Create A Financial Statement And Write A Memo To Don

Create a Financial Statement and Write a Memo to Don

Hi Thereso I Have This Project That I Need To Create A Financial Stat

Hi Thereso I Have This Project That I Need To Create A Financial Stat

Hi there, So I have this project that I need to create a financial statement and write a memo to Don. Memo to Don Suggested Word Count: 1000 Accepted File Types: .doc, .docx, .odt, .rtf, .txt, .pdf Read the Project resource titled "Dr. Fiddle's Records" to familiarize yourself with all of the records included in the disorganized file folder. Using the completed "Key Accounting Principles and Terms Document" as your guide, determine which records should or should not be included in the practice's financial statements (the income statement and balance sheet) for the period January 1, 2013 – December 31, 2014. Be sure to note which accounting principle(s) or concept(s) caused you to make that determination. Once you have determined which records should and should not be in the financial statements and have outlined your rationale for the decision about each record, write a memo to Don that explains which records should be included and which records should not be included in a financial statement. For each individual record, also reference the principle or concept that supports your recommendation. As you write this memo, be sure to use your own words.

Paper For Above instruction

Planning and preparing accurate financial statements is a fundamental task for any organization, and it requires a thorough understanding of accounting principles and principles. This paper discusses the process of selecting appropriate records from "Dr. Fiddle's Records" to prepare the financial statements for the period January 1, 2013, to December 31, 2014, and the rationale grounded in key accounting principles for including or excluding specific records. Additionally, it provides a memo to Don, explaining these decisions in clear, professional language.

Overview of the Records and Relevant Accounting Principles

The "Dr. Fiddle's Records" folder contains a diverse collection of documents, some of which pertain directly to the financial position and performance of the practice, while others are administrative or personal and thus irrelevant to financial reporting. To determine the appropriate records, we must refer to fundamental accounting principles such as the Revenue Recognition Principle, the Expense Recognition (Matching) Principle, the Historical Cost Principle, and the Materiality Principle.

Selection Guidelines for Financial Statement Inclusion

The primary goal is to include records that provide a true and fair view of the financial position (balance sheet) and financial performance (income statement) of the practice, consistent with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Records not meeting this criterion, such as personal expenses or unrelated administrative documents, should be excluded to maintain the integrity of the financial reports.

Key Records and Their Treatment

Records to Include:

- Invoices for services rendered: According to the Revenue Recognition Principle, revenue is recognized when earned, so invoices issued before or during the period accurately reflect income. These should be included in the income statement for 2013-2014.

- Receipts and payments for medical supplies: These relate to expenses incurred in generating revenues and should be included in the expense section, adhering to the Expense Recognition Principle.

- Bank statements and reconcilements: These records support asset reporting on the balance sheet and are essential for accurate cash balances.

- Payroll records: As intrinsic to the operation, these reflect expenses and liabilities and should be included.

- Remaining asset and liability records (e.g., property, equipment, accrued expenses): These are necessary for the balance sheet and reflect the ongoing financial position.

Records to Exclude:

- Personal expense receipts: These do not relate to the practice’s operations; including them would violate the Materiality Principle, which states only relevant information should be reported.

- Personal bank accounts or personal income statements: These are irrelevant to the practice’s financial position and should be excluded.

- Informal notes or drafts unrelated to official transactions: Unless part of an official record, these do not meet the documentation standards required for financial reporting.

Rationale for Inclusion and Exclusion

The inclusion or exclusion of each record hinges on several key accounting principles:

1. Revenue Recognition Principle: Ensures income is recognized in the period in which it is earned, justifying including invoices issued within the period.

2. Expense Recognition (Matching) Principle: Expenses should be matched to the period they’re incurred, supporting the inclusion of related receipts.

3. Historical Cost Principle: Assets recorded are based on original costs, which justifies including property and equipment records at their original values.

4. Materiality Principle: Reports should omit insignificant personal expenses to prevent cluttering financial information with non-material items.

Conclusion

By carefully applying these principles, the financial statements can accurately reflect the practice’s financial health for 2013-2014. The selected records, including invoices, receipts, bank statements, payroll, and asset records, comply with GAAP and provide relevant information. The excluded records, such as personal expenses, prevent distortions and maintain the integrity of the financial statements. The following memo will detail these decisions to Don.

Memo to Don

Dear Don,

I have reviewed all the documents in "Dr. Fiddle's Records" to determine which records should be included in the financial statements for the period from January 1, 2013, to December 31, 2014. My goal was to select records that accurately reflect the financial position and performance of the practice according to generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).

Included Records:

  • Invoices for services rendered: These are recognized under the Revenue Recognition Principle, which states that revenue should be recorded when earned, regardless of when payment is received. Since these invoices were issued during the period, they are appropriate for inclusion.
  • Receipts and payments for medical supplies: These relate directly to the expenses incurred in operating the practice. Under the Expense Recognition or Matching Principle, expenses should be recorded in the same period as the revenues they help generate, justifying their inclusion.
  • Bank statements and reconciliations: They support accurate cash balances and are essential for the balance sheet reporting of assets and liabilities. Their inclusion aligns with the Historical Cost Principle and ensures accurate financial reporting.
  • Payroll records: Payroll expenses are integral to operating expenses and should be included to present a complete picture of operational costs.
  • Asset and liability records: Records such as property, equipment, and accrued expenses are necessary to portray the financial position accurately, aligning with GAAP’s requirement to report assets and liabilities at their proper values.

Excluded Records:

  • Personal expense receipts: These are unrelated to practice operations and violate the Materiality Principle. Including irrelevant personal expenses would distort the financial statements and provide misleading information.
  • Personal bank accounts or income statements: These records do not reflect the practice's financial status and are thus excluded.
  • Informal notes or drafts unrelated to official transactions: Unless documented in official records, these contain no reliable data suitable for financial reporting.

In summary, I have selected records that adhere to relevant GAAP principles to ensure the financial statements reliably reflect the practice’s financial situation for the specified period. Excluding personal and unrelated documents maintains the integrity of the report and prevents misleading or irrelevant information from affecting the conclusions.

Sincerely, [Your Name]

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