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What methods do not require a physical inventory periodic inventory system perpetual inventory method retail method or gross profit method?
periodic inventory system
How often can a company change its inventory valuation methodology and still be compliant with GAAP?
once
Does gaap require statement of cash flows?
Yes
Is the moving average inventory method GAAP?
Moving average inventory method is not GAAP (generally accepted accounting principles). LIFO (last in, first out) or FIFO (first in, first out) are GAAP. FIFO is the most common method and easy to compute; however LIFO may be used but is much more complicated to compute unless your businesses computer system computes the LIFO computation.
Journal entry to record physical inventory?
To record the purchase of physical inventory: Dr. inventory Cr. cash To record sale of physical inventory: Dr. cost of goods sold Cr. inventory
What is the GAAP method for determining what inventory is obsolete or slow moving?
The GAAP method for obsolete or slow moving inventory is to account for all inventory using either market value or cost method. The method which results in the lower amount is the one that is used.
What methods do not require a physical inventory periodic inventory system perpetual inventory method retail method or gross profit method?
periodic inventory system
How often can a company change its inventory valuation methodology and still be compliant with GAAP?
once
Does gaap require statement of cash flows?
Yes
Is the moving average inventory method GAAP?
Moving average inventory method is not GAAP (generally accepted accounting principles). LIFO (last in, first out) or FIFO (first in, first out) are GAAP. FIFO is the most common method and easy to compute; however LIFO may be used but is much more complicated to compute unless your businesses computer system computes the LIFO computation.
Journal entry to record physical inventory?
To record the purchase of physical inventory: Dr. inventory Cr. cash To record sale of physical inventory: Dr. cost of goods sold Cr. inventory
Is weighted average inventory valuation GAAP?
Yes, along with FIFO and LIFO, Weighted average is a generally accepted accounting principle.
What does the term Physical Inventory?
Physical inventory refers to the actual inventory in the warehouse. Inventory refers to completed products, not work in progress or raw materials.
Why physical inventory?
Physical inventory is a process where a business physically counts its inventory. It may be mandated by financial accounting rules.
What does the term Physical Inventory represent?
Physical inventory refers to the actual inventory in the warehouse. Inventory refers to completed products, not work in progress or raw materials.
Is LIFO allowed under GAAP?
Yes, LIFO (Last In, First Out) is allowed under GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) but it is less commonly used compared to FIFO (First In, First Out) due to its impact on inventory valuation and tax implications.
Will switching to a perpetual inventory system eliminates the need for a physical inventory count?
NOP. Physical inventory counts are always needed to verify accuracy of records.
