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BACHELOR THESIS
Major: Advanced Accounting
Ha Noi, 2023
NATIONAL ECONOMICS UNIVERSITY
ADVANCED EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS
BACHELOR THESIS
Ha Noi, 2023
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
The completion of this study internship report has been an incredible journey
for me and my personal development, and I would want to spend this part personally
sending my appreciation to all of the assistance that I have received during the process,
from my supervisors and But Thap Garment and Fashion joint stock company.
First and foremost, I want to voice my deepest gratitude to my supervisor,
Assoc. Prof. Nguyen Thanh Hieu, who has been incredibly supportive to me since the
first day. Without her sound and timely advice, I would have been lost during this
process. The criticality in her feedback did not only help me to improve this paper, but
it also contributed a lot to my critical thinking, which I deem to be useful in my future
career.
Second, I sincerely extend my appreciation to Mr. Le Thanh Truong - Director
of But Thap Garment and Fashion joint stock company for giving me an opportunity to
work as an accounting intern, and also to Ms. Nguyen Thi Van – Chief Accountant,
who was in charge of managing me during my internship, and all the accounting
members of the enterprise have helped me a lot.
Last but not least, I would like to thank the School of Advanced Educational
Programs (AEP) for helping students put knowledge into practice and obtain realistic
working experience. Thank you for encouraging me to step outside of my comfort
zone as well as for my consistency. I am looking forward to receiving valuable
comments from teachers so that my knowledge in this field can be more complete and
at the same time have additional conditions to improve my knowledge.
Thank you, everyone!
Table of Contents
INTRODUCTION.......................................................................................................1
CHAPTER 1: FEATURES OF RAW MATERIALS AND MANAGEMENT OF
RAW MATERIALS AT BUT THAP GARMENT AND FASHION JOINT
STOCK COMPANY...................................................................................................3
1.1. Features of raw materials at firm But Thap Garment and Fashion joint
stock company..........................................................................................................3
1.1.1. Characteristics of Raw materials at But Thap Garment and Fashion
joint stock company..............................................................................................3
1.1.2. Classification and code of raw materials at But Thap Garment and
Fashion joint stock company................................................................................4
1.1.3. Valuation for raw materials.......................................................................5
1.2. Features of supply chain for raw materials at But Thap Garment and
Fashion joint stock company...................................................................................8
1.2.1 Procedure for receiving raw material.........................................................9
1.2.2 Procedure for storing raw material..........................................................11
1.2.3 Procedure for delivering raw material.....................................................12
1.3. Features of organization of raw materials at But Thap Garment and
Fashion joint stock company.................................................................................13
CHAPTER 2: CURRENT SITUATION OF ACCOUNTING PROCEDURES
FOR RAW MATERIALS AT BUT THAP GARMENT AND FASHION JOINT
STOCK COMPANY..................................................................................................15
2.1. Detailed accounting for raw materials at firm But Thap Garment and
Fashion joint stock company.................................................................................15
2.1.1. Accounting documents and procedure....................................................15
2.1.2 Detailed Recording Process.......................................................................29
2.2. General Accounting for raw materials at But Thap Garment and Fashion
joint stock company................................................................................................35
2.2.1. Accounts used at But Thap Garment and Fashion JSC.........................35
2.2.2. Recording process of materials at But Thap Fashion and Garment JSC
.............................................................................................................................. 37
CHAPTER 3: COMPLETING ACCOUNTING PROCEDURES FOR RAW
MATERIALS AT BUT THAP GARMENT AND FASHION JOINT STOCK
COMPANY................................................................................................................41
3.1. Assessing the current accounting for raw materials and tools at But Thap
Garment and Fashion joint stock company..........................................................41
3.1.1. Advantages.................................................................................................41
3.1.2. Disadvantages............................................................................................44
3.2. Recommendations for improving accounting of materials at But Thap
Garment and fashion joint stock company...........................................................46
3.2.1. Management of raw materials.................................................................46
3.2.2. T-account, cost flow methods, recording methods..................................47
3.2.3. Accounting documents and documents transfer.....................................49
3.2.4. Detailed accounting books........................................................................50
3.2.5. General accounting books.........................................................................50
3.2.6. Report of raw materials............................................................................50
CONCLUSION..........................................................................................................52
STATUTORY DECLARATION
I hereby declare that this is my accounting internship report. The statistics and
study findings were generated by the But Thap Garment and Fashion Joint Stock
Company's Accounting Department and were not plagiarized from any other sources.
Moreover, in the report, there are a number of references that have been cited and
clearly annotated. I would like to take full responsibility to the department and school
for this commitment.
I herewith formally declare that I myself have written the submitted Bachelor
Thesis independently. I did not use any outside support except for the quoted literature
and other sources mentioned at the end of this paper.
I clearly marked and separately listed all the literature and all other sources which I
employed producing this academic work, either literally or in content.
Phan Van Vu
LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS
Acronyms Meaning
COGS Cost of goods sold
No. Number
JSC Joint Stock Company
VAT Value added tax
VND Vietnam Dong
LIST OF TABLES
LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 1 - 1: The raw materials flow in But Thap Garment and Fashion JSC................8
Figure 1 - 2: Raw materials receiving procedure.........................................................10
Figure 1 - 3: But Thap Garment and Fashion JSC ‘s organizational structure.............13
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During my internship at But Thap Garment and Fashion joint stock company, I
gathered primary and secondary data to ensure that all of the information in the thesis
was accurate.
Primary information: I interviewed administrators at But Thap Garment and
Fashion joint stock company, such as the Director, Chief Accountant, accountants in
charge of each accounting section, and a few other related employees to gain a
thorough understanding of raw material accounting issues in preparation for thesis
implementation. I have prepared some interview questions as well as an interview
schedule.
Secondary data: all accounting books pertinent to my thesis topic, such as
General Ledger, Detailed Book, Accounting voucher, and so on.
The structure of the thesis
Chapter 1: Feature of raw materials and management of raw materials at But Thap
Garment and Fashion joint stock company.
