10. Non-Trading Organisations
Non-trading organisations, also known as not-for-profit organisations, primarily aim to serve public interests rather than generate profit. Their function is critical in providing essential community services like healthcare and education, with specific accounting practices that ensure transparency and accountability. Key financial statements include the Receipts and Payments Account, Income and Expenditure Account, and Balance Sheet, with essential adjustments for income and expenses to accurately reflect financial positions.
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- Non-trading organisations operate for social, educational, or charitable purposes rather than profit.
- Key financial statements for non-trading organisations include Receipts and Payments Account, Income and Expenditure Account, and Balance Sheet.
- Accurate adjustments for subscriptions, depreciation, and outstanding expenses are vital for financial reporting.
Key Concepts
- -- NonTrading Organisation
- An entity focused on serving public interests without the primary aim of making profits, which reinvests surpluses into its activities.
- -- Receipts and Payments Account
- A financial record summarizing all cash transactions over a period, reflecting amounts received and paid out.
- -- Income and Expenditure Account
- An account prepared on an accrual basis to show the financial performance over a period, distinguishing between income earned and expenses incurred.
- -- Balance Sheet
- A financial statement demonstrating the financial position of an organisation at a specific date, listing its assets and liabilities.
- -- Adjustments
- Necessary changes made to financial records to account for accrued income, outstanding expenses, and other financial realities not immediately reflected.
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