A/R cash vs accrual
Why do different amounts show up for A/r if you run a cash vs accrual balance sheet?
Why do different amounts show up for A/r if you run a cash vs accrual balance sheet?








On the accrual balance sheet, you see all accounts receivable. On a cash basis balance sheet, there really shouldn't be any accounts receivable--you don't recognize the income until you receive the money. However, if there was another balance sheet account involved with the receivable (like retainage, a deposit, inventory, etc.), then it will show that balance only.
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