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Basic Accounting Terminology for PMs

PSMJ Resources

Professional service firms use accrual based accounting methodology, not cash-based, and once this is understood everything gets much simpler. The determination of income and recognition of revenue rests upon the collection of cash and payment of expenses in a cash-based system.

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A Cash Flow Guide for Architects

Levelset

Let’s take a look at the basics of cash flow and how architects can budget their expenses and forecast their income to stay in good financial standing. This is in contrast to an accrual basis , which is a form of accounting that tracks revenue and expenses when they are incurred, not when they are paid or received.

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Real-Time Work-in-Progress Figures — Construction’s Secret Weapon

ProcurementExpress.com

In the construction industry, WIPs cover the raw materials, plus labor and overhead, used as part of a project. Yes, WIPs are considered current assets – meaning, accountants consider inventory assets to be current, as they are expected to turn into cash within the year. WIP is one element of an inventory account.

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Real-Time Work-in-Progress Figures — Construction’s Secret Weapon

ProcurementExpress.com

In the construction industry, WIPs cover the raw materials, plus labor and overhead, used as part of a project. Yes, WIPs are considered current assets – meaning, accountants consider inventory assets to be current, as they are expected to turn into cash within the year. WIP is one element of an inventory account.

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How to Avoid Running Out of Cash on a Construction Project

Levelset

Otherwise, you could be overdrawn on your account. By predicting your cash requirements ahead of time, you know just how much work you can afford to take on and budget accordingly. Even if you budget your expenses and analyze your cash flow, unexpected expenses may arise, or you may have missed something in your initial planning.

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A Practical Guide to Construction Accounting Software

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Construction accounting software is a must-have, but may seem daunting to implement new solutions if your accounting technology hasn’t kept up with the complexities of your growing business. That includes accounting. Sure, accounting may have a bit of a reputation for being mundane. Everything Is Moving All the Time.

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Unique QuickBooks Setup For Contractors

Contractor Bookkeeping

QuickBooks Premier Accountant 2000 And Up. If your QuickBooks setup was done by a QuickBooks Expert in construction accounting and maintained correctly you are riding high and living well! The Chart of Accounts is the foundation and if your Chart of Accounts is not setup right you will not have anywhere to put the transactions.