Acc 290

Accrual V.S. Cash Accounting

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In this assignment, I will describe the cash basis of accounting and the accrual basis of accounting and will explain the difference. Cash Basis accounting is the easy and less expensive method of accounting. In this method of accounting, cash is recognized when the physical cash transaction occurs. Thus, this method does not recognize payables, receivables, and prepaid expenses. Additionally, cash basis accounting does not comply with the revenue recognition principle and the matching principle.

In accrual basis of accounting, revenue is recognized when it is earned and expenses are recognized when they are incurred. Susan Ward states, "Accrual basis accounting gives the most accurate picture of the financial state of your business." We...