The book Inc. magazine calls one of "the best, clearest guides to the numbers" on the market.Inc. magazine calls it one of "the best, clearest guides to the numbers" on the market. Readers agree, saying it's exactly "what I need to know" and calling it a "must-read" for decision makers without expertise in finance.Since its release in 2006, Financial Intelligence has become a favorite among managers who need a guided tour through the numbers--helping them to understand not only what the numbers really mean, but also why they matter.This new, completely updated edition brings the numbers up to date and continues to teach the basics of finance to managers who need to use financial data to drive their business. It also addresses issues that have become even more important in recent years--including questions around the financial crisis and those around broader financial and accounting literacy.Accessible, jargon-free, and filled with entertaining stories of real companies, Financial Intelligence gives nonfinancial managers the confidence to understand the nuance beyond the numbers--to help bring everyday work to a new level. Read more

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Visual Finance is a powerful, simple tool that you can learn in just a couple of hours and easily apply to real life. Over the past five years, this model has been used in thousands of “finance for non-financial managers” training sessions in more than 30 countries. Accounting is often perceived as being tedious, complicated, and too theoretical. Non-financial managers are less than enthusiastic about accounting. One possible cause is the way business schools teach it. In a recent study only 46% of respondents had average or higher financial literacy and could understand financial statements. Stop avoiding financial topics during team meetings. Save your company from making costly mistakes and start maximizing all your valuable opportunities. Read more

A complete and easy-to-follow resource covering every critical step of the accounting processLearning to love the language of business is easier than you think! In the newly revised Third Edition of Accounting All-In-One For Dummies with Online Practice, finance expert Michael Taillard walks you through every step of the accounting process, from setting up your accounting system to auditing and detecting financial irregularities.You’ll enjoy a unified compilation of mini-books and online practice and video resources that bring together everything you need to know about accounting into one convenient book and web portal. You’ll learn to record accounting transactions, adjust and close entries, prepare income statements and balance sheets, and more. You’ll also get:Online instructional videos that describe the modern reality of accounting in the digital ageGuidance and instruction on how to make savvy financial decisions to help guide your business in the right directionAdvice on how to handle case and make intelligent purchasing decisionsHelpful practice quizzes for each topic to help you crunch the numbersPerfect for anyone who’s just beginning their career or education in accounting—as well as those who just love numbers—Accounting All-in-One For Dummies is also a must-read for business owners, founders, and managers who want to get a better understanding of the financial side of commerce. Read more

Recognizing that most students will pursue careers as managers not accountants, Managerial Accounting, 6th edition by James Jiambalvo focuses on the fundamental topics of managerial accounting, and helps student make direction connections between techniques in the business world, and readers’ future careers using real cases and real managers’ comments on real company issues.   Managerial Accounting, 6th edition helps students develop decision making through incremental analysis and stresses the fact that you Get What You Measure throughout the program. It is designed for a one semester managerial accounting course at both the undergraduate and MBA level. Read more

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This publication focuses on the critical methods that can be used to dramatically improve the fiscal closing process.The Record to Report (R2R) or Fiscal Closing Process is at the core of the controllership function. The process includes transaction processing, internal and external reporting, and the internal controls—the people, processes, and technology—that constitute the corporate organizational hierarchy. CFOs, controllers, and corporate finance departments require timely, accurate, and consistent data to make appropriate operational and strategic decisions and fulfill statutory, regulatory, and compliance requirements with accurate and timely data. The Fast Close Toolkit offers both strategic and tactical suggestions that can significantly improve the fiscal closing process and provides guidance on new legislation requirements, systems and best practice processes. Checklists, templates, process narratives, and sample policies are provided for every component of the fiscal close.Investors and shareholders expect fast and easy access to the data created by current business activities in the information-driven digital age. The Fast Close Toolkit provides the necessary tools and expert advice to improve the fiscal closing process. Authoritative and up to date, this book:Identifies the bottlenecks that can impact the and improvethe fiscal close process and provides best practices to help alleviate these challengesDefines the Record to Report (R2R) and recommends the roles and responsibilities for fiscal close processes flowOffers the internal controls to use for the end-to-end fiscal close processDescribes approaches for risk management, R2R, and fiscal close benchmarkingIdentifies KPIs for all aspects of the R2R processProvides the mechanism for developing a financial close scorecardRecommends leading practices for both external and internal reportingProvides guidance on how strategic planning, the budget and forecast processes can be streamlined to enhance the fiscal close and internal reporting resultsWritten by a respected expert on internal controls and the fiscal closing process, The Fast Close Toolkit is a valuable source of information for professionals involved in controllership and have responsibility for the fiscal close. Read more

