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To explore the role of cost accounting in classifying municipal expenditures and enhancing financial reporting.

March 18, 2026The Accounting Review

Cost Accounting and the Classification of Municipal Expenditures.

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ALArthur N. Lorig

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This article examines cost accounting and its role in classifying municipal expenditures, indicating significant implications for financial management.

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To explore the role of cost accounting in classifying municipal expenditures and enhancing financial reporting.
Analyzes how cost accounting functions alongside financial accounting in municipal contexts.
Examines the categorization of expenditures by operations and activities.
Explores the relationship between cost accounts and general accounts.
Cost accounting offers a deeper understanding of expenditures related to work done.
Direct costs are easily assigned to activities, while indirect costs require careful estimation for allocation.
Effective classification enhances accuracy in financial statements and expenditure control.

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Arthur N. Lorig (1936) studied this question.

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This article examines cost accounting and its role in classifying municipal expenditures, indicating significant implications for financial management.

Cost Accounting and the Classification of Municipal Expenditures.

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