Expense accounts
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An expense account is a type of account in financial accounting that records and tracks the costs incurred by a business or organization to operate and generate revenue.
Expense accounts are recorded in accounting using a system of debits and credits. Expenses are typically recorded as debits to the expense account and credits to the cash or accounts payable account.
Financial Reporting's Function in Business
Expense accounts can affect various financial ratios and metrics, such as the profit margin, return on investment (ROI), and debt-to-equity ratio.
Yes, expense accounts can be adjusted or corrected if errors are discovered or if changes in accounting estimates or judgments are made.
Expense accounts are used to: Track and document business spending, Examine and control expenses, Create financial statements, including the balance sheet and income statement. Make wise business judgments, Observe tax laws and accounting norms.