JE (Journal Entry)

Definition

A cryptic accounting record that moves money between accounts, often created to make the books balance or hide embarrassing transactions.

Example Usage

The auditor flagged 47 unsupported JEs from management, which is definitely not suspicious.

Origin

Standard accounting terminology, abbreviated in practice

Fun Fact

Suspicious journal entries are often the first sign of financial statement fraud

Source: Core accounting and auditing terminology

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