (WIP) is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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investing activities

investing activities is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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investment centers

investment centers is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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investment in another company

investment in another company is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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investment securities

investment securities is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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investments

investments is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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J

J. Ott, Drawing

J. Ott, Drawing is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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job order system

job order system is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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joint product

joint product is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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just-in-time (JIT)

just-in-time (JIT) is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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K

kiting

kiting is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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L

Letter "H"

Letter "H" is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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land

land is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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land improvements

land improvements is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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landlord

landlord is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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last in, first out (LIFO)

last in, first out (LIFO) is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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lawsuit payable

lawsuit payable is a liability account that records an amount owed by the business that remains unpaid at the reporting date.

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lead time

lead time is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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learning curve

learning curve is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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leaseback

leaseback is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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leasehold improvements

leasehold improvements is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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least-squares regression method

least-squares regression method is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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lend

lend is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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lender

lender is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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lessee

lessee is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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lessor

lessor is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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letter of credit

letter of credit is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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leverage

leverage is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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lien

lien is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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LIFO conformity rule

LIFO conformity rule is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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LIFO liquidation of layer

LIFO liquidation of layer is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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LIFO reserve

LIFO reserve is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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line of credit

line of credit is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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linear programming

linear programming is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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liquidation of LIFO layer

liquidation of LIFO layer is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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liquidity

liquidity is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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liquidity ratios

liquidity ratios is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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lock-box system

lock-box system is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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long-term investments

long-term investments is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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loss

loss is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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loss contingency

loss contingency is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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loss from labor strike

loss from labor strike is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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loss from lawsuit

loss from lawsuit is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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loss from reducing inventory to NRV

loss from reducing inventory to NRV is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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loss on sale of computer

loss on sale of computer is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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loss on sale of equipment

loss on sale of equipment is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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loss on sale of land

loss on sale of land is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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loss on sale of truck

loss on sale of truck is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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losses

losses is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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lost opportunity

lost opportunity is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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M

major repairs

major repairs is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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make or buy decision

make or buy decision is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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management accounting

management accounting is an accounting term related to the classification, recording, or reporting of financial transactions within an account structure.

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management and general expenses

management and general expenses is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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management's discussion and analysis

management's discussion and analysis is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

managerial accounting

managerial accounting is an accounting term related to the classification, recording, or reporting of financial transactions within an account structure.

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manual system

manual system is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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manufacturing cell

manufacturing cell is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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manufacturing overhead

manufacturing overhead is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

margin of safety

margin of safety is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, management-accounting

markdown

markdown is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

markdown cancellation

markdown cancellation is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

market share

market share is an equity or share-capital term used in corporate ownership, stockholder reporting, or capital structure accounting.

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marketable debt securities

marketable debt securities is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, compliance

marketable securities

marketable securities is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, compliance

markup

markup is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

markup cancellation

markup cancellation is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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matching principle

matching principle is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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materiality

materiality is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

matrix format

matrix format is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

membership dues

membership dues is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

memo entry

memo entry is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

merchandise

merchandise is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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merchandise in transit

merchandise in transit is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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merchandiser

merchandiser is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

mid-month convention

mid-month convention is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

mid-year convention

mid-year convention is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

mixed expenses

mixed expenses is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

mm

MM commonly means million in financial shorthand, depending on reporting context.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

monetary unit assumption

monetary unit assumption is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

money market account

money market account is an accounting term related to the classification, recording, or reporting of financial transactions within an account structure.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

mortgage loan payable

mortgage loan payable is a liability account that records an amount owed by the business that remains unpaid at the reporting date.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, cash-flow

moving average

moving average is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

multicollinearity

multicollinearity is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

multiple regression analysis

multiple regression analysis is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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multiple-step income statement

multiple-step income statement is a formal financial statement or reporting document used to summarize financial position, performance, or cash movement.

