Prepaid expenses that benefit a relatively short period of time are listed on the balance sheet as current assets.

Prepaid Expenses

Payments made for goods or services to be received in the future, recorded as current assets on the balance sheet.

Current Assets

Assets that are expected to be converted into cash, sold, or consumed within one year or within the business's operating cycle, whichever is longer.

Balance Sheet

A financial statement that shows the assets, liabilities, and equity of a company at a specific point in time, reflecting its financial position.