Introduction When analyzing a company’s financial performance, just looking at big numbers can be confusing. A business might be growing fast, but is it becoming more profitable? Are its expenses under control? This is where a common-size income statement helps! It shows every item as a percentage of revenue, making it easier to compare different…
Introduction An income statement shows how much money a company makes and spends. One key part of this is revenue recognition, which means deciding when and how to record income. This article explains revenue recognition in simple terms, with clear examples. Basic Rules of Revenue Recognition Companies follow rules called accrual accounting to record income…
Auditors help make sure that companies tell the truth about their finances. They check financial records to ensure they are accurate and trustworthy. For public companies in the U.S., auditors have important duties set by the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) of 2002 and the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB). What Does an Auditor Do? 1….