A system of accounting in which revenue is recognized when it is earned and expenses are recognized as they are incurred, providing a more accurate picture of a company's financial status across different periods.
Accrued liabilities refer to amounts that a company owes but have not yet been paid. These liabilities are recognized in the company's financial statements even though the related cash outflows have not yet occurred. Accrued liabilities do not necessarily indicate a default or delinquency.
Borrowing costs refer to the expenses incurred by an organization when it borrows money. These costs typically include interest payments and may also encompass arrangement fees and intermediary fees. Depending on accounting standards and conditions, they can either be expensed immediately or capitalized as an asset.
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