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N

National Association of Accountants (NAA)

National Association of Accountants (NAA) is an accounting term related to the classification, recording, or reporting of financial transactions within an account structure.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

natural basis

natural basis is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

natural business year

natural business year is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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natural expense classification

natural expense classification is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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natural resources

natural resources is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

net

net is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

net book value

net book value is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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net carrying amount

net carrying amount is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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net cash flow from financing activities

net cash flow from financing activities is a cash-management or cash-reporting term used to measure cash balances, cash movement, or cash handling controls.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, cash-flow

net cash flow from investing activities

net cash flow from investing activities is a cash-management or cash-reporting term used to measure cash balances, cash movement, or cash handling controls.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, cash-flow

net cash flow from operating activities

net cash flow from operating activities is a cash-management or cash-reporting term used to measure cash balances, cash movement, or cash handling controls.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, cash-flow

net credit sales

net credit sales is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

net income

Net income is the profit remaining after all operating costs, financing costs, taxes, and other recognized expenses have been deducted from revenue.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, profitability

net income available for common stock

net income available for common stock is an equity or share-capital term used in corporate ownership, stockholder reporting, or capital structure accounting.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

net loss

net loss is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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net method of recording accounts payable

net method of recording accounts payable is a liability account that records an amount owed by the business that remains unpaid at the reporting date.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, cash-flow

net of tax

net of tax is a tax-related term used in accounting, reporting, payroll, compliance, or statutory calculations.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, compliance

net operating income (NOI)

net operating income (NOI) is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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net pay

net pay is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, payroll

net payroll payable

net payroll payable is a liability account that records an amount owed by the business that remains unpaid at the reporting date.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, payroll

net present value

net present value is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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net purchases

net purchases is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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net realizable value (NRV)

net realizable value (NRV) is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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net sales

net sales is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

net working capital

Net working capital is another name for working capital and represents current assets minus current liabilities.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, liquidity

no-par value stock

no-par value stock is an equity or share-capital term used in corporate ownership, stockholder reporting, or capital structure accounting.

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nominal account

nominal account is an accounting term related to the classification, recording, or reporting of financial transactions within an account structure.

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noncumulative preferred stock

noncumulative preferred stock is an equity or share-capital term used in corporate ownership, stockholder reporting, or capital structure accounting.

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nonexempt employee

nonexempt employee is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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nonoperating income/revenue

nonoperating income/revenue is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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nonparticipating preferred stock

nonparticipating preferred stock is an equity or share-capital term used in corporate ownership, stockholder reporting, or capital structure accounting.

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nonprofit organization

nonprofit organization is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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nontrade receivables

nontrade receivables is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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normal account balance

normal account balance is an accounting term related to the classification, recording, or reporting of financial transactions within an account structure.

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normal operating activities

normal operating activities is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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normal spoilage

normal spoilage is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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not sufficient funds (NSF) check

not sufficient funds (NSF) check is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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not-for-profit organization

not-for-profit organization is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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notes payable

notes payable is a liability account that records an amount owed by the business that remains unpaid at the reporting date.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, cash-flow

notes to financial statements

notes to financial statements is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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O

objectives of financial reporting

objectives of financial reporting is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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objectivity

objectivity is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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obsolescence

obsolescence is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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off balance sheet financing

off balance sheet financing is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

office equipment

office equipment is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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officers

officers is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

omitted dividends on preferred stock

omitted dividends on preferred stock is an equity or share-capital term used in corporate ownership, stockholder reporting, or capital structure accounting.

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on account

on account is an accounting term related to the classification, recording, or reporting of financial transactions within an account structure.

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on consignment

on consignment is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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on credit

on credit is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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operating activities

operating activities is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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operating cycle

operating cycle is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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operating expenses

operating expenses is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

operating income

Operating income is profit earned from core business operations before interest, taxes, and certain non-operating items are considered.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, operating-performance

operating loss

operating loss is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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ordinary annuity

ordinary annuity is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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ordinary repairs

ordinary repairs is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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organic growth

organic growth is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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organization as a whole

organization as a whole is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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organization chart

organization chart is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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organization-sustaining activities

organization-sustaining activities is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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other accrued expenses payable

other accrued expenses payable is a liability account that records an amount owed by the business that remains unpaid at the reporting date.