Chapter 2: Current situations of accounting for raw materials at But Thap Garment and
Fashion joint stock company.
Chapter 3: Completing accounting for raw materials at But Thap Garment and Fashion
joint stock company.
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CHAPTER 1: FEATURES OF RAW MATERIALS AND MANAGEMENT OF
RAW MATERIALS AT BUT THAP GARMENT AND FASHION JOINT
STOCK COMPANY
1.1. Features of raw materials at firm But Thap Garment and Fashion joint
stock company
1.1.1. Characteristics of Raw materials at But Thap Garment and Fashion joint
stock company
The material has two main characteristics:
Raw materials are a crucial factor for many companies involved in the garment
manufacturing industry. The product's quality and durability are significantly
influenced by its raw material quality as well as by its texture and design.
It is important for But Thap Company to prioritize the quality of raw materials,
given their primary market of international consumers who seek high-quality goods
and unique designs. Depending on the product's design and intended function, each
step of the extensive manufacturing process may require a distinct type of material.
Within the same production line, multiple fabric resources can be utilized to create a
diverse range of garments, highlighting the industry's abundance and variety of input
materials. Therefore, But Thap Company sources and employs a vast array of
materials in various forms, styles, textures, and colors.
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the category of indirect materials, they constitute distinct concepts. Trimmings, such as
buttons, beads, badges, and zippers, are directly sewn onto garments for functional
purposes. Conversely, accessories are used for decorative purposes and are not
typically attached to garments via sewing. Examples of accessories include hangtags,
pins, collar stands, elastic bags, and cartons.
1.1.2. Classification and code of raw materials at But Thap Garment and Fashion
joint stock company
There are several kinds of raw materials used by But Thap company, each with
unique characteristics and applications. Thus, it is essential to classify raw materials
accurately to ease their administration and precise accounting. In recognition of this,
the company classifies its materials in the following ways:
Direct Raw Materials: fabrics (such as cotton, denim, polyester, wool, khaki,
corduroy, silk, etc.). For the value of use, there can be 2 main types of fabrics
which are shell and lining. The shell fabric is the outer layer of the garment
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while the lining is the inner layer, next to the body. Besides, thread, yarn,
wadding, and dyeing chemicals can also be considered as direct materials.
Indirect Raw Materials: comprise trimmings (beads, badges, buckles, buttons,
bands, zippers, ...) and accessories (collar stands, hang tags, plastic bags, carton,
...)
Waste Materials: deteriorated materials, scrap cloths (materials that do not meet
the prescribed technical standards and are recovered from the production
process).
The aforementioned classification system streamlines the process of material
management for the company. With the implementation of appropriate storage
categorization, the organization can more effectively monitor the variability of raw
materials.
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Table 1 - 1: Material code at But Thap Garment and Fashion JSC
04 Others
001 Needle size 65x9 P1
002 Needle 75x11 P2
003 Needle 90x14 P3
004 Rubber band P80
005 Hang tag P100
006 Plastic bag P150
007 Carton P151
008 Velcro (size 20-50mm) P152
009 Bell loop C84 P187
010 Bell loop C92 P188
Source: Accounting Department at But Thap JSC
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For the materials purchased from foreign manufacturers
The company's raw materials are mainly imported from foreign sources (outsourced by
processing suppliers).
Non-
Cost of
Purchase Direct/Related Import refundable Deductions
received = + + + -
price Cost duty taxes (if (if any)
material
any)
It is important to note that the price stated on the invoice does not encompass value-
added tax (VAT). Additionally, non-refundable taxes, including special excise duty,
import VAT, and environmental protection tax will be incurred. The expenses
connected to the procurement process, such as transportation fees, loading and
unloading charges, storage expenses, insurance, remuneration for procurement
personnel, and other related costs, will be considered as purchase costs. Discounts
applicable to trades, sales, etc., will be categorized as deductions.
To ensure trading with foreign companies is carried out smoothly, exchange rate
matters are given high priority and the purchase price is determined on a case-by-case
basis:
If payment is transferred all at once before receiving the raw materials, the
purchase price will be calculated at the exchange rate on the payment date.
If payment is transferred at once after receiving the raw materials, the
purchase price will be calculated at the exchange rate on the customs
declaration.
If payment is transferred multiple times before and after receiving the raw
materials, the purchase price will be calculated according to the exchange
rate on the customs declaration.
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For the materials purchased from domestic manufacturers
Purchas Direct/
Cost of received material = + - Deductions (if any)
e price Related Cost
Example 1.1: According to the invoice dated October 12 th in 2022, the company
purchased 1,200 meters of cotton from VINH PHUC EXPORT GARMENT
COMPANY LIMITED to be used in the manufacturing process. The unit price of the
material is VND 55,000 per meter (excluding VAT). Delivery and unloading fees are
VND 1,100,000 including VAT 10%.
= VND 67,000,000
Unit cost of the materials received = VND 67,000,000/1,200 units = VND 55,833.33
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Example 1.2: On October 25th in 2022, the company purchased 130 coils of white
thread and 150 coils of black thread from VINH PHUC EXPORT GARMENT
COMPANY LIMITED to be used in the manufacturing process. The unit price of the
white thread is 17,900 VND per coil and the black thread is 21,200 VND per coil
(without VAT). (No shipping cost)
Raw materials of But Thap company are procured from different sources and at
different times, hence, there will be inevitable disparity in price of the materials in the
same category. Therefore, it is indispensable to have a rational and efficient measure
to keep track of the cost.
The company follows the “First in First out (FIFO)" method to determine the cost of
dispatched raw materials. This approach implies first purchased or imported materials
should be dispatched first then followed by the newer materials.
Example 1.3: On November 25th, 2022, the company dispatched 40 coils of white
thread and 25 coils of black thread.
Provided that the beginning inventory of white thread: 12 coils; 19,000 VND/unit.
