Introduction Bookkeeping is an essential financial practice that helps businesses maintain accurate records of financial transactions. It ensures compliance with legal requirements, aids in decision-making, and supports overall business growth. Without proper bookkeeping, companies may struggle with cash flow management, tax obligations, and financial planning. This article explores how bookkeeping benefits a business, its… Read More »
Fixed Asset Depreciation charge on a fixed asset when it is put to use, and not when it is ready for use. Depreciation is a method of allocating the cost of a it over its useful life, and it begins when the asset is available for use in the business. The asset is considered to… Read More »
How will E-invoices help businesses to accurately file their GST compliance E-invoices can help businesses accurately file their GST (Goods and Services Tax) compliance in several ways: 1. Automation of invoice generation: E-invoicing systems automate the process of invoice generation, which can reduce the likelihood of errors or discrepancies in the invoice. The system… Read More »
Capital in balance sheet is a opening capital or closing capital In a balance sheet, the capital represents the owner’s equity or shareholders’ equity of a business. It can refer to either opening capital or closing capital, depending on the specific context of the financial statement. 1.Opening capital: Opening capital refers to the initial capital… Read More »
Tax planning vs accounting Tax planning vs accounting: Tax planning and accounting are distinct but interconnected aspects of managing finances. Here’s a comparison between tax planning and accounting: Tax Planning: 1.Focuses on minimizing tax liability and optimizing tax-related strategies to legally reduce taxes. 2. Involves analyzing current and projected financial situations to identify tax-saving… Read More »
Prepaid Expenses It is considered as personal accounts in accounting because they represent an advance payment made by the business for goods or services. It will receive in the future. Personal accounts are those accounts that deal with individuals, firms or entities. That either indebts to the business or have lent money to the business.… Read More »
Differentiate between a Purchase invoice or sales invoice To differentiate between a Purchase invoice or sales invoice, specific details within the document can be examined. Here are some key features that can help distinguish between the two: 1.Direction of transaction: Determine the nature of the invoice by identifying the direction of the transaction. A purchase… Read More »
PF (Provident Fund) number PF number lookup using employer’s name: To get your PF (Provident Fund) number using your employer’s name, you can follow these steps: Visit the EPFO website (Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation). Click on the “For Employees” option and select “Know Your PF Balance” from the drop-down menu. Select your state and click… Read More »
Is fee paid to Non-Professional accountant subject to TDS TDS on fee of Non-Professional accountant is mandatory. The payment made to a non-professional accountant is subject to Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) as per Section 194J of the Income Tax Act, 1961. The applicable TDS rate for non-professional services is 10%, with a reduced rate… Read More »