Turnover is measured at the fair value of the consideration received or receivable, net of discounts and value added taxes. Turnover includes revenue earned from the sale of goods and from the rendering of services. Turnover is reduced for estimated customer returns, rebates and other similar allowances.
Sale of goods
Turnover from the sale of goods is recognised when the significant risks and rewards of ownership of the goods has transferred to the buyer. This is usually at the point that the customer has signed for the delivery of the goods.
Rendering of services
Turnover from the rendering of services is recognised by reference to the stage of completion of the contract. The stage of completion of a contract is measured by comparing the costs incurred for work performed to date to the total estimated contract costs. Turnover is only recognised to the extent of recoverable expenses when the outcome of a contract cannot be estimated reliably.
Disbursements
The company acts as agent in certain transactions, incurring costs on behalf of clients which are subsequently recharged at cost. In accordance with FRS 102 and the company’s accounting policy, such disbursements are not recognised as either income or expense in the profit and loss account. These amounts are excluded from turnover and operating expenses, as the company is acting as an agent and does not bear the risks and rewards of the underlying transactions.
Disbursements are shown separately in the balance sheet as amounts recoverable from clients (within trade and other receivables), and as amounts payable to suppliers (within trade and other payables), where relevant. This approach ensures the financial statements present a true and fair view of the company’s results and position.