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White thread: 12 units x 19,000 VND + 28 units x 17,900 VND = 729,200
VND
Black thread: 20 units x 19,800 VND + 5 units x 21,200 VND = 502,000 VND
1.2. Features of supply chain for raw materials at But Thap Garment and
Fashion joint stock company
The manner in which raw materials are controlled and handled can immensely affect
productivity along with the cost of production. With this in mind, the company
attaches great importance to the establishment of an efficient and scientific material
circulation system to enhance the continuity and synchronization of the production
line. The circulation involved several processes from receiving raw materials to
dispatching them to the manufacturing of the desired product.
The flow chart below indicates 3 main processes which simplify how raw materials are
transferred from one stage to another.
Figure 1 - 1: The raw materials flow in But Thap Garment and Fashion JSC
RECEPTION
STORAGE
DISPATCH
Raw materials of the company are formed from many different sources: purchasing
from domestic and foreign suppliers, self-processing, outsourced processing and even
waste materials. The company monitors and manages the receipt of raw materials for
each source.
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For purchased materials
The vast majority of But Thap Company's raw materials are purchased from outside
suppliers and mostly imported from foreign manufacturers. The company usually buys
materials from familiar suppliers with long-term business relationships. However, for
several contracts from the clients require the company to import raw materials from
them or purchase materials at their designated sources, the company will comply with
the customers' requirements.
Based on the plan for the number of raw materials needed, the import-export
department will draw up a purchasing plan and submit it to the general manager for
approval. When the plan is approved, it will be transferred to the import - export
department. The department will draft a purchase contract and the company's
representative will sign a contract with the seller. After that, the warehouse keeper and
the material accountant will be informed of the quantity and time of the imports to
prepare for the reception.
At the time the materials arrive, based on the invoice, the testing committee, including
the technical representative and the warehouse keeper, shall inspect the quantity,
quality as well as the unit price of the materials and all the related documents. If the
materials meet the requirements, the material accountant will make "goods received
notes" and transfer them to the warehouse keeper for input transaction. The warehouse
keeper will arrange the materials in appropriate areas and record the information on the
warehouse card. All information on materials will then be updated immediately into
the warehouse management system. The items which do not conform with the
specifications shall be refused and the technical department will record the
discrepancy and notify instantly to the proposing unit in order to promptly remedy or
re-import adequate standard materials.
The "Goods received note" will be formed and saved into 2 copies: a copy for storage
and a copy for the warehouse keeper to record and submit to the accounting
department for posting.
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Figure 1 - 2: Raw materials receiving procedure.
Receive, record
Prepare Approve the plan Prepare "Goods
Inspect the warehouse card
procurement and sign the Received Note" Record the raw
received raw and arrange the
plan and draft contract with the for the raw meterials
materials raw materials in
the contract supplier materials
warehouses
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For processed materials
In the realm of material processing, there are two primary classifications: those
processed internally by the company and those handled through outsourcing
agreements. Upon receipt of either type of material, the warehouse keeper and
technical department initiate an inspection procedure to verify that the materials
conform to specific requirements. From there, the receipt process closely mirrors that
of newly purchased materials. In the event that any defects are discovered, the
materials are sent back to the processing site for remediation in order to satisfy
applicable standards.
At But Thap Company, each workshop has its own separate material warehouse which
helps the manufacturing process avoid unnecessary travel times and delays in delivery,
loading and unloading raw materials.
Due to the diversity in types of materials and the nature of their storage conditions, the
materials are arranged neatly and divided into specific areas according to their
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characteristics, classification and the ordering company's name code. This suitable
organization and indexing system provide the right support for the warehouse
managers to easily monitor the fluctuations of raw materials and ensure timely supply
for production.
Each warehouse has a warehouse manager and a security guard to avoid the situation
of damage due to physical and chemical impacts as well as protecting the raw
materials for the company from being lost. Additionally, the company also takes fire
prevention and protective solutions in accordance with the state regulations, with the
purpose of ensuring safety and reducing damage when a fire incident occurs.
At the end of the month, the warehouse keeper conducts an examination of in-stock
raw materials in order to check and detect any cases of deficiency or impairment to
take appropriate measures promptly, avoid adverse effects to the production. Forms of
examination can be varied, for instance, weighing, measuring, physical counting,
quality checking, etc., depending on the characteristics of each type of material. To
keep track of the materials, the warehouse keeper manages the materials by warehouse
card. Warehouse cards are made separately for each type of material. The warehouse
keeper calculates the amount of inventory of each type of raw material both in as a
basis for comparison with the detailed book made by the material accountant.
After that, the accountant makes a comparison between the data in the accounting
book and the actual inventory data. In case of detecting discrepancies, the accountant
will make a record in time notify the managers to find solutions to handle deviations
appropriately.
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The process of dispatching raw materials for production of the company
When there is a need for raw materials, the workshops calculate and prepare a "Bill of
materials" (BOM) or a "Request for supply materials" then send it directly to the
board of directors for consideration and approval.
The technical department receives the request and re-calculates the number of raw
materials needed based on the production plan assigned to the workshop and the pre-
established consumption norms, then transfer the request form to the accounting
department.
The material accountant conducts inventory inspection. In case the quantity of the
requested materials is insufficient compared with the proposal, the situation will be
notified to the workshop for adjustment. On the other hand, if the quantity is
guaranteed comply with the request, the accountant prepares the "goods dispatch note"
and transfer it to the warehouse keeper to carry out the materials on demand.
The warehouse manager relies on the information on the "goods dispatched note"
(fully signed by the relevant division managers) to pick up and arrange the materials as
required; check the quality and actual condition of the materials before delivery.
The "goods dispatched notes" are made into 3 copies: one is saved at the billing
section; one is for the warehouse keeper records into the warehouse cards then
transfers to the accounting department for bookkeeping; and the last one is for the
recipient of the materials
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Figure 1 - 3: Raw materials dispatching procedure.