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outlier

outlier is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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output

output is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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outside supplier

outside supplier is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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outsourcing

outsourcing is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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outstanding checks

outstanding checks is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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outstanding shares of common stock

outstanding shares of common stock is an equity or share-capital term used in corporate ownership, stockholder reporting, or capital structure accounting.

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overabsorbed

overabsorbed is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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overdraws

overdraws is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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overhead application

overhead application is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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overstates

overstates is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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overtime pay

overtime pay is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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overtime premium

overtime premium is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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owner's (stockholders') equity

owner's (stockholders') equity is an equity or share-capital term used in corporate ownership, stockholder reporting, or capital structure accounting.

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owner's drawing account

owner's drawing account is an accounting term related to the classification, recording, or reporting of financial transactions within an account structure.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

P

Profit and Loss Statement

A profit and loss statement summarizes revenue, costs, and expenses to show whether the business made a profit or loss.

The Accountant's Dictionary • financial statements, income statement, profitability

paid sick days

paid sick days is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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paid vacation days

paid vacation days is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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paid-in capital from treasury stock

paid-in capital from treasury stock is an equity or share-capital term used in corporate ownership, stockholder reporting, or capital structure accounting.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

par value

par value is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

par value of common stock

par value of common stock is an equity or share-capital term used in corporate ownership, stockholder reporting, or capital structure accounting.

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par value of preferred stock

par value of preferred stock is an equity or share-capital term used in corporate ownership, stockholder reporting, or capital structure accounting.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

participating preferred stock

participating preferred stock is an equity or share-capital term used in corporate ownership, stockholder reporting, or capital structure accounting.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

partnership

partnership is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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pass-through contributions

pass-through contributions is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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payable

payable is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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payback

payback is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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payback period

payback period is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

payee

payee is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance

payroll tax liability

payroll tax liability is a tax-related term used in accounting, reporting, payroll, compliance, or statutory calculations.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, payroll

payroll taxes

payroll taxes is a tax-related term used in accounting, reporting, payroll, compliance, or statutory calculations.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, payroll

payroll taxes payable

payroll taxes payable is a liability account that records an amount owed by the business that remains unpaid at the reporting date.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, payroll

pension payable

pension payable is a liability account that records an amount owed by the business that remains unpaid at the reporting date.

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periodic average

periodic average is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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periodic FIFO

periodic FIFO is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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periodic LIFO

periodic LIFO is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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periodicity

periodicity is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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permanent accounts

permanent accounts is an accounting term related to the classification, recording, or reporting of financial transactions within an account structure.

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perpetual average

perpetual average is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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perpetual FIFO

perpetual FIFO is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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perpetual inventory method

perpetual inventory method is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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perpetual LIFO

perpetual LIFO is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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petty cash

petty cash is a cash-management or cash-reporting term used to measure cash balances, cash movement, or cash handling controls.

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petty cash receipt

petty cash receipt is a cash-management or cash-reporting term used to measure cash balances, cash movement, or cash handling controls.

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petty cash replenishment

petty cash replenishment is a cash-management or cash-reporting term used to measure cash balances, cash movement, or cash handling controls.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, cash-flow

petty cash voucher

petty cash voucher is a cash-management or cash-reporting term used to measure cash balances, cash movement, or cash handling controls.

The Accountant's Dictionary • accounting, finance, cash-flow

phantom profits

phantom profits is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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physical count

physical count is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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physical life

physical life is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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plant-wide overhead rate

plant-wide overhead rate is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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post balance sheet event

post balance sheet event is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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post-closing trial balance

A post-closing trial balance is the balance report prepared after closing entries are posted, showing the accounts that carry forward into the next period.

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postdated check

postdated check is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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posting

posting is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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postretirement benefits

postretirement benefits is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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predetermined overhead rate

predetermined overhead rate is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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preferred stock

preferred stock is an equity or share-capital term used in corporate ownership, stockholder reporting, or capital structure accounting.

