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Financial Statements - I
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Financial Statements - I
Stakeholders & Information Needs
Internal Stakeholders
Owners, managers 3 need detailed
performance data for planning,
control, and quick decision-making.
Employees 3 seek job security, pay
raises based on company success.
External Stakeholders
Banks, govt., investors 3 assess
creditworthiness, taxes, profitability
trends.
Suppliers 3 monitor financial health
for timely payments, long-term
contracts.
Outcome
Financial statements supply
consistent, reliable info to meet
a l l users' varying demands.
Helps predict future cash flows
and overall business viability.
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Financial Statements - I
Stakeholders & Information Needs
Internal Stakeholders
Owners, managers 3 need detailed
performance data for planning,
control, and quick decision-making.
Employees 3 seek job security, pay
raises based on company success.
External Stakeholders
Banks, govt., investors 3 assess
creditworthiness, taxes, profitability
trends.
Suppliers 3 monitor financial health
for timely payments, long-term
contracts.
Outcome
Financial statements supply
consistent, reliable info to meet
a l l users' varying demands.
Helps predict future cash flows
and overall business viability.
Capital vs. Revenue
Capital Expenditure
Multi-period benefit
(machinery/buildings);
recorded on Balance Sheet.
Revenue Expenditure
Spent within one period
(rent, wages); recorded in
P/L Account.
Reasoning
Correct classification prevents misstated profits.
Deferred revenue outlays (like heavy advertising) may spread
over multiple periods.
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Financial Statements - I
Stakeholders & Information Needs
Internal Stakeholders
Owners, managers 3 need detailed
performance data for planning,
control, and quick decision-making.
Employees 3 seek job security, pay
raises based on company success.
External Stakeholders
Banks, govt., investors 3 assess
creditworthiness, taxes, profitability
trends.
Suppliers 3 monitor financial health
for timely payments, long-term
contracts.
Outcome
Financial statements supply
consistent, reliable info to meet
a l l users' varying demands.
Helps predict future cash flows
and overall business viability.
Capital vs. Revenue
Capital Expenditure
Multi-period benefit
(machinery/buildings);
recorded on Balance Sheet.
Revenue Expenditure
Spent within one period
(rent, wages); recorded in
P/L Account.
Reasoning
Correct classification prevents misstated profits.
Deferred revenue outlays (like heavy advertising) may spread
over multiple periods.
Financial Statements
Purpose
Summarize all transactions
to show true profitability
and financial position.
Provide clear data for
stakeholders to make
informed decisions.
Key Reports
Trading & P/L: Shows
overall profit/loss from
operations.
1.
Balance Sheet: Reflects
assets, liabilities,
capital at period-end.
2.
Additionally
Prepared post3Trial Balance to confirm accounts match.
Serve as the primary communication tool with
stakeholders.
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Financial Statements - I
Stakeholders & Information Needs
Internal Stakeholders
Owners, managers 3 need detailed
performance data for planning,
control, and quick decision-making.
Employees 3 seek job security, pay
raises based on company success.
External Stakeholders
Banks, govt., investors 3 assess
creditworthiness, taxes, profitability
trends.
Suppliers 3 monitor financial health
for timely payments, long-term
contracts.
Outcome
Financial statements supply
consistent, reliable info to meet
a l l users' varying demands.
Helps predict future cash flows
and overall business viability.
Capital vs. Revenue
Capital Expenditure
Multi-period benefit
(machinery/buildings);
recorded on Balance Sheet.
Revenue Expenditure
Spent within one period
(rent, wages); recorded in
P/L Account.
Reasoning
Correct classification prevents misstated profits.
Deferred revenue outlays (like heavy advertising) may spread
over multiple periods.
Financial Statements
Purpose
Summarize all transactions
to show true profitability
and financial position.
Provide clear data for
stakeholders to make
informed decisions.
Key Reports
Trading & P/L: Shows
overall profit/loss from
operations.
1.
Balance Sheet: Reflects
assets, liabilities,
capital at period-end.
2.
Additionally
Prepared post3Trial Balance to confirm accounts match.
Serve as the primary communication tool with
stakeholders.
Trading & Profit and Loss Account
Trading Section
Focus: Direct costs vs. sales, yielding Gross Profit =
Sales 3 (Purchases + Direct Expenses).
Shows core operational margin before overheads.
Profit & Loss Section
Incorporates overheads, indirect costs, extra income ³
Net Profit = Gross Profit + Other Incomes 3 Indirect
Expenses.
Net figure transferred to capital account.
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