Check the
Prepare a Calculate the inventory and Dispatch and
Approve the Record the raw
request for raw materials prepare "Goods record the raw
request meterials
materials needed Dispatched materials
Note
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The process of dispatching economical materials and waste materials for sale
With the consent of the general director, the sales department is responsible for send
the delivery order to the accounting department. After checking the inventory for the
saved or waste materials, the accountant will base on the information on the order to
issue a “goods dispatched note" (sales invoice) and transfer it to the warehouse keeper
to carry out the delivery upon the request. The “goods dispatched note" is made into
3 copies for the accounting department, the warehouse keeper and the recipient of the
materials.
The VAT invoice is made in 3 copies: 1 copy for the buyer, 1 copy for the accounting
department, 1 copy kept in the sales department.
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1.3. Features of organization of raw materials at But Thap Garment and Fashion joint stock company
Figure 1 - 4: But Thap Garment and Fashion JSC ‘s organizational structure.
Executive Director
Industrial Human
Import - Export Technical Production Accounting
Engineering Resource
Department Department Department Department
Department Department
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In the management of raw materials at But Thap Garment and Fashion JSC, the roles
and responsibilities of the relevant divisions along with individuals are described in
Figure 1 - 3 as follows:
❖ Industrial Engineering Department: has the role of the creation and implementation
of process enhancements and technology advancements; examining the production
schedules, procedures, requirements and relevant data; creating manufacturing
methods that optimize effectiveness and minimize waste.
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based on the company's actual annual situation. In addition, in order to satisfy the
demands of high business efficiency, the department actively investigates and
develops solutions to enhance and supplement the organizational structure. An annual
plan is in place to coordinate staff reward, discipline, labor management strategies, and
policies. This department also puts numerous other projects into action once the
general director has accepted them.
The human resource department will provide paperwork support to other divisions
within the corporation. Furthermore, it also reports to the director on the quality and
number of staff by monitoring, evaluating, and analyzing them. This also serves as a
link between the director and the other departments.
❖ Production Department:
Ensure smooth production flow from the cutting section to finished garments.
Ensure necessary Input in every section to keep balance in production flow with
minimum Work in Process.
Make necessary input in every section to keep balance in the production flow.
Maintain production logs against every order number and daily set a production
target and follow up every hour.
Create on-time delivery with good quality products.
❖ Accounting Department: accountable for aiding the director in organizing and
coordinating accounting and statistics activities. Simultaneously, they check and
supervise the financial records and documentation of the enterprise. In charge of
ensuring efficient capital management and utilization, as well as producing annual
financial statements for managers and state officials. After the contract of both parties
is completed, the sales team will submit all sales invoices and payment records
(combining recently paid retail customers and unpaid invoices from other entities) to
the accounting department to record sales revenue, manage debts of the buyer, and
prepare financial reports on the enterprise’s financial situation.
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As a Warehouse Keeper, the individual is responsible for the efficient
implementation of procedures pertaining to the receiving and dispatching of raw
materials:
monitor and oversee the variations in the inflow and outflow of raw materials,
providing complete and timely documentation of such materials in terms of
their amount, quality and worth.
carry out the precise determination and allocation of material costs within
production expenses in strict adherence to established company guidelines.
engage in the process of stocktaking and re-valuation of all raw materials in
accordance with State regulatory requirements. This procedure is crucial in
identifying and addressing any occurrences of waste, absentees, stagnated or
deteriorating materials in a timely manner.
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conduct cross-referencing the data on the accounting ledgers with the
warehouse keeper's records in order to ascertain the precise inventory levels of
every material and to identify any discrepancies that may exist.
assemble and disseminate information on the raw materials utilized in the
organization's financial statements, as well as examine business operations for
analytical purposes.
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CHAPTER 2: CURRENT SITUATION OF ACCOUNTING PROCEDURES
FOR RAW MATERIALS AT BUT THAP GARMENT AND FASHION JOINT
STOCK COMPANY
2.1. Detailed accounting for raw materials at firm But Thap Garment and
Fashion joint stock company
The accounting documents exercised at, But Thasp Garment and Fashion joint stock
company are approved in compliance with the accounting voucher system provided
under the Circular 200/2014/TT-BTC, issued by the Minister of Finance.
Depending on some specific transactions or situations, the types and the number of
accounting documents needed will have some slight differences.
Purchase contract.
VAT Invoice.
Minutes on testing raw materials.
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Goods received notes.
The rotation process of the above documents is interpreted simply by the following
diagram:
Purchase Contract
The raw materials are delivered to the warehouse along with the "VAT Invoice"
Based on the demand for raw materials for manufacturing, the marketing Import-
Export Department will contact the supplier and conclude a purchase contract. After
the contract is approved and signed, the raw materials will be delivered to the
warehouse of But Thap company together with a "VAT Invoice" of the purchased
materials, including details of the materials in terms of quantity, types and price.
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Example 2.1: On November 12th, 2022, the company purchased 1,200m of cotton, and
the VAT invoice received as follows:
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Apart from that, the company also received a VAT invoice to charge for the delivery
fee of cotton to the company’s warehouse.
Then, the inspection committee carries out an examination on the quantity, genre plus
other descriptions and prepares a "Minutes on testing raw materials". The minutes
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must clearly state the testing committee's conclusions. The inspection committee
consists of the warehouse keeper, the representative of the technical department and
the delivery person.
Inspection Committee:
Mr./Mrs.: Le Van Hung Position: Technical Rep. Chief of committee
Mr./Mrs.: Pham Tue
Position: Warehouse Keeper Member
Thu
Mr./Mrs.: La Gia Bao Position: Shipper Member
Have inspected the following items:
Results
No Testing Uni Stated Not
Items Quantity of Quantity of
. method t quantity e
correct incorrect
Cotto Measurin
1 m 1,200 1,200 0
n g
Predicated on the VAT invoice and the Minutes on testing materials, the material
accountant compares the information with the purchase contract and forms the “Goods
received Note” in 2 copies: one for storage and the other for the warehouse keeper.
According to the valuation method of received raw material mentioned above, the
transportation cost is included in the cost of the received materials. Therefore, the
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price of received raw materials record on the “Goods received note” is VND
67,000,000 (as calculated in example 1.1)
Total 67,000,000
Total amount in words: Sixty-seven million Vietnam dong.
