Single temporary difference originates each year for four years. Alsup Consulting sometimes performs services for which it receives payment at the conclusion of the engagement, up to six months after services commence. Alsup recognizes service revenue for financial reporting purposes when the services are performed. For tax purposes, revenue is reported when fees are collected. Service revenue, collections, and pretax accounting income for 2010-2013 are as follows:
Pretax Accounting
Service Revenue Collections Income
2010 $650,000 620,000 $186,000
2011 750,000 750,000 250,000
2012 715,000 700,000 220,000
2013 700,000 710,000 200,000
There are no differences between accounting income and taxable income other than the temporary difference described above. The enacted tax rate for each year is 40%.
Required:
1. Prepare the appropriate journal entry to record Alsup's 2011 income taxes.
2. Prepare the appropriate journal entry to record Alsup's 2012 income taxes.
3. Prepare the appropriate journal entry to record Alsup's 2013 income taxes.