I was very discouraged to have to deliver the news when I had a client tell me, “We are going to go through our Accounts Receivable and find invoices that we can write-off to lower out tax liability.” I replied to them, “Unfortunately, you file your taxes on a cash basis which means we do not recognize accounts receivable as revenue in the first place, which means you cannot “write-off” accounts receivable as an expense.” My client was disappointed to hear this news, but after I explained the benefits of filing their taxes on a cash basis, they understood.
As a business owner, it is very important to work with your accountant to determine if you should be filing your taxes on a cash or an accrual basis. How you file your taxes can have a major impact on your tax return. It is very important to understand the differences and make the decision that is right for your business with the help of your accountant.
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