Enclosed original documents: …
November 12th, 2022
Preparer Shipper Warehouse keeper Chief Committee
(Sign, full (Sign, full
(Sign, full name) (Sign, full name)
name) name)
The warehouse keeper receives the note along with the materials and updates the data
in the warehouse cards. After signing the note for confirmation, the warehouse keeper
sends it back to the accounting department for bookkeeping and preservation with
original documents.
Example 2.2: For the transaction on November 25th, 2022, the company purchased
130 coils of white thread and 150 coils of black thread from VINH PHUC EXPORT
GARMENT COMPANY LIMITED. The documents flow is described as followings:
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Table 2 - 5: VAT Invoice for purchase of thread.
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Table 2 - 6: Minutes on testing raw materials for thread
BUT THAP GARMENT AND FASION JOINT STOCK COMPANY
But Thap Village, Dinh To Commune, Thuan Thanh District, Bac Ninh Province
Phone: 0913 570 916
Inspection Committee:
Mr./Mrs.: Le Van Hung Position: Technical Rep. Chief of committee
Mr./Mrs.: Pham Tue Thu Position: Warehouse Keeper Member
Mr./Mrs.: La Hoang Bao Position: Shipper Member
Have inspected the following items:
Results
No Testing Stated
Items Unit Quantity of Quantity of Note
. method quantity
correct incorrect
White thread
1 Count Coil 130 130 0
40/2
Black thread
2 60/3 Count Coil 150 150 0
After receiving the threads, the inspection process took place and the “Minutes on
testing materials” was formed. Without disparity, the material accountant prepares
the “Goods received note”, and the procedure went on.
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Table 2 - 7: Goods received note for thread.
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The following diagram briefly describes the flow of accounting documents for the
dispatched raw materials at But Thap Garment and Fashion Joint Stock Company
Warehouse keeper receives the note and dispatches the required materials
Warehouse keeper records on the cards and transfers "Goods dispatched note" to
the Material Accountant
Subsequently, the warehouse keeper signs and sends the Goods dispatched notes
back to the accounting department for recordings and keeping.
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Example 2.3: On November 22nd, 2022, Workshop No.1 required to issue 15,000
meters of cotton for production.
After receiving approval, the material accountant checked the inventory data and
realized:
The beginning inventory for cotton was 14,325 meters with a value of VND
696,195,000 => unit price = VND 48,600
The received cotton during the process was 1,200 meters with a value of VND
67,000,000 => unit price = VND 55033.33
Because the company applied the FIFO method, the material accountant calculated the
cost of dispatched materials and prepared the goods dispatched note as follows:
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Table 2 - 9: Goods dispatched note - Cotton
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Example 2.4: On November 25th ,2022, Workshop No.2 required to issue 40 coils of
white thread 40/2 and 25 Coils of black thread 60/3 for production.
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Table 2 - 11: Goods dispatched note - Threads
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2.1.2 Detailed Recording Process
With a view to ensure a close monitoring of existing numbers and fluctuations of each
raw materials in terms of quantity, quality, type and value, the company adopts
“parallel card” method for detailed recording process. According to this method, the
accounting department shall coordinate with the warehouse keeper to account in detail
the raw materials based on the goods received/dispatched notes, from which are
recorded in the relevant card books.
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At the warehouse
The warehouse keeper relies on the notes of received goods and dispatched goods to
record the factual amount into the appropriate warehouse cards. Each type of material
is tracked on a particular card. The warehouse keeper must regularly collate the
number of materials on the warehouse card with the actual number of remaining
materials in stock. On a daily or periodic basis, after recording the cards, the
warehouse keeper must transfer all the receipt and dispatch documents to the
accounting department.
Example 2.5: On November 30th, 2022, based on the received and dispatched notes of
raw materials, the warehouse keeper recorded the warehouse cards as follows.
WAREHOUSE CARD
November 2022
No.: 01
Material Name: Cotton Unit: m
Material Code: 50
Voucher's Code Input/ Quantity Accountant's
No. Date Description
Input Output Output Date Input Output Balance Signature
Opening balance 14,325
1 12/11 PNK005 Purchase 12/11 1,200 15,525
2 22/11 PXK005 Dispatch 22/11 15,000 525
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Table 2 - 13: Warehouse Card for White Thread
BUT THAP GARMENT AND FASION JOINT STOCK COMPANY
But Thap Village, Dinh To Commune, Thuan Thanh District, Bac Ninh Province
WAREHOUSE CARD
November 2022
No.: 01
Material Name: White thread 40/2_4000m/coil Unit: Coil
Material Code: P11
Voucher's Code Input/ Quantity Accountant's
No. Date Description
Input Output Output Date Input Output Balance Signature
Opening balance 12
1 25/11 PNK007 Purchase 25/11 130 142
2 25/11 PXK007 Dispatch 25/11 40 102
Total 130 40
Closing balance 102
This book includes 1 page, marked from page 01 to page 01
Opening book date: 01/11/2022
November 30, 2022
Warehouse Keeper Chief Accountant Director
(sign, full name) (sign, full name) (sign, full name)
Number of raw materials at the end of the month = raw materials at the beginning of
the month + raw materials received during the month - raw materials dispatched in the
month.
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Table 2 - 14: Warehouse Card for Black Thread
BUT THAP GARMENT AND FASION JOINT STOCK COMPANY
But Thap Village, Dinh To Commune, Thuan Thanh District, Bac Ninh Province
WAREHOUSE CARD
November 2022
No.: 01
Material Name: Black thread 60/3_5000m/coil Unit: Coil
Material Code: P12
Voucher's Code Input/ Quantity Accountant's
No. Date Description
Input Output Output Date Input Output Balance Signature
Opening balance 20
1 25/11 PNK007 Purchase 25/11 150 170
2 25/11 PXK007 Dispatch 25/11 25 145
Total 150 25
Closing balance 145
This book includes 1 page, marked from page 01 to page 01
Opening book date: 01/11/2022
November 30, 2022
Warehouse Keeper Chief Accountant Director
(sign, full name) (sign, full name) (sign, full name)
For materials received from clients to process: detailed books only track quantity.
