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Off-Balance Sheet Items

Off-balance sheet items are assets or liabilities not recorded directly on the balance sheet but still impact financial health. Examples include operating leases, joint ventures,…

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Operating Lease

An operating lease is a rental agreement where the lessee uses an asset without owning it. It doesn’t appear on the balance sheet under older…

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Obsolescence

Obsolescence occurs when an asset becomes outdated or no longer useful due to new technology, market changes, or wear and tear. In accounting, obsolete inventory…

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Outsourced Accounting

Outsourced accounting involves hiring external professionals or firms to handle bookkeeping, payroll, tax filing, and financial reporting. It allows businesses to reduce costs, access specialised…

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Operating Cycle

The operating cycle is the time it takes for a company to purchase inventory, sell products, and collect cash from customers. It measures the efficiency…

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Opening Balance

The opening balance is the amount carried forward in an account at the start of a new accounting period. It’s either a debit or credit…

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Overhead

Overhead refers to indirect costs not directly tied to producing goods or services but necessary for business operations. This includes rent, administrative salaries, insurance, and…

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Operating Expenses

Operating expenses are the recurring costs of running a business, excluding the cost of goods sold. Examples include rent, utilities, salaries, and marketing. OPEX appears…

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Owner’s Equity

Owner’s equity is the residual interest in the assets of a business after deducting liabilities. It represents the owner’s claim on the company and includes…

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Operating Income

Operating income measures profit from a company’s core business operations, excluding interest and taxes. It's calculated by subtracting operating expenses from gross profit. It reflects…

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