Cashflow Forecasting

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Which ratio measures the liquidity risk of a business and its ability to generate cash to meet short-term financial commitments?

  • Debt to Equity Ratio
  • Overhead Rate
  • Labour Multiplier
  • Current Ratio (correct)

Which ratio measures whether a business is comfortable handling its debt obligations?

  • Current Ratio
  • Labour Multiplier
  • Debt to Equity Ratio (correct)
  • Overhead Rate

What is the formula for the current ratio?

  • Net revenue divided by direct labour costs
  • Current assets divided by current liabilities (correct)
  • Total overhead including indirect labour divided by direct labour costs
  • Total liabilities divided by shareholders’ equity

What is the formula for the profit margin?

<p>Net profit divided by net revenue x 100 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is the primary goal of financial management in an architectural practice?

<p>To achieve and sustain profits (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula for calculating profit in a business?

<p>Revenue minus expenses (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of setting aside a percentage of profit as a capital reserve?

<p>To cover expenses in lean years (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is financial planning important in an architectural practice?

<p>To guide strategic decisions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements accurately describes the Average Collection Period (ACP)?

<p>ACP measures the average number of days it takes to receive payment from the invoice date. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a component of the Balance Sheet?

<p>Current Assets (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'Accounts Payable' refer to?

<p>A record of accounts of money payable to consultants and to other suppliers for expenses. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of accounting is done within the architectural practice?

<p>Internal accounting (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of accounting includes the preparation and examination of financial statements to express an opinion on the financial position of the practice?

<p>External accounting (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the highest level of assurance provided by an external accountant?

<p>Audit (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which accounting system records all income and expenses as they occur in the general ledger?

<p>Accrual system (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which financial statement shows the financial position of a company at a given period?

<p>Balance Sheet (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which financial statement focuses on profitability and growth?

<p>Income Statement (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which financial statement is used to understand how to realize profit into cash?

<p>Cashflow Statement (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which financial statement is a detailed explanation of the change in cash on the balance sheet?

<p>Cashflow Statement (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a reason why a well-prepared cashflow projection may be necessary for negotiating a line of credit with the bank?

<p>To accurately monitor and control expenses (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can an accountant provide advice on in relation to banks approving loans and lines of credit?

<p>Information required by banks (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what chapter of the text can you find information on various methods of compensation or fee calculation?

<p>Chapter 3.9 - Architectural Services and Fees (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of an accountant in an architect practice?

<p>Designing architectural plans (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be considered when preparing a cashflow forecast?

<p>The architect's payment history (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) in an architect practice?

<p>Adhering to professional standards (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When is the best time to negotiate for a line of credit with a bank?

<p>When financing is not required (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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