You don’t need an MBA to master corporate financeThe Wall Street MBA gives you the tools to:Review financial statementsAnalyze earningsDetect fraudAssess stock pricesValue companiesDetermine the cost of capitalWith brand-new chapters on currency trading, real estate valuation, and commodities Read more

The CFO manages the financial structure and oversees the financial performance of an organization, so this is a critical and demanding management position. The CFO Guidebook provides the CFO with detailed advice regarding how to be most effective in every aspect of the job. The book covers all parts of the CFO's traditional finance role, including budgeting, fundraising, investments, going public, investor relations, and share management. It goes on to address more recent additions to the job, such as strategic planning, risk management, the control environment, and information technology. Given its comprehensive coverage of the CFO position, The CFO Guidebook can serve as a reference manual for anyone wanting to become more effective in the position. Read more

The easy way to master a managerial accounting courseAre you enrolled in a managerial accounting class and finding yourself struggling? Fear not! Managerial Accounting For Dummies is the go-to study guide to help you easily master the concepts of this challenging course. You'll discover the basic concepts, terminology, and methods to identify, measure, analyze, interpret, and communicate information in the pursuit of an organization's goals.Tracking to a typical managerial accounting course and packed with easy-to-understand explanations and real-life examples, Managerial Accounting For Dummies explores cost behavior, cost analysis, profit planning and control measures, accounting for decentralized operations, capital budgeting decisions, ethical challenges in managerial accounting, and much more.Covers the key concepts and tools needed to communicate accounting information for managerial decision-making within an organizationPlain-English explanations of managerial accounting terminology and methodsTracks to a typical college-level managerial accounting courseManagerial Accounting For Dummies makes it fast and easy to grasp the concepts needed to score your highest in a managerial accounting course. Read more

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Manage the art of bookkeepingDo you need to get up and running on bookkeeping basics and the latest tools and technology used in the field? You've come to the right place! Bookkeeping All-In-One For Dummies is your go-to guide for all things bookkeeping. Bringing you accessible information on the new technologies and programs, it cuts through confusing jargon and gives you friendly instruction you can use right away.Inside, you’ll learn how to keep track of transactions, unravel up-to-date tax information, recognize your assets, and so much more.Covers all the new techniques and programs in the bookkeeping fieldShows you how to manage assets and liabilitiesExplains how to track business transactions accurately with ledgers and journalsHelps you make sense of accounting and bookkeeping basics Get all the info you need to jumpstart your career as a bookkeeper! Read more

