Tax

Corporate Income Tax Provision

Accruing the estimated corporate tax on profits at the end of the fiscal year.

Account NameTypeDebit ($)Credit ($)
Income Tax ExpenseExpense (+)5,000.00-
Income Tax PayableLiability (+)-5,000.00

💡 Accountant's Note

This entry ensures the company's net profit reflects the tax burden for the period, even if the actual payment to the tax authorities happens months later.

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