Generally, receivables are divided into three types: trade accounts receivable, notes receivable, and other accounts receivable.
Accounts Receivable are the most common kind of receivable. Accounts Receivable are amounts due from customers from the sale of services or merchandise on credit. They are usually due in 30 – 60 days. They are classified on the Balance Sheet as current assets.
Accounts receivable are listed under the current assets section of the balance sheet and typically fluctuate in value from month to month as the company makes new sales and collects payments from customers.
Receivables can be classified into several types based on the nature of the transaction and the agreement between the business and the debtor. The primary accounts receivable classification includes trade receivables (accounts receivable), notes receivable, and other receivables.