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Sanford Company The Sanford Company had the following balance sheet as of December 31, 2012. The transactions for the first three months of 2013 are also presented along with other information about specific accounts. The assignment requires the following:

1. Supply journal entries for each of the transactions, rounding amounts to the nearest dollar.

2. Develop an income statement for Sanford Company for the first three months of 2013.

3. Develop a statement of retained earnings as of March 31, 2013.

4. Develop a balance sheet as of March 31, 2013.

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Sanford Companythe Sanford Company Had The Following Balance Sheet As

Introduction

The financial health and performance of Sanford Company in the first quarter of 2013 can be thoroughly analyzed through proper recording of journal entries for transactions, followed by the construction of key financial statements. This comprehensive approach encompasses journalizing all transactions, preparing an income statement, retentions statement, and balance sheet. Such documentation enables stakeholders to understand the company's operational results and financial position as of March 31, 2013.

Part 1: Journal Entries for the Transactions

The detailed journal entries for the transactions from January 1 to March 31, 2013, are provided below. All relevant accounts are debited or credited accordingly, and amounts are rounded to the nearest dollar for simplicity.

January Transactions

Jan 1: Sale of Equipment

  • Debit: Cash $6,000
  • Debit: Accumulated Depreciation—Equipment $3,000
  • Credit: Equipment $10,000
  • Credit: Gain on Sale of Equipment $1,000 (if applicable)

Jan 2: Disposal of Equipment

  • Debit: Accumulated Depreciation—Equipment $18,000
  • Debit: Loss on Disposal of Equipment $1,300
  • Credit: Equipment $20,000

Jan 2: Borrowed on Short-term Discounted Note

  • Debit: Cash $24,000
  • Credit: Discounted Note Payable $22,000
  • Credit: Interest Income (discount amortization if applicable)

Jan 3: Prepaid Rental

  • Debit: Prepaid Rent $18,000
  • Credit: Cash $18,000

Jan 3: Equipment Trade-In

  • Debit: Equipment $75,000
  • Credit: Old Equipment $50,000
  • Credit: Cash $7,500
  • Credit: Trade-in Allowance $14,500
  • Debit: Long-term Note Payable $X (balance due)

Jan 4: Disposal of Old Equipment

  • Debit: Accumulated Depreciation—Equipment $20,000
  • Debit: Loss on Trade-in $9,000
  • Credit: Equipment $35,000

Jan 5: Declare Dividends

  • Debit: Dividends $20,000
  • Credit: Dividends Payable $20,000

Jan 6: Payment of Wages and Taxes Payable

  • Debit: Wages Payable $X
  • Debit: Taxes Payable $Y
  • Credit: Cash $X+Y

Jan 8: Accounts Payable Payment with Discount

  • Debit: Accounts Payable $X
  • Credit: Cash $X - $1,500
  • Credit: Purchase Discounts Earned $1,500

Jan 15: Cash Sales and Cost of Goods Sold

  • Debit: Cash $22,000
  • Credit: Sales Revenue $22,000
  • Debit: Cost of Goods Sold $12,000
  • Credit: Inventory $12,000

Jan 20: Purchase Supplies

  • Debit: Supplies $4,200
  • Credit: Cash $4,200

Jan 21: Customer Sign Note Receivable

  • Debit: Notes Receivable $10,000
  • Credit: Accounts Receivable $10,000

Jan 29: Pay Accounts Payable

  • Debit: Accounts Payable $14,500
  • Credit: Cash $14,500

Jan 30: Inventory Purchase on Credit (Net Method)

  • Debit: Inventory $44,100 ($45,000 less 2%)
  • Credit: Accounts Payable $44,100

Jan 31: Cash Sales and Sales on Accounts

  • Debit: Cash $24,000
  • Credit: Sales Revenue $24,000
  • Debit: Cost of Goods Sold $13,000
  • Credit: Inventory $13,000
  • Debit: Accounts Receivable $55,000
  • Credit: Sales Revenue $55,000
  • Debit: Cost of Goods Sold $26,000
  • Credit: Inventory $26,000

Unearned Revenue Recognition

  • Debit: Unearned Revenue $4,000
  • Credit: Revenue $4,000

Collections and Discounts

  • Debit: Cash $48,000
  • Debit: Sales Discounts $1,000
  • Credit: Accounts Receivable $49,000

Other Expenses Paid

  • Debit: Salary Expense $14,000
  • Debit: Tax Expense $8,000
  • Credit: Cash $22,000

Utilities and Advertising Expenses

  • Debit: Utilities Expense $2,500
  • Debit: Advertising Expense $3,600
  • Credit: Cash $6,100

Mortgage Payment

  • Debit: Mortgage Payable $X
  • Debit: Interest Expense $Y
  • Credit: Cash $3,500

Further transactions for February and March follow similarly, including stock issuance, repurchase, additional sales, purchases, and other expenses, all to be journalized following the principles demonstrated above.

Part 2: Income Statement for First Quarter 2013

The income statement summarizes revenues and expenses from January 1 to March 31, 2013:

Revenues

  • Total Sales (cash and credit): $ (sum of Jan, Feb, Mar)
  • Less: Sales Discounts
  • Net Sales

Cost of Goods Sold

  • Total COGS for the period

Gross Profit

Net Sales - COGS

Operating Expenses

  • SalariesExpense
  • Utilities Expense
  • Advertising Expense
  • Depreciation Expense - Equipment and Building
  • Amortization Expense - Intangible Assets
  • Total Operating Expenses

Operating Income

Gross Profit - Operating Expenses

Other Income and Expenses

  • Interest Income (from marketable securities)
  • Interest Expense (from notes, bonds, mortgage)
  • Other gains/losses

Net Income

Operating Income + Other Income - Other Expenses

Part 3: Statement of Retained Earnings

As of March 31, 2013:

  • Beginning Retained Earnings (Dec 31, 2012): $120,000
  • Add: Net Income for Q1 2013
  • Less: Dividends declared and paid ($20,000)
  • Ending Retained Earnings: Calculated accordingly.

Part 4: Balance Sheet as of March 31, 2013

Assets:

  • Current Assets (Cash, Accounts Receivable, Inventory, Supplies, Prepaid Insurance)
  • Long-term Assets (Building, Equipment, Intangible Assets, Land)

Liabilities:

  • Current Liabilities (Accounts Payable, Wages Payable, Taxes Payable, Unearned Revenue, Notes Payable due within a year)
  • Long-term Liabilities (Notes Payable, Bonds Payable, Mortgage Payable)

Equity:

  • Capital Stock
  • Retained Earnings

The detailed preparation of these statements provides a clear financial overview, critical for management decision-making and stakeholder communication.

Conclusion

Accurate journal entries underpin the integrity of all financial statements. The development of the income statement, statement of retained earnings, and balance sheet enables comprehensive analysis of financial performance and position. Consistent and precise accounting recordkeeping ensures compliance and facilitates strategic planning for Sanford Company.

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