Account Information

Account Type Statement of Financial Position
Normal Balance Debit

Definition

Cash available to the company

Sub-accounts

International Accounting Standards

IFRS IAS 7 Statement of Cash Flows

Cash equivalents: short-term highly liquid investments convertible to known cash amounts, with insignificant risk of value change.

US GAAP ASC 230 Statement of Cash Flows

Similar definition. Three-month maturity threshold for cash equivalents. Restricted cash disclosed separately.

FAQ

Is cash an asset?

Yes, cash is classified as a current asset.

What is the normal balance of cash?

Cash has a debit normal balance.