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preferred stock $100 par

preferred stock $100 par is an equity or share-capital term used in corporate ownership, stockholder reporting, or capital structure accounting.

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preferred stock account

preferred stock account is an equity or share-capital term used in corporate ownership, stockholder reporting, or capital structure accounting.

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premium on bonds payable

premium on bonds payable is a liability account that records an amount owed by the business that remains unpaid at the reporting date.

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premium on common stock

premium on common stock is an equity or share-capital term used in corporate ownership, stockholder reporting, or capital structure accounting.

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premium on preferred stock

premium on preferred stock is an equity or share-capital term used in corporate ownership, stockholder reporting, or capital structure accounting.

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prepaid advertising

prepaid advertising is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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prepaid association dues

prepaid association dues is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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prepaid dues

prepaid dues is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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prepaid rent

prepaid rent is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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prepayment-type adjusting entry

prepayment-type adjusting entry is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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present value

present value is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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present value factors

present value factors is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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present value model

present value model is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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present value of 1 table

present value of 1 table is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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present value of a single amount

present value of a single amount is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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present value of an annuity

present value of an annuity is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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present value of an annuity due

present value of an annuity due is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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present value of an annuity due table

present value of an annuity due table is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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present value of an ordinary annuity

present value of an ordinary annuity is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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present value of an ordinary annuity table

present value of an ordinary annuity table is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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present value table

present value table is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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primary activities

primary activities is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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principal

principal is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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principal payment

principal payment is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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principles and guidelines

principles and guidelines is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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prior period adjustment

prior period adjustment is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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pro forma financial statement

pro forma financial statement is a formal financial statement or reporting document used to summarize financial position, performance, or cash movement.

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pro rata

pro rata is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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proceeds

proceeds is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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procurement

procurement is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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production department

production department is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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production service department

production service department is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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profit center

profit center is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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profit margin

profit margin is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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profitability

profitability is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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program evaluation and review technique (PERT)

program evaluation and review technique (PERT) is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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program expenses

program expenses is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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program services

program services is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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promissory note

promissory note is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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property dividend

property dividend is a dividend-related term used to describe the declaration, payment, priority, or reporting of distributions to owners.

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property, plant, and equipment

property, plant, and equipment is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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proprietor

proprietor is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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proprietorship

proprietorship is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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prorate

prorate is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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provision for doubtful accounts

provision for doubtful accounts is an accounting term related to the classification, recording, or reporting of financial transactions within an account structure.

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public companies

public companies is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB)

Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) is an accounting term related to the classification, recording, or reporting of financial transactions within an account structure.

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publicly traded stock

publicly traded stock is an equity or share-capital term used in corporate ownership, stockholder reporting, or capital structure accounting.

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purchase allowance

purchase allowance is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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purchase commitments

purchase commitments is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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purchase discount

purchase discount is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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purchase order

purchase order is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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purchase return

purchase return is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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purchases

purchases is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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purchases - net

purchases - net is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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purchases discounts

purchases discounts is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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purchases returns and allowances

purchases returns and allowances is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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purpose restriction

purpose restriction is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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Q

qualitative characteristics

qualitative characteristics is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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quality of earnings

quality of earnings is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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quarterly earnings

quarterly earnings is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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QuickBooks

QuickBooks is accounting software used by many businesses for bookkeeping, invoicing, payroll, and reporting.

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R

Revenue Recognition

Revenue recognition is the accounting rule that determines when revenue should be recorded in the financial statements.

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R. Smith, Drawing

R. Smith, Drawing is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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ratio analysis

ratio analysis is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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real account

real account is an accounting term related to the classification, recording, or reporting of financial transactions within an account structure.

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receipts

receipts is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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receiving report

receiving report is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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reciprocal method

reciprocal method is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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reciprocal services

reciprocal services is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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reconciliation of bank statement

reconciliation of bank statement is a formal financial statement or reporting document used to summarize financial position, performance, or cash movement.

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record date

record date is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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redemption of bonds payable

redemption of bonds payable is a liability account that records an amount owed by the business that remains unpaid at the reporting date.

