Research in Accounting Journal
Vol. 7 No. 2 (2026): RAJ (Research in Accounting Journal)

The Effect of Working Capital and Accounts Receivable Turnover on the Profitability of Retail MSMEs

Della Aria Ningsih (Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Ekonomi KBP Padang)
Laynita Sari (Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Ekonomi KBP Padang)



Article Info

Publish Date
09 Jul 2026

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the impact of working capital and accounts receivable turnover on the profitability of retail Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in the North Padang District. This research was conducted because the management of working capital and accounts receivable constitutes a crucial factor influencing the financial performance and business sustainability of MSMEs. The study population consisted of all 1,369 retail MSME units in the North Padang District; a sample of 94 respondents was selected using the Yamane formula and convenience sampling. Primary data obtained directly from respondents were used for the analysis. Data analysis involved validity and reliability tests, classical assumption tests, multiple linear regression analysis, the coefficient of determination test, the F-test, and the t-test. The results indicate that working capital has a positive and significant partial effect on MSME profitability. Similarly, accounts receivable turnover has a positive and significant effect on MSME profitability. These findings suggest that more efficient working capital management and faster accounts receivable turnover enhance the ability of MSMEs to generate profit. The study's findings are expected to serve as a reference for MSME owners in improving the effectiveness of financial management to support sustainable business performance.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

raj

Publisher

Subject

Economics, Econometrics & Finance

Description

Reseach In Accounting Journal (RAJ) reviewed covers theoretical and applied research in the field of Accounting and Finance. Priority is given to those articles which satisfy the main scope of the journal, and have an impact in the research areas of interest. The RAJ Journal is intended to be the ...