Discuss How the Principles of Internal Control Apply to Cash

question 44

Essay

Discuss how the principles of internal control apply to cash receipts over-the-counter by giving several examples of good control measures that should be implemented.

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Definitions:

Debt to Stockholders' Equity

A financial ratio that measures the company's financial leverage by comparing its total liabilities to stockholders' equity.

Capital Lease

A lease treated like a purchase by the lessee in accounting, meaning the leased asset is included on the balance sheet, and the corresponding lease obligation is treated as a liability.

Operating Lease

A lease agreement that allows for the use of an asset but does not convey rights of ownership to the lessee.

GAAP

GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) is a collection of commonly-followed accounting rules and standards for financial reporting.