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regression analysis

regression analysis is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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regression line

regression line is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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relevance

relevance is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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relevant range

relevant range is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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reliable

reliable is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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rent revenue/income

rent revenue/income is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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reorder point

reorder point is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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repairs

repairs is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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replenish

replenish is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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replenishing petty cash

replenishing petty cash is a cash-management or cash-reporting term used to measure cash balances, cash movement, or cash handling controls.

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required rate of return

required rate of return is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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residual

residual is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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residual income (RI)

residual income (RI) is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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residual value

residual value is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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restricted accounts

restricted accounts is an accounting term related to the classification, recording, or reporting of financial transactions within an account structure.

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restricted cash

restricted cash is a cash-management or cash-reporting term used to measure cash balances, cash movement, or cash handling controls.

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restricted retained earnings

restricted retained earnings is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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restricted support

restricted support is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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retained earnings statement

retained earnings statement is a formal financial statement or reporting document used to summarize financial position, performance, or cash movement.

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return on average common stockholders' equity

return on average common stockholders' equity is an equity or share-capital term used in corporate ownership, stockholder reporting, or capital structure accounting.

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return on investment (ROI)

return on investment (ROI) is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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return on stockholders' equity

return on stockholders' equity is an equity or share-capital term used in corporate ownership, stockholder reporting, or capital structure accounting.

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returned check

returned check is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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revenue expenditure

revenue expenditure is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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revenue recognition principle

revenue recognition principle is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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revenues

revenues is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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revenues and gains

revenues and gains is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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revenues from service charges

revenues from service charges is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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reversing entry

reversing entry is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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root cause

root cause is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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rubber check

rubber check is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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rule of 72

rule of 72 is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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S

safety stock

safety stock is an equity or share-capital term used in corporate ownership, stockholder reporting, or capital structure accounting.

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salaried employee

salaried employee is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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salaries expense: delivery department

salaries expense: delivery department is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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salaries expense: selling & admin department

salaries expense: selling & admin department is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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salaries payable

salaries payable is a liability account that records an amount owed by the business that remains unpaid at the reporting date.

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salary

salary is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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salary and fringes

salary and fringes is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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sales

sales is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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sales allowance

sales allowance is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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sales discounts

sales discounts is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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sales forecast

sales forecast is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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sales mix

sales mix is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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sales returns

sales returns is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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sales returns and allowances

sales returns and allowances is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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scattergraph

scattergraph is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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SEC

SEC stands for the Securities and Exchange Commission, the U.S. regulator for securities markets and public-company reporting.

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secondary activities

secondary activities is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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secured creditor

secured creditor is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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Securities and Exchange Commission

Securities and Exchange Commission is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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segregation of duties

segregation of duties is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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self-employed

self-employed is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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selling expenses

selling expenses is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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selling, general and administrative expenses

selling, general and administrative expenses is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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semimonthly

semimonthly is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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semivariable expenses

semivariable expenses is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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separation of duties

separation of duties is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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service department

service department is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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service mark

service mark is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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setup time

setup time is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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shareholder

shareholder is an equity or share-capital term used in corporate ownership, stockholder reporting, or capital structure accounting.

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shareholders' equity

shareholders' equity is an equity or share-capital term used in corporate ownership, stockholder reporting, or capital structure accounting.

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shrinkage

shrinkage is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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simple regression

simple regression is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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single payment

single payment is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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single-step income statement

single-step income statement is a formal financial statement or reporting document used to summarize financial position, performance, or cash movement.

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sinking fund

sinking fund is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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Social Security taxes

Social Security taxes is a tax-related term used in accounting, reporting, payroll, compliance, or statutory calculations.

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sold

sold is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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sole practitioner

sole practitioner is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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sole proprietorship

sole proprietorship is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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source document

source document is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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split-off point

split-off point is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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spoilage

spoilage is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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spot price

spot price is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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stage 1 allocation

stage 1 allocation is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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stage 2 allocation

stage 2 allocation is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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stakeholder

stakeholder is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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state boards of accountancy

state boards of accountancy is an accounting term related to the classification, recording, or reporting of financial transactions within an account structure.