For materials purchased: detailed book keeps track of quantity and value criteria. For
materials to be stored, their values are based on the actual values for posting. For
materials to be dispatched, based on FIFO method to calculate the cost.
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BUT THAP GARMENT AND FASION JOINT STOCK COMPANY
But Thap Village, Dinh To Commune, Thuan Thanh District, Bac Ninh Province
67,000,00 733,882,50
Total 1200 0 15,000 0 525 29,312,500
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Table 2 - 16: Detail Ledger of Material for Account 152 – White Thread
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The detail material ledger of account 152 – Black thread was also formed similar to the above example.
Table 2 - 17: Detail Ledger of Material for Account 152 – Black thread
At the end of the month, the accountant compares the figures on the detailed accounting books with the warehouse keeper’s card. If
there is no disparity, the accountant shall base on the total lines of each type of materials on the detailed books to make a general
account of input – output – inventory.
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Table 2 - 18: General account of Input – Output – Balance
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2.2. General Accounting for raw materials at But Thap Garment and Fashion
joint stock company
In general, the accounting system of But Thap company was built following closely
the Circular 200 guidelines of the Ministry of Finance. For the accounting of inventory
in general and raw materials in particular, the company applies the "perpetual
method" in which accountants check and record the transactions regularly. This
method allows monitoring the fluctuations of materials on a regular and continuous
basis. At the same time, this method also plays an important role in providing the
necessary data for the management of production and business activities.
Fundamentally, But Thap Garment and Fashion JSC still maintains the key accounts,
but for those accounts that need to be specified, depending on the company's current
operations or the characteristics of the garment industry, the company opens a few
more detailed accounts describing in stage 2 to stage 3. Here are some illustrations of
the company's ledger accounts and their sub-ledger accounts:
152.12_Polyester Account
152.14_Silk Account
152.15_Denim
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Account 152.21-Trimmings (such as threads, buttons, beads...)
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Account 621: Cost of raw materials directly used.
Account 622: Cost of direct employees
Account 623: Cost of use of construction machinery
Account 627: General production cost
Etc.
2.2.2. Recording process of materials at But Thap Fashion and Garment JSC
Due to unique features of the clothing industry, the business size along with personnel
skills, the company is currently using the General Ledger system to file the paperwork
and record the transactions. This procedure is conducted in line with Vietnam’s
accounting principles and is facilitated by computer software.
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Throughout the process, if there is any transaction occurring, the accountants must report the data on the general journal on the
basis of the confirmed accounting vouchers and the associated documents. Such details would also be recognized within the
specified accounting books and cards as well as a ledger account.
GENERAL JOURNAL
November 2022
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Table 2 - 20: General Ledger of Account 152
BUT THAP GARMENT AND FASION JOINT STOCK COMPANY
But Thap Village, Dinh To Commune, Thuan Thanh District, Bac Ninh Province
GENERAL LEDGER
November 2022
Account Name: Material
Account number: 152
General
Voucher Accoun Amount
Date Description Journal
t
Code Date Page Line Debit Credit
1,475,908,65
Beginning balance
0
12/1 PNK00 12/1
Purchase 1,200 m Cotton 331 67,000,000
1 5 1
22/1 PXK00 22/1 733,882,50
Dispatch 15,000 m Cotton for production
1 5 1 621 0
25/1 PNK00 25/1
Purchase 130 coils of white thread 2,327,000
1 7 1 111
25/1 PNK00 25/1
Purchase 150 coils of black thread 3,180,000
1 7 1 111
25/1 PXK00 25/1 Dispatch 40 Coils of white thread for
729,200
1 7 1 production 621
25/1 PXK00 25/1 Dispatch 25 Coils of Black thread for
502,000
1 7 1 production 621
735,113,70
Total amount during the period 72,507,000
0
Closing balance 813,301,950
This book includes 1 page, marked from page 01 to page 01
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Opening date: 01/11/2022
November 30th, 2022
Recorder Chief Accountant Director
(Sign, full name) (Sign, full name) (Sign, full name)
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Table 2 Table 2 - 21: Minutes on inventorying raw materials
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At the end of the month or the period, the material accountant and the warehouse
keeper conduct a physical examination on the inventory and prepare a "Minutes on
inventorying raw materials" (Table 2-22). They perform a test to validate and
analyze certain data in order to figure out whether or not the results are accurate and
balanced as well as find out if there are any loss, excess, damaged or outdated raw
materials in the warehouse. If there is any discrepancy or other problems, the
accountant must collate with relevant records and documentation in order to check any
mistakes and allow several corrections or adjustments to the journal or to inform the
superior if the matter becomes more severe. However, if there are no errors detected,
the chief accountant shall rely on these reports to prepare financial statements.
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CHAPTER 3: COMPLETING ACCOUNTING FOR RAW MATERIALS
AT BUT THAP GARMENT AND FASHION JOINT STOCK COMPANY
3.1. Assessing the current accounting for raw materials and tools at But Thap
Garment and Fashion joint stock company
3.1.1. Advantages
a) Management of raw materials
The company has established positive, lasting relationships with customers and
acquired reliable purchasing sources. The planning and organizing of the process of
purchasing, receiving - dispatching, and stocking raw materials is done regularly and
relatively well. Through the management of invoices and purchase documents, the
company's skilled purchasing staff consistently ensures an adequate and timely supply
of raw materials for production.
Regarding the facilities, the warehouse system is entirely and logically arranged,
according to the company's material classification method, near the place of use,
avoiding unnecessary transportation costs from the warehouse to the factory.
Moreover, the company also takes safety precautions seriously so that the warehouses
are always ensured to be adequate and appropriately equipped with a fire protection
system to prevent any potential risk.
