Accounting Workbook for Dummies - Paperback

by Tage C. Tracy (Author)

Number nightmares in accounting? No more!

The numbers are clear: the need for accountants is not only strong, but on the rise. With job growth projected to increase by 7% over the next 10 years, there's no time like the present to join this growing--and profitable--profession. Accounting Workbook For Dummies, 2^nd Edition gives you the hands-on instruction you need to understand complicated concepts through demonstration problems, practice worksheets. and spreadsheets.

• Understand the role of accountants versus bookkeepers
• Develop knowledge to establish and maintain high quality accounting systems
• Dip your toes into accounting in the digital age
• Learn to properly interpret financial statements and reports
• Generate income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements
• Expand your knowledge on sources of business capital
• Learn how to improve profits and manage costs

Understanding the intricacies of accounting has never been easier as in today's rapid-fire global economy, accountants have never been more important--it's all in your hands with this plain-English workbook!

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The easy, hands-on way to learn accounting

Accounting Workbook For Dummies is full of worksheets, practice problems, and spreadsheets to help you build and retain your accounting knowledge. Interpret financial results, generate financial statements, learn how to measure financial performance, and manage business capital. Discover how to use the latest digital tools to work through example scenarios involving common accounting practices and requirements. Perfect on its own or as a supplement to Accounting For Dummies, this workbook will turn you into a master number-cruncher in no time.

Inside...

• Basic accounting concepts
• Bookkeeping adjustments
• Reporting income and profit
• Choosing an accounting method
• Calculating ROI and interest
• Updated accounting standards, best practices, and techniques
• Avoiding common mistakes

Author Biography

Tage C. Tracy runs a financial consulting firm offering CFO support and planning services to private companies. He is the author of Business Financial Information Secrets.