Effect of different inventory cost flow methods on financial statements
The accounting records of Helen’s Clock Shop reflected the following balances as of January 1, 2011.
Cash | $50,800 |
Beginning inventory | 56,000 (200 units @ $280) |
Common stock | 43,000 |
Retained earnings | 63,800 |
The following Five transactions occurred in 2011:
1. First purchase (cash) 120 units @ $300
2. Second purchase (cash) 140 units @ $330
3. Sales (all cash) 400 units @ $450
4. Paid $30,000 cash for salaries expense.
5. Paid cash for income tax at the rate of 25 percent of income before taxes.
a. Compute the cost of goods sold and ending inventory, assuming (1) FIFO cost flow, (2) LIFO cost flow, and (3) weighted-average cost flow. Compute the income tax expense for each method.
b. Record the five transactions in general journal form and post to T-accounts assuming (1) FIFO cost flow, (2) LIFO cost flow, and (3) weighted-average cost flow.
c. Use a vertical model to show the 2011 income statement, balance sheet, and statement of cash flows under FIFO, LIFO, and weighted average. (Hint: Record the events under an accounting equation before preparing the statements.)
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