Terms starting with

K
Knockdown Cost

Knockdown cost refers to the total landed cost of goods received in an unassembled form, including purchase price, freight, insurance, and duties. It’s often used…

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Kickoff Balance

A kickoff balance is the initial balance used when setting up a new accounting system or beginning a new financial year. It includes the closing…

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Knowledge Process Outsourcing (KPO)

KPO involves outsourcing high-end analytical or financial services such as valuation, financial modeling, and risk management. In accounting, KPO providers deliver expert-level insight that supports…

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Known Liability

A known liability is an obligation that is certain in amount and due date, such as wages payable, accounts payable, or taxes owed. These liabilities…

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Knock-for-Knock Agreement

A knock-for-knock agreement is a contractual arrangement where each party bears its own losses, regardless of fault. In accounting, this simplifies claims and settlements, especially…

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Keyman Insurance

Keyman insurance is a policy taken by a business to protect against the financial loss that may occur due to the death or disability of…

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Kiting

Kiting refers to the fraudulent practice of inflating bank balances by exploiting timing differences between cheque deposits and withdrawals. It temporarily overstates available funds and…

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Key Performance Indicator (KPI)

A KPI is a measurable value used to evaluate how effectively a company is achieving its financial or operational goals. In accounting, KPIs may include…

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