by pay@crispino.us | Aug 30, 2026 | Cost & Managerial Accounting, Terminologies
Expenses that change in direct proportion to sales or production, such as raw materials or commissions. Key for understanding contribution margins. Helps in pricing decisions.
by pay@crispino.us | Aug 9, 2026 | Cost & Managerial Accounting, Terminologies
The sales level at which total revenues equal total costs, resulting in no profit or loss. A key tool in business planning. Helps determine minimum sales targets.
by pay@crispino.us | Jun 22, 2026 | Cost & Managerial Accounting, Terminologies
Expenses that remain constant regardless of production volume, such as rent or salaries. They do not vary with activity levels. Important for break-even analysis.
by pay@crispino.us | Jun 22, 2026 | Cost & Managerial Accounting, Terminologies
A system that assigns expected costs to production for budgeting and performance evaluation. Differences between standard and actual costs create variances. Useful for control and planning.
by pay@crispino.us | Jun 2, 2026 | Cost & Managerial Accounting, Terminologies
The difference between sales revenue and variable costs. It contributes toward covering fixed costs and generating profit. Used in cost-volume-profit analysis.
by pay@crispino.us | Feb 14, 2026 | Cost & Managerial Accounting, Terminologies
Indirect costs that cannot be directly traced to products or services, such as utilities or administrative salaries. Overhead is allocated to ensure accurate costing. Helps in determining product profitability.
