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Cost Sheet

June 22, 2019 by Anjali J 2 Comments

Definition: A cost sheet is a statement which represents the various costs incurred at different stages of business operations, in a tabular format. It determines the total cost or expenditure made by the organization, along with the cost incurred on each unit of a product or service in a particular period. The cost sheet of a business organization provides an insight into … [Read more...] about Cost Sheet

Cash Book

June 18, 2019 by Anjali J Leave a Comment

Definition: A cash book is that unique book of accounts which fulfils the objective of both, a journal and a ledger. Like a journal, it is the first book which records all the cash transactions of the business. It also acts as a subsidiary book to post all the cash transactions, similar to a cash account in the ledger. It can be broken down into two words, i.e., 'cash' and … [Read more...] about Cash Book

Journal Entries

June 14, 2019 by Anjali J Leave a Comment

Definition: Journal refers to a 'book' or 'diary' and entry means noting down of something. On combining these two words, we get 'journal entry'. It can be explained as a book meant for the original recording of the day to day business transactions or activities in a systematic order. The formal step by step entry of these business activities in a journal is termed as … [Read more...] about Journal Entries

Kaizen Costing

May 10, 2019 by Anjali J Leave a Comment

Definition: Kaizen costing is a technique of controlling the cost incurred over unproductive activities and resources which does not add any value to the organization. In simple words, it is a practical approach to solving cost-related problems to improve the overall efficiency of the organization. Kaizen costing is implemented in business organizations to manage different … [Read more...] about Kaizen Costing

Depreciation Methods

April 26, 2019 by Anjali J Leave a Comment

Definition: Depreciation is the partial reduction of the value of fixed (tangible) assets used to carry out business operations, resulting out of its limited life span. It is set off against the revenue generated by such consumption each year. Every asset which is of a fixed nature tends to face obsoletion and physical deterioration due to its regular use. These assets include … [Read more...] about Depreciation Methods

Profitability Ratios

January 29, 2019 by Anjali J Leave a Comment

Definition: Profitability ratios are the financial measures to analyze the earning capacity and determine the financial soundness of the organization by comparing the earnings with different expenditures, and ensure the optimum utilization of the various resources. Analyzing the financial position of an organization using the profitability ratios, are essential for all the … [Read more...] about Profitability Ratios

Cost Classification

October 9, 2018 by Anjali J 1 Comment

Definition: Cost classification is the logical process of categorising the different costs involved in a business process according to their type, nature, frequency and other features to fulfil accounting objectives and facilitate economic analysis. Cost refers to the value sacrificed with the aim of gaining something in return. Every business process involves some cost. It is … [Read more...] about Cost Classification

Cost Accounting

October 6, 2018 by Anjali J 2 Comments

Definition: Cost accounting is the accounting method for ensuring cost-effectiveness by accumulating, organising, recording, calculating, analysing and assessing the overall expenses incurred on a product, process or project, etc. It is mostly used in industrial units or factories where the goods are manufactured. Unlike financial accounting, cost accounting is a broader … [Read more...] about Cost Accounting

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