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From the following information, please prepare an Income Statement, Statement of Owner’s Equity, and Balance Sheet for the month of May of the current year.

Cash $12,000

Accounts Receivable $16,000

Supplies $350

Equipment $16,500

Notes Payable $13,000

Accounts Payable $12,000

S. Jones, Capital $18,000

S. Jones, Drawing $550

Service Revenue $6,000

Telephone Expense $350

Rent Expense $1,100

Advertising Expense $2,150

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Introduction

The preparation of financial statements, including the Income Statement, Statement of Owner’s Equity, and Balance Sheet, is essential for evaluating a company's financial health. These statements provide valuable insights into the company's profitability, ownership changes, and overall financial position. This paper demonstrates the process of preparing these statements based on the provided financial data for the month of May of the current year, tailored for non-accountants to understand the core concepts of financial accounting.

Income Statement

The Income Statement, also known as the Profit and Loss Statement, summarizes a company's revenues and expenses to determine net income or loss. Based on the provided data, the revenue generated from services rendered is $6,000. Expenses include telephone expenses, rent, and advertising, totaling $3,600 ($350 + $1,100 + $2,150).

Calculation of Net Income:

  • Service Revenue: $6,000
  • Expenses:
    • Telephone Expense: $350
    • Rent Expense: $1,100
    • Advertising Expense: $2,150
  • Total Expenses: $3,600
  • Net Income = Revenue - Expenses = $6,000 - $3,600 = $2,400

Income Statement for May

DescriptionAmount ($)
Service Revenue6,000
Expenses:
Telephone Expense350
Rent Expense1,100
Advertising Expense2,150
Total Expenses3,600
Net Income2,400

Statement of Owner’s Equity

The statement reflects changes in the owner's equity over a period of time. It begins with the beginning capital, adds net income, and subtracts owner’s drawings to arrive at ending capital.

Given that the beginning capital is $18,000, net income for May is $2,400, and the owner’s drawings are $550, the calculation is as follows:

Ending Owner’s Equity = Beginning Capital + Net Income - Owner’s Drawings

$18,000 + $2,400 - $550 = $19,850

Statement of Owner’s Equity for May

DescriptionAmount ($)
Beginning Capital (S. Jones, Capital)18,000
Plus: Net Income2,400
Less: Owner’s Drawings550
Ending Capital19,850

Balance Sheet

The Balance Sheet provides a snapshot of the company's financial position at the end of May, listing assets, liabilities, and owner’s equity.

Assets include cash, accounts receivable, supplies, and equipment:

  • Cash: $12,000
  • Accounts Receivable: $16,000
  • Supplies: $350
  • Equipment: $16,500

Total Assets: $44,850

Liabilities include notes payable and accounts payable:

  • Notes Payable: $13,000
  • Accounts Payable: $12,000

Total Liabilities: $25,000

Owner’s Equity (ending balance): $19,850

The balance sheet equation is Assets = Liabilities + Owner’s Equity:

$44,850 = $25,000 + $19,850

Financial Position Summary

This financial analysis indicates that the business has healthy assets worth $44,850, with liabilities totaling $25,000, resulting in an owner’s equity of $19,850. The net income of $2,400 demonstrates profitability for the period, and maintaining healthy cash and receivables positions is essential for ongoing operational stability.

Conclusion

The process of preparing these financial statements illustrates essential accounting concepts, including revenue recognition, expense recording, owner’s equity calculation, and the balance sheet structure. For non-accountants, understanding these statements enhances the ability to interpret financial health, facilitate decision-making, and communicate effectively with financial professionals. Accurate financial reporting is crucial for strategic planning, securing funding, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards.

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