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Hey friends! π
Ever wonder why accountants always talk about AJE (Adjusting Journal Entries) when it’s time to prepare business tax returns in the US? Donβt worry letβs break it down in a simple way! π‘
π What is an AJE?
An Adjusting Journal Entry (AJE) is just a way for accountants to βclean upβ or fine-tune the books before closing the year. It ensures everything is accurate and tax-ready!
Think of it like this:
Before you take a selfie πΈ, you fix your hair, clean your glasses, and find good lighting. Thatβs what AJEs dofor your financials!
π§Ύ Why Are AJEs Important for Tax Returns?
Here are a few reasons:
1. To Match Income & Expenses Correctly
Letβs say you received a payment in December but didnβt deliver the service until January. An AJE helps move that income to the right year, so your tax return reflects the real picture.
2. To Record Missing Entries
Sometimes, expenses like depreciation, interest, or accruals werenβt booked during the year. AJEs help catch and record them before finalizing the return.
3. To Align with Tax Rules
Some adjustments are required to follow tax lawsβlike adjusting meals, entertainment, or depreciation to IRS rules.
Examples:
Letβs say your business bought a machine for $1,20,000.
You forgot to post depreciation.
π Without AJE: Profit = $5,00,000
π‘ With AJE ($24,000 depreciation): Profit = $4,76,000
π You save tax on $24,000! π§ π°
Now meet Rachel π©βπΌ
She paid $1,20,000 rent in advance for 12 months but recorded it all in April.
β Books show huge April expense
β AJE spreads $10,000/month = Clean, accurate P&L
π― Moral of the story?
AJEs = Your books’ last-minute glow-up π before meeting the taxman!