Basic Accounting Principles

The Conceptual Framework of Accounting mentions the underlying assumption of going concern. In addition, the concepts of accrual, accounting entity, monetary unit, and time period are also important in preparing and interpreting financial statements.

Lesson 2

Accounting Elements: Assets, Liabilities, and Capital

The three major elements of accounting are: assets, liabilities, and capital. These terms are used widely so it is necessary that we take a look at each element. We will also discuss income and expense which are actually included as part of capital.

Lesson 3

The Accounting Equation and How It Stays in Balance

The accounting equation is the unifying concept in accounting that shows the relationships between the accounting elements: assets, liabilities, and capital. In this lesson, you will learn about the basic accounting equation and how it stays in balance.

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Lesson 4

Accounting Equation: More Examples

Here are some more sample transactions and their effect to the accounting equation.

Lesson 5

Expanded Accounting Equation

The expanded accounting equation is the same as the basic accounting equation except with the capital portion broken down into: owners' contributions, owner's withdrawals, income, and expenses.

Lesson 6

Double Entry Accounting System

The double entry accounting system emerged as a result of the industrial revolution. Merchants in the olden times recorded transactions in simple lists. Business became more and more complex, hence the development of more effective ways to keep track of business transactions.

Lesson 7

The Accounting Cycle: 9-Step Accounting Process

The accounting cycle, also commonly referred to as accounting process, is a series of procedures in gathering, processing, and communicating financial information. This lesson takes you through the steps in the accounting cycle.

Summary

Fundamental Accounting Concepts: Summary

This is a summary of the topics discussed in Fundamental Accounting Concepts under the Accounting 101: The Basics tutorial series.

Test Yourself

Fundamental Accounting Concepts: Quiz

Test your accounting skills with this short quiz in Fundamental Accounting Concepts, under the Accounting 101: The Basics.

Chapter Contents

Chapter II covers fundamental concepts to help you build a good foundation before moving to more elaborate accounting topics.

In preparing general-purpose financial statements, there are guidelines and principles that are understood by both the accountants who prepare them and the users of such reports are followed. These are set forth in the GAAP and IFRS.

Generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) are actually based on the fundamental accounting principles and concepts discussed in this chapter.

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