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Accounts Receivable

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Accounting and Audit

Definition

Accounts receivable represent amounts owed to a company by customers or clients for goods sold or services rendered on credit. Accounts receivable arise from credit sales, where customers are allowed to pay at a later date under agreed-upon terms. Managing accounts receivable effectively is essential for maintaining cash flow and liquidity, as well as minimizing bad debts and credit risk. Accounts receivable are recorded as assets on the balance sheet and are typically collected within a specified period.

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