Perpetual
Merchandise Inventory account
Merchandise inventory:
When merchandise purchased on account is returned under the perpetual inventory system, the buyer debits Merchandise Inventory to reflect the return of goods, effectively increasing the inventory balance. Simultaneously, the buyer would credit Accounts Payable to decrease the liability owed to the supplier. This dual entry maintains accurate records of both inventory and liabilities in real-time.
Under the perpetual inventory system, when merchandise is purchased for cash, the transaction is recorded by debiting the Inventory account and crediting the Cash account. This reflects the increase in inventory and the decrease in cash due to the purchase. The perpetual system continuously updates inventory records with each purchase or sale, providing real-time inventory levels.
In a perpetual inventory system, when merchandise is returned to the supplier, the cost of merchandise sold is not debited; instead, the inventory account is credited to reflect the return of the goods. The transaction typically involves debiting the accounts payable or cash account, depending on whether the return is for credit or a refund. This adjustment ensures that the inventory balance remains accurate and reflects the actual amount of goods on hand.
Merchandise Inventory account
Merchandise inventory:
When merchandise purchased on account is returned under the perpetual inventory system, the buyer debits Merchandise Inventory to reflect the return of goods, effectively increasing the inventory balance. Simultaneously, the buyer would credit Accounts Payable to decrease the liability owed to the supplier. This dual entry maintains accurate records of both inventory and liabilities in real-time.
Under the perpetual inventory system, when merchandise is purchased for cash, the transaction is recorded by debiting the Inventory account and crediting the Cash account. This reflects the increase in inventory and the decrease in cash due to the purchase. The perpetual system continuously updates inventory records with each purchase or sale, providing real-time inventory levels.
In a perpetual inventory system, when merchandise is returned to the supplier, the cost of merchandise sold is not debited; instead, the inventory account is credited to reflect the return of the goods. The transaction typically involves debiting the accounts payable or cash account, depending on whether the return is for credit or a refund. This adjustment ensures that the inventory balance remains accurate and reflects the actual amount of goods on hand.
The discounts reduce the cost of the merchandise inventory.
In a perpetual inventory system, the journal entry to record the cost of merchandise sold involves debiting the Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) account and crediting the Inventory account. For example, if the cost of merchandise sold is $1,000, the entry would be: Debit: Cost of Goods Sold $1,000 Credit: Inventory $1,000 This entry reflects the reduction in inventory and recognizes the expense associated with the goods that have been sold.
inventory
The Buyer would likely perform the following transaction: DR- Account Receivable CR - Merchandise Inventory The Buyer would probably debit CASH if they receive CASH from the Seller instead of having to WAIT on it. The Merchandise Seller would perform the following transaction: DR - Merchandise Inventory CR - Accounts Payable, OR CASH
cost of merchandise sold.
Purchases
When merchandise is purchased on account, the inventory account is increased to reflect the new stock, while accounts payable is also increased, indicating a liability to the supplier. This transaction does not immediately affect cash, as payment will be made later. The purchase will be recorded in the accounting system, impacting the company's balance sheet by increasing both assets and liabilities.