Debit, Credit, Done!

Series 2, Episode 6 - Inventory Valuation – FIFO, AVCO & IAS 2


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In this episode of Debit, Credit, Done! we’re tackling inventory valuation — a key area of the AAT Level 3 Financial Accounting: Preparing Financial Statements module.

We’ll cover:

  • Why accurate inventory valuation matters for profit and assets

  • IAS 2 rules: lower of cost and net realisable value (NRV)

  • FIFO (First-In, First-Out) explained with examples

  • AVCO (Average Cost) worked through step by step

  • How to apply NRV adjustments when values fall

  • A full worked example combining purchases, sales, and NRV

You’ll also get AAT exam tips on spotting NRV adjustments, showing full workings, and avoiding common traps.

🎙 Challenge: Try the FIFO example at the end of the episode to check your understanding before Monday’s release!

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Debit, Credit, Done!By Dean Quartermaine