This eight-step repeatable guide is a basic checklist of what to do during each accounting period. All phases are covered, from identifying and recording transactions to checking for discrepancies ...

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allowing costs to be recognized over multiple accounting periods rather than immediately expensed. It also refers to a company's capital structure—the mix of debt and equity used to fund operations.

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