income tax payable

Definition

Account that receives funds that are necessary to meet tax obligations for that year. This account is listed in a company's general ledger as current liabilities. Some companies use this account to pay taxes on a monthly, quarterly, or yearly basis. The amount present in the account may fluctuate depending on current corporate tax liabilities and laws.

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