Subject. This article discusses the problems of correct cost accounting and cost formation. Objectives. The article aims to conduct a critical analysis of the basic concepts' definitions, related to the field of accounting. Methods. For the study, we used general scientific research methods. Results. The article proposes an original interpretation of management accounting as a system that on the basis of information about the economic activity of the enterprise, ensures the adoption of well-grounded management decisions by managers of different levels. Conclusions. The results of the study can be used by financial workers in the process of documenting production costs.
Keywords: management accounting, excess costs, direct costs, costing, unfinished production
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