3 comprehensive manuscripts in 1 book Accounting Principles: The Ultimate Guide to Basic Accounting Principles, GAAP, Accrual Accounting, Financial Statements, Double Entry Bookkeeping and MoreManagement Accounting: The Ultimate Guide to Managerial Accounting for Beginners Including Management Accounting PrinciplesFinancial Accounting: The Ultimate Guide to Financial Accounting for Beginners Including How to Create and Analyze Financial StatementsAccounting is a crucial part of any successful business as it records all profits, losses, credits, and debts and tells you the state of a business. In an economy where labor-driven jobs are disappearing faster than ever before, it is essential to know the concepts of accounting so you can succeed in your own business or in your career by increasing the profits in the company you work for. Here are some of the topics that are discussed in the first part of this book: The Explosive BasicsAccounting MethodsTwo Sides of The Accounting CoinMerchandising and Their InventoriesAnalyze Like A ProPayroll AccountingBudgeting to Make It BigBalanced ScorecardFraud and Internal ControlsAnd Much, Much MoreHere are some of the topics that are discussed in the second part of this book: Accrual AccountingFinancial Accounting BasicsWho May Use the Financial Statements?Recording Business TransactionsStockholders’ EquityRatios and Other Tools for AnalyzingIncome StatementBalance SheetStatement of Cash FlowsStatement of Stockholders’ EquityAnd Much MoreHere are some of the topics that are discussed in the third part of this book: Management Accounting and Its ImportanceManagement Accounting PrinciplesResponsibility AccountingUnderstanding and Managing CostsBudgeting Like a ProForecasting Tools for Business TrendsTheory of ConstraintsCareers in Management AccountingAnd Much, Much MoreSo, what are you waiting for? Start your learning now by downloading this magnificent book! Read more

If you want to learn about corporate finance but don't feel like reading boring textbooks then keep reading...This book contains five manuscripts:Financial Reporting: The Ultimate Guide to Creating Financial Reports and Performing Financial AnalysisBusiness Valuation: The Ultimate Guide to Business Valuation for Beginners, Including How to Value a Business Through Financial Valuation MethodsRisk Management: The Ultimate Guide to Financial Risk Management as Applied to Corporate FinanceFinancial Management: The Ultimate Guide to Planning, Organizing, Directing, and Controlling the Financial Activities of an EnterpriseFinancial Statements The Ultimate Guide to Financial Statements Analysis for Business Owners and InvestorsThis bundle book explain corporate finance in a detailed, but business-friendly way. This isn't a package of textbooks to teach you how to become an accountant or a risk manager for a major bank; it's a package that will introduce you to the five basic areas of finance that make the most difference to investors and business managers. With Corporate Finance: The Ultimate Guide to Financial Reporting, Business Valuation, Risk Management, Financial Management, and Financial Statements you will getA book that is written in a style that's meant to be easy to read, whether you're grabbing five minutes at your desk over lunchtime or settling in for half an hour's unwind after a long dayReal-world examples so you can learn how to spot signs of stress at some companies before things go badly wrong, or how investment analysts might disagree widely on a valuation depending on which method they're using to value a stockA look at how different banks have come a cropper by mismatching their funding and lending maturities, or how particular companies have tried to manage their exposure to commodities prices through running hedging operationsInsight into two sets of financial reports - one US and one European - to take a detailed look not just at how to calculate financial ratios, but at what they meanGet information on how to carry out an analysis of a competitor, customer, or potential acquisitionHere are just a few reasons to pick up this book now and allow it to help you improve your financial skills:Competitive analysis: By discovering how to take a really in-depth look at their financial statements, you can pinpoint where the extra profit comes fromCustomer checks: you won't just get you a feeling for their creditworthiness now, but you will be able to see exactly where the pain points are - so that you know just where to look to spot any deterioration in their ability to payYou'll discover how to mitigate riskYou'll learn how to make the right acquisitions by asking the right questions and ensure no one tries to pull the wool over your eyesYou'll discover how to achieve a better price if you ever were to sell a businessYou'll learn what financial ratios are most important for your business, and how to budget effectivelyYou'll learn how to analyze your business's performanceYou'll be able to deal with experts much better. For example, you'll know what an accountant is talking about when he says a competitor's revenue recognition policy is "on the aggressive side"And much, much more!So if you want to learn more about corporate finance, click "buy now"! Read more