Regarding the management of materials, the company's materials include many types
with different specifications. Therefore, to manage them effectively, raw materials at
But Thap company are organized scientifically by using rational classification and the
proper coding system. Encryption provides a huge contribution to the administration of
accounting databases which helps the manager avoid confusing accounting subjects;
access the right materials more quickly and easily; as well as identify and organize
separate, clear accounting practices scientifically, creating the best favorable
conditions for tracking and management.
Regarding regulations on the procedures for inspecting the materials and the process of
delivery and receipt of documents in the delivery and receipt of materials, the
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company has established an inspecting committee, so the purchased materials are
subject to a meticulously detailed inspection, both in quantity and quality. Not only
does this help the operation in smoothly and without any undesired mistakes but also
helps the accountants have enough necessary initial documents (records of testing
materials) in the accounting vouchers.
b) Accounting procedure for raw materials
The organization of the company's accounting status is built on a centralized model, it
is suitable to the characteristics and production scale of the company. The company's
departments and workshops closely coordinate with the accounting department,
ensuring the good performance of the accounting material takes place regularly and
smoothly.
About the raw materials valuation methods
For the materials received, the valuation method applied by the company is pursuant
thoroughly to Circular 200 and VAS No.02 - "Inventory". The materials received are
accounted for under the historical cost basis and specified to each circumstance or the
source of the materials. This assists the company to closely track and record the true
value of materials received to help avoid unnecessary errors in the process of
determining the product cost.
For the issued materials, the company uses FIFO to calculate the value of raw
materials according to the actual cost of inventory on the basis of assuming which
materials are received first, they will be used first and calculated according to the unit
price of the previous receipt. This method brings about numerous advantages to the
company, which are:
easy to apply since the raw materials will be accounted for following the rules
of natural flow, thereby reducing the company warehouse operation.
helps the accountant calculate immediately the cost of each batch of materials
dispatched; guarantees the in-time supply of data for accounting records and
management.
avoids the cost of destruction and liquidation of materials. First-received raw
materials will be issued first, thereby avoiding obsolete or outdated conditions.
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This helps businesses avoid a significant cost of destroying or liquidating old
materials.
limit the effects of inflation on materials. The first-purchased materials being
used first help to avoid the impact of changes in the value of raw materials on
the market, thus limiting the impact of inflation on the product.
About the accounting documents
The accounting regime at the company is in accordance with the regulations of the
Ministry of Finance. The system of vouchers is organized legally, logically and
adequately. All the transactions related to the increase or decrease of raw materials are
ensured to have sufficient applicable accounting documents in order to provide the
legal basis and evidence for the accounting of raw materials. These are vouchers
prepared by the business itself and there are also documents prepared by other units
delivered to business such as sales invoices or VAT invoices. However, regardless of
the type of documents used, businesses still comply with the order of making,
approving and circulating documents to serve the recording of accounting books and
improve the efficiency of raw materials management at enterprises.
The process of document rotation complies with the regulations, ensures timely and
accurately reflects the transactions arising and economic information for each relevant
department.
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The method of accounting for raw materials
The company applies "perpetual method" which supports the operation with several
utilities, such as: help the accountant determine and assess the quantity and value of
raw materials at each time of operation; capture and manage raw materials regularly
and continuously, contributing to quick and timely adjustment of the company’s
production and business activities; reduce errors in recording and management
between warehouse keepers and accountants.
Account used.
Regarding the accounts used by the company, raw materials are accounted in
accordance with the accounts system prescribed by the Ministry of Finance. With the
characteristic of possessing a large and diverse number of materials, account 152 has
been detailed into level 2, level 3 and not to mention, all raw materials have been
encrypted to facilitate monitoring and management. The fluctuations of materials in
the manufacturing process after being reflected in accounting vouchers will be directly
reflected in accounts of level 1, level 2 and level 3 about materials. This method
classifies and accounts raw materials to reflect with the managers the existing situation
and the fluctuations of raw materials on a regular, continuous and systematic basis.
Accounting book
Regarding the accounting book system, accounting accounts, the company applies
according to the issued form in Circular 200. The form of company using General
Journal is a suitable form of bookkeeping. This is a widely used accounting format
with the advantage of organizing a fairly simple book system, easy to implement and
especially suitable for machinery accounting. The company has equipped the
accounting department with Fast Accounting software which provides many
advantages: the ease of use, providing fast, accurate information, good performance of
user management. The application of machine accounting to the company has
delivered huge support to the accountants by reducing the workload they have to
perform, at the same time providing high accuracy, promptness, and timely delivery of
information. The accounting software is suitable for the conditions and accounting
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work at the company; hence the updating of documents is carried out promptly and
scientifically.
In general, the organization of the accounting of raw materials at But Thap Company
was carried out quite effectively, in accordance with the prescribed regime, ensuring
the monitoring of the situation of materials during the production and processing
process. However, besides the advantages, there are still shortcomings that need to be
overcome and perfected in the accounting of raw materials.
3.1.2. Disadvantages
Management of raw materials
In the field of production, the calculation and setting of material consumption norms
are extremely necessary. At But Thap company, the consumption norms are
researched and calculated by the company's technical department; however, the factual
application of material consumption was different from the originally planned
calculation. Through monthly settlement of raw materials, it is easy to notice most of
raw materials have consumption volume not close to the set norms. The determination
of the demand and reserve for raw materials are not really accurate, leading to the
shortage or excess of raw materials in the production process. Therefore, it can be said
that the consumption norms prepared are not really effective.
Accounting procedure for raw materials
About the raw materials valuation methods
In case of receiving the raw materials for export processing, the accountant does not
track and record in terms of value but only in terms of quantity. Therefore, there is no
sufficient data for circulation and bookkeeping that makes it difficult to manage and
evaluate the raw materials, especially for cross-checking.
Regarding the valuation method for issued materials, besides the benefits that FIFO
brings, this method also has some disadvantages that managers need to take into
consideration. When applying FIFO, the current sales report might not match the
actual cost since the value of the material corresponds to the price of the previous
material received. Instead, lower costs are assigned to the goods sold, resulting in
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inflated profits. Higher profits can lead to higher income tax costs, reduce cash flow
and weaken a company's financial position for the next accounting period.
