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Cost Acctg. Statement (report)

The Cost Acctg. Statement report provides a summarized view of all posted cost data across selected dimensions, such as departments or cost centers. It is especially useful for gaining a high-level understanding of cost distribution and supporting operational analysis.

You can apply filters for period, cost type, or cost object to tailor the report to your specific needs.

Use cases

Get a summarized view of total costs across dimensions like departments or cost centers. Use this report to review cost totals, apply filters for period, cost type, or object, and support operational decision-making with a high-level overview of posted cost data.

Tip

Here are some tips on how to use the report:

  • Get an overview of total costs by dimension or category.
  • Apply filters to focus on specific periods, cost types, or cost objects.
  • Use cost dimensions to break down data by department, project, or cost center.
  • Support operational reviews and cost control efforts.

Accountants can use the report to:

  • Validate cost postings.
  • Ensure alignment with financial records.

Controllers can use the report to:

  • Oversee cost center performance.
  • Support budgeting or forecasting activities.

Auditors might reference the report to verify the accuracy and completeness of cost entries during financial reviews or compliance checks.

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Try the report here: Cost Acctg. Statement

Tip

If you hold down the CTRL key while you select the report link, the report opens on a new browser tab. In this way, you can stay on the current page while you explore the report on the other browser tab.

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