Prepare Three Years Of Financial Statements For The XXX Comp

Prepare three years of financial statements for the XXX Compa

You will prepare three years of financial statements for the XXX Company, to include: Two-Statement Format of Comprehensive Income; See Illustration 4-19 in the textbook Balance Sheet Statement of Owners' Equity You will do this twice, each time using a different set of accounting rules. Recall that items of Other Comprehensive Income are reported net of taxes, in the same manner as Extraordinary Items are reported; See Illustration 4-17 in the textbook for how Extraordinary Items are reported. Do not call the company XXX, but instead give it your name (e.g. Lisa Smith Company, Dalai Lama Company, Jorge Martinez Company). Problem Data: Deferred Revenue Recognition on a Rental Agreement On September 30 20x1, XXX Company rented to a tenant a small office space in its Dilapitated Visions Complex. The tenant is not obligated to continue the lease beyond Summer 20x2, but pays $25,000 cash upfront towards the $1,000 monthly rent (25 months' rent received in advance). This is not a capital lease. Excluding income taxes and the income effects of this rental, XXX Company has (GAAP and Tax) income of $111,111 in 20x1, $222,222 in 20x2, and $333,333 in 20x3. The IRS requires rent to be included in taxable income in the year received The income tax rate is a flat 10% for all relevant years. At January 1, 20x1, the balance sheet showed Common Stock of $444,444, Retained Earnings of $555,555, and zero Accumulated OCI. The only change to Common Stock during these three years was an issuance of $88,888 of stock at par value in 20x2. Report Using Current US-GAAP Under current US-GAAP, the cash receipt is recorded as a liability (e.g. Unearned Revenue) and amortized to income at a rate of $1,000 per month. Prepare the statements, clearly labeling them as current GAAP. Reporting Using "FASB Fantasy GAAP" Suppose the FASB changed the appropriate accounting for the prepayment. The new rule says to recognize the cash receipt immediately in comprehensive income, and include it in Net Income only as earned (again, at $1,000 per month). Prepare the statements, clearly labeling them as FASB Fantasy GAAP.

Paper For Above instruction

This paper presents the comprehensive financial statements of the hypothetical company, governed by two different accounting frameworks: current US-GAAP and the modified "FASB Fantasy GAAP." The objective is to illustrate how accounting treatments influence financial reporting, particularly emphasizing the handling of deferred revenue from a rental agreement received upfront, and the subsequent effects on the financial statements over a three-year period (20x1–20x3). The analysis covers income statements, balance sheets, statements of owners' equity, and the calculation of comprehensive income under both standards, integrating tax effects and changes in owner equity.

Introduction

Financial statements serve as critical tools for stakeholders to assess the financial health of a company. The treatment of certain transactions, such as prepayments, can significantly alter the reported income, assets, liabilities, and equity. This paper compares two approaches to revenue recognition: the conventional US-GAAP methodology and a hypothetical revision proposed by the FASB—here termed "FASB Fantasy GAAP." This comparison illuminates the impact of accounting rules on financial transparency and decision-making.

Background and Data

In September 20x1, the selected company entered into a rental agreement, receiving a substantial prepayment of $25,000, covering 25 months of rent at $1,000 per month. This transaction is non-capital and considers the company's income and tax obligations in subsequent years. The company's inventory of equity at the start of 20x1 and the issuance of additional stock in 20x2 are also incorporated into the analysis. The income figures provided exclude tax effects, and an income tax rate of 10% applies across all periods.

Accounting Treatment under Current US-GAAP

Under current US-GAAP, the upfront cash receipt from the tenant is recorded as a liability—specifically, unearned revenue—and amortized into income over the rental period at a rate of $1,000 per month. This method aligns with the revenue recognition principle, which stipulates that revenue should be recognized when earned, not necessarily when received.

The initial journal entry on September 30, 20x1, involved debiting cash and crediting unearned revenue for $25,000. Monthly amortization of $1,000 would then debit unearned revenue and credit rental income on the income statement, reflecting earned revenue as the months progress.

Accounting Treatment under "FASB Fantasy GAAP"

Contrastingly, the "FASB Fantasy GAAP" approach recognizes the entire cash receipt immediately in comprehensive income at the moment of receipt, viewing it as a direct addition to other comprehensive income rather than deferred revenue. Only as the rent is earned monthly would the income statement reflect recognition of revenue ($1,000 per month).

This approach effectively accelerates income recognition, impacting net income and comprehensive income substantially in 20x1, even though the actual economic reality remains unchanged.

Financial Statements Preparation

1. Income Statements

The income statements for each year are prepared under both accounting standards, illustrating differences in revenue recognition and consequent net income effects. Under current US-GAAP, revenues are deferred initially and recognized gradually, resulting in lower reported income in the early periods relative to the FASB Fantasy GAAP, which recognizes the entire amount upfront.

2. Balance Sheets

Balance sheets reflect the differentiation in asset and liability classification. Under current GAAP, unearned revenue appears as a liability, decreasing over time as revenue is recognized. The FASB Fantasy GAAP treats the cash received as a form of comprehensive income, with no unearned revenue liability. Stockholders’ equity reflects net income, retained earnings, and issued stock, with the initial balances adjusted for stock issuance in 20x2.

3. Statement of Owners’ Equity

The statement documents changes attributable to net income, stock issuance, and comprehensive income adjustments under each accounting rule set, demonstrating how the company's equity evolves annually.

4. Comprehensive Income

Comprehensive income consolidates net income with other comprehensive income, affected notably under the two standards by the treatment of prepayments.

Analysis and Comparison

The comparison underscores that the US-GAAP treatment adheres to revenue recognition principles, deferring income, which provides a conservative view of the company's earnings and liabilities at year-end. Conversely, the FASB Fantasy GAAP approach accelerates income recognition, potentially overstating earnings in the early periods and impacting perceived profitability and financial ratios.

Conclusion

This exercise highlights the importance of accounting standards in financial reporting and their influence on stakeholders’ perceptions of a company's financial position. The choice of accounting rule affects reported income, equity, and liabilities, underscoring the need for consistent application of standards that best represent economic realities.

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