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state income tax withholdings payable

state income tax withholdings payable is a liability account that records an amount owed by the business that remains unpaid at the reporting date.

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state unemployment tax

state unemployment tax is a tax-related term used in accounting, reporting, payroll, compliance, or statutory calculations.

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statement of activities

statement of activities is a formal financial statement or reporting document used to summarize financial position, performance, or cash movement.

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statement of cash flows

The statement of cash flows is the formal report showing cash movement from operating, investing, and financing activities.

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statement of comprehensive income

statement of comprehensive income is a formal financial statement or reporting document used to summarize financial position, performance, or cash movement.

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statement of financial accounting standards

statement of financial accounting standards is a formal financial statement or reporting document used to summarize financial position, performance, or cash movement.

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statement of financial position

statement of financial position is a formal financial statement or reporting document used to summarize financial position, performance, or cash movement.

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statement of functional expenses

statement of functional expenses is a formal financial statement or reporting document used to summarize financial position, performance, or cash movement.

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statement of income

statement of income is a formal financial statement or reporting document used to summarize financial position, performance, or cash movement.

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statement of operations

statement of operations is a formal financial statement or reporting document used to summarize financial position, performance, or cash movement.

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statement of retained earnings

statement of retained earnings is a formal financial statement or reporting document used to summarize financial position, performance, or cash movement.

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statement of stockholders' equity

statement of stockholders' equity is a formal financial statement or reporting document used to summarize financial position, performance, or cash movement.

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stock certificate

stock certificate is an equity or share-capital term used in corporate ownership, stockholder reporting, or capital structure accounting.

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stock dividend

stock dividend is an equity or share-capital term used in corporate ownership, stockholder reporting, or capital structure accounting.

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stock option

stock option is an equity or share-capital term used in corporate ownership, stockholder reporting, or capital structure accounting.

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stock split

stock split is an equity or share-capital term used in corporate ownership, stockholder reporting, or capital structure accounting.

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stockholder

stockholder is an equity or share-capital term used in corporate ownership, stockholder reporting, or capital structure accounting.

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stockholders' equity

stockholders' equity is an equity or share-capital term used in corporate ownership, stockholder reporting, or capital structure accounting.

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stop payment order

stop payment order is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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stores

stores is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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subsequent event

subsequent event is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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subsidiary accounts

subsidiary accounts is an accounting term related to the classification, recording, or reporting of financial transactions within an account structure.

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supplier

supplier is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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supplies

supplies is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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supplies on hand

supplies on hand is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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supporting services expenses

supporting services expenses is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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surrender value

surrender value is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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suspense account

suspense account is an accounting term related to the classification, recording, or reporting of financial transactions within an account structure.

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systematic expensing

systematic expensing is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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T

Trial Balance

A trial balance is the internal report that lists ledger account balances at a point in time so finance teams can verify that total debits equal total credits before producing financial statements.

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take-home pay

take-home pay is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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tax-exempt

tax-exempt is a tax-related term used in accounting, reporting, payroll, compliance, or statutory calculations.

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taxes payable

taxes payable is a liability account that records an amount owed by the business that remains unpaid at the reporting date.

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temporary accounts

temporary accounts is an accounting term related to the classification, recording, or reporting of financial transactions within an account structure.

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temporary investments

temporary investments is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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temporary marketable securities

temporary marketable securities is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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the supplier of goods and services

the supplier of goods and services is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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three-way match

three-way match is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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time deposits

time deposits is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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time period assumption

time period assumption is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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time restriction

time restriction is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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time value of money

time value of money is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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time-and-a-half

time-and-a-half is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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timing differences

timing differences is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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trade accounts payable

trade accounts payable is a liability account that records an amount owed by the business that remains unpaid at the reporting date.

