Methodological Foundations of the Simplified Accounting System in the Context of Digitalisation in Ukraine

The article is devoted to the problems of the methodology of simplified accounting in Ukraine. The purpose of the article is to generalise the methodological basis of simplified accounting, as well as to identify the transformation of the components of the methodology of simplified accounting in the conditions of digitalisation. Methodology. The analytical method was used to identify the components of the simplified accounting methodology. Clarification of the conceptual apparatus was carried out using the method of induction based on the generalisation of the views of scientists and changes in the business environment. The comparative method was used to study the regulation of simplified accounting in Ukraine and Europe. The monographic method was used to describe the research results. Results. The nature of the activity of small enterprises requires simpler accounting methods, valuation methods, simplification of documentation, reporting, partial rejection of double-entry accounting, etc. The simplified accounting system adapts the theory and methodology of accounting to the economic practice of an individual small business. The methodological basis of the simplified accounting system are the constituent elements of the accounting methodology, the change of which is necessary and sufficient for the formation of a simplified accounting system, which differs from the general one. The digitalisation of the processes of collecting, processing, disseminating and storing information causes transformation processes in the methodology of simplified accounting aimed at the formation of the space of digitalised economic information. Practical implications. The requirements of the business environment and digitisation processes have been disclosed. The conceptual apparatus was clarified based on the analysis of regulatory documents. The transformation of the methodological bases of the simplified accounting system has been identified, which will ensure the adoption of the principle of stakeholder orientation, the development of simple and simplified forms of accounting, and the creation of the space of digitised economic information. The article identifies the need to introduce an XBRL taxonomy for simplified accounting, consistent with the main taxonomy, which is a necessary component of digitisation of simplified accounting. Value/Originality. Focusing on stakeholders and promoting digitalisation will help to increase understanding and manageability among small businesses.