Prepare the journal entry to close net income for the year to retained earnings (not yet included in above amount). Question: The Travis Company uses the spreadsheet method for completing the statement of cash flows.OpenStax - Principles of Financial Accounting. Travis reported the financial health of his landscaping company to the board of directors. As you saw in the video, stock can be issued for cash or for other assets. The Travis Company uses the spreadsheet method for completing the statement of cash flows. We recording stock issued from the company we the company will receive cash from investors. We gave up these shares of common stock, right? Debit: The account named 'Cash' is debited, recording an increase in the company's assets. Stock Based Compensation (SBC) is recognized as a non-cash expense on the income statement under US GAAP.