Are you exploring careers in accounting and finance? In this refreshingly heartfelt collection, Dear Accountant shares the career journeys and wisdom of 20 leaders in the fields of accounting and finance. Read about:Tom Golden, the former PwC partner who, despite beginning an accounting career after being in sales for 10 years and failing the auditing exam, rose to become one of the most successful forensic accountants in the country. Isabel Mercedes Cumming, the Inspector General of Baltimore City, who saved the students of James Madison University a quarter of a million dollars as a member of student government during her freshman year there.Andrew Ly, the CEO of Sugar Bowl Bakery, who fled a war-torn country with only $1 in his pocket and went on to build a family empire with his 4brothers.From senior partners at the Big 4 to executive recruiters and entrepreneurs, these industry-leading mentors openly share their individual career paths, their struggles, and the lessons they learned along the way.Dear Accountant provides a unique immersion into the lives and careers of these inspiring leaders, empowering you to blaze your own trail as you explore the thrilling, wonderful kaleidoscope of the accounting and finance professions. Read more

This study guide, based on the CMA Learning Outcomes, is designed to give potential and current CMA exam candidates a complete and thorough review of what is covered on the exam.Whether you are just starting out or already on your CMA journey, you will find this guide prepares you for exactly what is on the exam in the format that it will be tested on.For every CMA section and subsection, the IMA lays out exactly what must be mastered. I have then created the content to meet every specification. Read more

Title: "The Advanced Ledger: A Comprehensive Guide to Complex Journal Entries"Unlock the secrets of advanced accounting with "The Advanced Ledger," your go-to resource for mastering complex journal entries. Whether you're a seasoned financial professional or a dedicated student, this comprehensive guide takes you on an enlightening journey through the intricate world of accounting.Discover the key principles, techniques, and best practices that will empower you to navigate the most challenging financial scenarios with confidence. From intricate mergers and acquisitions to intricate revenue recognition and foreign currency transactions, this book demystifies complex accounting concepts and arms you with the knowledge and skills to tackle them head-on.Inside, you'll find:Comprehensive Coverage: Dive deep into advanced accounting topics, including revenue recognition, stock-based compensation, foreign currency transactions, and more. Each chapter provides in-depth explanations, practical examples, and step-by-step guidance to help you master complex journal entries.Real-World Case Studies: Gain practical insights with real-world case studies that illustrate how to apply accounting principles to complex business scenarios. Learn by example and develop your problem-solving skills.Expert Authorship: Written by financial experts with a wealth of experience in the field, "The Advanced Ledger" is a trusted resource for both students and professionals seeking to expand their accounting knowledge.Up-to-Date Information: Stay current with the latest accounting standards and regulations. "The Advanced Ledger" is designed to equip you with the knowledge you need to thrive in today's ever-changing financial landscape.Accessible Language: Complex accounting concepts are explained in a clear, accessible manner, making this book suitable for both beginners and experienced professionals.Unleash your full accounting potential and enhance your career prospects with "The Advanced Ledger." Whether you're preparing for an exam, advancing your career, or simply seeking a deeper understanding of accounting, this book is your indispensable guide to mastering complex journal entries.Get your copy today and embark on a journey to become a confident and proficient accounting professional. Read more

Value is created in an industry when quality and experience are balanced with an appropriate cost.  Until recently, though, value creation through improved quality and/or experience has not been an intentional priority of healthcare.  A major cause of our misguided efforts is our disconnected volume-based, fee for service healthcare model, paid by a third party that is not the actual consumer of the services and that only incentivizes price and volume.  This disconnect of purpose and priorities leaves patients, providers, and staff to feel like widgets, commodities, and cogs in the healthcare delivery machine we have operated since the early 20th century.   As the healthcare costs in the US continue to go up without an offsetting rise in quality outcomes or patient (or provider) experience, the quest for value has begun.  This book explores the key differences between a volume-based health system versus one focused on value, and it offers a framework for value creation, based on the principles of Population Health Management.   Patient risks need to be identified, individualized plans of care must be built, and the execution of the plan must be performed in a communicative and collaborative manner, longitudinally supporting and guiding the patient using an appropriate application of relationship and technology.  By active creation of value in healthcare, we can rein in costs while improving quality outcomes and experience of the patients and providers.  Such a system will allow patients to feel cared for as we guide them on their path toward the optimization of their health and well-being.  Read more