#accrual-accounting
Accrual Accounting
Accrual method accounting principles, conversion from cash basis, and revenue recognition timing
The Tax Professional's FAQ: Working with Bookkeepers Without the Friction
A practical FAQ for CPAs and tax preparers who inherit a client's books from a third-party bookkeeper—covering opening balance verification, year-end document checklists, 1099 ownership, cash-to-accrual conversions, and the handoff habits that prevent March surprises.
Profitable But Broke: Why Businesses Run Out of Cash
A profitable P&L and an empty bank account are not a contradiction—they are a timing problem. A breakdown of the five silent cash drains (AR, inventory, loan principal, capex, owner draws) and how a 13-week forecast reveals them before they sink the business.
How to Convert from Cash Basis to Accrual Accounting: A Step-by-Step Guide
Learn how to convert from cash basis to accrual accounting step by step. Covers the four key adjustments (receivables, accrued expenses, prepaid expenses, deferred revenue), IRS Form 3115 filing requirements, Section 481(a) adjustments, common mistakes, and tips for a smooth transition.
Unearned Revenue: What It Is, How to Record It, and Why It Matters
Learn what unearned revenue is, why it's classified as a liability, how to record it with journal entries, real-world examples from SaaS to gift cards, tax implications, and best practices for managing deferred revenue.