Computer Consultants Inc

question 14

Essay

Computer Consultants Inc., began business as an adviser to chains of retail stores. The company assisted the stores in the selection of hardware and the development of software used by retail chain stores. Later the company developed software and sold it to its customers. The company also began selling some of the equipment to the customers. That is, the company would bid on a job to purchase and install equipment and the software. The company has consistently reported its income by the cash method. At the end of the year, the company has substantial accounts receivables from clients and a small amount of inventory on hand. What advice can you offer the company regarding its accounting method?

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Definitions:

Cash Register Sales Tape

A continuous roll of paper used in cash registers to record sales transactions, providing a real-time sales record.

Invoice

A document sent by a provider of a product or service to the purchaser that specifies the amount due for the product delivered or service provided.

Advertising Brochure

A promotional document designed to introduce, explain, and market a company's products or services to potential buyers.

Cheque

A written, dated, and signed instrument that directs a bank to pay a specific sum of money to the bearer or a designated person.