Accounting cycle refers to the process of accounting in which we firstly analyse a transaction and then we journalize it and then the accounting record for the transactions that will occur in the next period is prepared
Explanation:
Following are the Steps(rearranged) in the Accounting Cycle
- Transactions are analyzed and recorded in the journal.
- Transactions are posted to the ledger.
- An unadjusted trial balance is prepared.
- Adjustment data are assembled and analyzed.
- An optional end of period spreadsheet is prepared.
- Adjusting entries are journalized and posted to the ledger.
- An adjusted trial balance is prepared.
- Financial statements are prepared.
- Closing entries are journalized and posted to the ledger.
- A post-closing trial balance is prepared.