What Is Journal Entry?
A record of a financial transaction posted to the general ledger with debits and credits.
Detailed Explanation
Every invoice creates at least one journal entry. Manual journal entries handle adjustments, accruals, and corrections outside the normal invoice flow.
Example
A journal entry debits accounts receivable and credits revenue when a sales invoice is issued.
Why It Matters
Accurate journal entries are the foundation of reliable financial statements.
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