About the accounting documents
Some documents circulating internally sometimes have several shortcomings such as
missing signatures, incomplete information such as code, time, ... etc. Although this
has not caused any major or serious problems in the business process of the company
yet, it still reduces the level of accuracy and clarity of the accounting documents. The
circulation of accounting documents between the technical department, warehouse and
accounting department takes place regularly. In the meanwhile, during the process of
delivering those documents, there are no forms to recognize and confirm the
documents exchange has happened. Therefore, losing documents can easily occur, and
when it does, it is extremely difficult to find the person who has the responsibility for
it.
About the accounting method for raw materials.
The application of "Perpetual method" together with the records between warehouse
keeper and the material accountant with many duplications has partly increased the
daily volume of tasks, putting pressure on accounting staff. The collation and
reconciliation are mainly accumulated to one material accountant, so it is difficult to
ensure the timeliness of the accounting work. Because the items have many categories
and low to average value, choosing perpetual method would cause a lot of unnecessary
time for accounting and also may not be effective.
Besides that, the company has not established allowances for the reduction of
inventory to net realizable value. Normally, to ensure the prudent principle in
management and in accounting, enterprises often have to set up allowances for
reduction of inventory. At the company, raw materials account for a major cost.
Especially, raw materials such as fabrics often change in price according to the supply
and demand of the market, so if there is only a slight change in the price of fabrics,
there is a great change in the product cost. However, the company has not yet made an
allowance for the reduction of inventories. This problem may be because the company
mainly handles processing contracts in which raw materials are brought by the
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customers themselves, so the material accountant does pay much attention to the
fluctuation of raw material price of these processed orders. However, a part of the
company's materials is also purchased from outside, even from foreign suppliers.
Therefore, since the market price is always unpredictable, this allowance is highly
essential for the company to minimize the risks of adverse fluctuations in raw material
prices.
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the norms to save maximum raw materials, improve the optimal use of raw materials;
regularly monitor and assess the process of norm implementation with each stage, each
production workshop to detect the irrationalities and their causes, thereby take
remedial measures promptly.
For example, the cotton the company purchased on November 12, 2022, for VND
55,000/m. Assumed that at the end of November, the fabric price reduced to VND
45,000/m and it was expected that the price would still decrease due to market
fluctuations. At that moment, the company still had 525m of this type of fabric in
stock, the accountant should make an allowance for deduction of inventory with an
allowance of:
Next year, the account shall compare the amount of provision to be set up for
the new year, if the remaining provision is larger than the provision for the new year,
the accountant shall revert the provision by reducing the cost of goods sold.
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On the other hand, if the remaining provision is smaller than the amount needed to set
up for the new year, it is necessary to make an additional provision.
The allowance made by the company will be offset by the price reduction of materials.
At the end of the accounting period, the company should evaluate the net realizable
value of ending inventories that year. Determine inventory value at a lower price
between ending inventory value and net realizable value.
Regarding the issued materials valuation method, the FIFO has both good sides and
bad sides that need to be taken into thoroughly consideration. Basically, the company's
raw material cost calculation has partly demonstrated true and full value of raw
materials. The FIFO assessment is quite simple to implement and does not require too
much accounting work compared to other methods. However, if there are unfavorable
changes in the market, the price of the product will be affected and fail to reflect its
actual value. Depending on the needs, priorities and operational practices of the
company, managers can consider changing to a different method that suits their
business type.
Recording method
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In addition, the "Perpetual method" for recording makes the workload of accountants
quite large, so the company can reduce material inventory time by incorporating a
Technology-based inventory method. This method helps to increase the accuracy,
speed, and efficiency of the inventory process. Technologies commonly used in
inventory counting include:
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-Materials that can continue being used: making a slip of materials left at the closing
of the period.
The remaining materials voucher at the end of the period will be made in 2 copies, 1
copy will be handed to the supplies department, the other will be given to the
accounting department.
For the unit with irregular trading activities, the number of transactions arising
is not so much that they can be monitored in one book. Each unit is tracked on a
certain number of book pages.
For units that the company has a regular business relationship with a large
number of operations, it is recommended to follow a separate book for that
company.
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3.2.5. General accounting books
The system of general accounting books of the company needs to be designed and
built closely to the regulations of the state. For the purpose of managing the purchase
of raw materials, the company should open a purchase journal also called Cash
disbursement journal which is a special diary to record the purchases by each group.
Control the process of releasing raw materials, using, and preserving raw
materials.
Raw materials are often released from the warehouse before the Director's approval or
the Director's authorization. To control the cost of raw materials, the company
prepares the following reports: detailed report on direct materials, report on import -
export - balance, report on status of materials used, a report on the situation of
materials used, a statistical report on production results.
Estimating raw material costs based on material cost norms for each product at each
sewing line from the production department combined with information and data from
the engineering department and the industrial engineering department, accountant can
estimate costs on the management report.
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CONCLUSION
The incorporation of general accounting and material accounting has significantly
contributed to the achievements of But Thap Garment and Fashion JSC. Specifically,
the material accounting system at But Thap Company has been designed to provide
prompt, precise, and current data on raw materials, which serves as a crucial
foundation for the other components while effectively facilitating organizational
management.
In summary, the accounting system for materials employed by But Thap Garment and
Fashion JSC is well-structured and aligns with industry standards and government
regulations. However, there are still gaps that need to be addressed for the company to
keep up with the continuous development of the market economy. Improving
management tools and optimizing product costs are crucial steps that the company
must take, given the highly unpredictable nature of market fluctuations and the intense
competition in this industry. Based on thorough research, this report proposes a series
of adjustments that the company must make to perfect the accounting process for raw
materials. Proper implementation of these improvements will enable the business to
maximize efficiency in the management and use of materials.
Given the constraints of limited capacity and expertise, there may exist unforeseen
errors within the paper. Consequently, I eagerly await feedback from my mentor and
instructors to identify and rectify any such issues in an appropriate manner.
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