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trade discount

trade discount is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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trade names

trade names is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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trade payables

trade payables is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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trade receivables

trade receivables is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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trademark

trademark is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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transfer price

transfer price is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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transportation-in

transportation-in is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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transportation-out

transportation-out is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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treasury bills

treasury bills is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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treasury stock

treasury stock is an equity or share-capital term used in corporate ownership, stockholder reporting, or capital structure accounting.

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trend analysis

trend analysis is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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triple net lease

triple net lease is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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turnover

turnover is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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turnover ratios

turnover ratios is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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U

unadjusted trial balance

An unadjusted trial balance is the ledger balance report prepared before period-end adjusting entries have been recorded.

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unappropriated retained earnings

unappropriated retained earnings is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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uncleared check

uncleared check is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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uncleared cheque

uncleared cheque is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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uncollected funds

uncollected funds is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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undeposited checks

undeposited checks is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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under absorbed

under absorbed is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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underapplied manufacturing overhead

underapplied manufacturing overhead is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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underlying principles/guidelines

underlying principles/guidelines is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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understates

understates is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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underwriter

underwriter is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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undiscounted future cash flows

undiscounted future cash flows is a cash-management or cash-reporting term used to measure cash balances, cash movement, or cash handling controls.

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unearned revenue(s)

unearned revenue(s) is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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unemployment compensation tax

unemployment compensation tax is a tax-related term used in accounting, reporting, payroll, compliance, or statutory calculations.

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unemployment tax expense: warehouse

unemployment tax expense: warehouse is a tax-related term used in accounting, reporting, payroll, compliance, or statutory calculations.

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unemployment tax payable

unemployment tax payable is a liability account that records an amount owed by the business that remains unpaid at the reporting date.

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United Way payable

United Way payable is a liability account that records an amount owed by the business that remains unpaid at the reporting date.

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unpaid principal balance

unpaid principal balance is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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unpresented check

unpresented check is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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unqualified opinion

unqualified opinion is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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unrealized holding gain

unrealized holding gain is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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unrealized holding loss

unrealized holding loss is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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unrelated business income tax

unrelated business income tax is a tax-related term used in accounting, reporting, payroll, compliance, or statutory calculations.

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unsecured creditor

unsecured creditor is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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US GAAP

US GAAP is the United States accounting standards framework used to prepare compliant external financial statements.

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useful life

useful life is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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utilities payable

utilities payable is a liability account that records an amount owed by the business that remains unpaid at the reporting date.

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V

vacation pay

vacation pay is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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vacation pay payable

vacation pay payable is a liability account that records an amount owed by the business that remains unpaid at the reporting date.

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valuation account

valuation account is an accounting term related to the classification, recording, or reporting of financial transactions within an account structure.

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value billing

value billing is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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variable expenses

variable expenses is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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variable manufacturing overhead applied

variable manufacturing overhead applied is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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variable manufacturing overhead incurred

variable manufacturing overhead incurred is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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vehicles

vehicles is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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vertical analysis

vertical analysis is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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volume

volume is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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volume-based allocation

volume-based allocation is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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W

Working Capital

Working capital is the difference between current assets and current liabilities and measures the short-term liquidity available to run the business.

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wages

wages is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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wages expense: delivery department

wages expense: delivery department is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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wages expense: warehouse department

wages expense: warehouse department is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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wages payable

wages payable is a liability account that records an amount owed by the business that remains unpaid at the reporting date.

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warranties

warranties is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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warranty payable

warranty payable is a liability account that records an amount owed by the business that remains unpaid at the reporting date.

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white-collar worker

white-collar worker is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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window dressing

window dressing is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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withdrawals by owner

withdrawals by owner is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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withholdings

withholdings is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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work-in-progress

work-in-progress is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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worker compensation insurance payable

worker compensation insurance payable is a liability account that records an amount owed by the business that remains unpaid at the reporting date.

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write-down

write-down is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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write-off

write-off is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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write-up

write-up is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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write-up work

write-up work is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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Y

yield

yield is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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yield to maturity

yield to maturity is an accounting, finance, or reporting term used to classify, measure, record, analyze, or communicate business transactions and financial results.

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