Accountant S Flight Plan

Business strategy book for certified public accountants (CPA). A compilation of practical, time-tested tactics for operating a successful public accounting firm.

Ebook: Managerial Accounting

This book examines the practice of strategic business planning, including its functions, methods, tools, and the way in which they are employed. It does so in a practical way through case studies, which help in demonstrating how to innovate in order to overcome obstacles and cover new and evolving challenges. The book is divided into six parts : • part 1 focuses on the strategic plan, as master plan of the enterprise • part 2 covers the management functions whose able execution makes the difference between success and failure: forecasting, planning, organizing, staffing, directing, and controlling • part 3 demonstrates that modern accounting rules, promoted by IFRS and US GAAP, not only assist in strategic financial planning but also provide a solid basis for management supervision and control • part 4 brings your attention the fact that costs matter. Strategic business plans that pay little or no attention to cost factors are doomed • part 5 addresses the issues associated with strategic products and markets. These range from research and development to market research, product planning, the able management of marketing functions, and sales effectiveness • part 6 concludes the book with an emphasis on mergers, acquisitions, and consolidations and the risks associated with an M&A policy Chief executives, operating officers, treasurers, financial officers, budget directors, accountants, auditors, product planners, marketing directors, and management accounting specialists will find this book of practical examples helpful to their decisions and to their work. * Shows the factors to consider when planning how to take your company to the next level, from identifying and making strategic choices to capital allocation and financial planning. All from a professional accountant's perspective and in their language * Full of case studies to help you relate your ideas to what other major companies have done before, including IBM, Delta Airlines, and Bloomberg - so you can learn from their success or failure * Shows why strategic cost control is good governance, why and how to account for the cost of risk and how IFRS relates to strategic accounting principles

Does making a financial plan for your life and business leave you feeling inadequate and overwhelmed? Have you ever wondered if you're getting the most cash out of your business, whilst also being best friends with the tax man? Are you ready to create a flight plan to make sure your finances take off this year? Accountant, business mentor and financial coach Tanya Ibberson - The Financial Wingwoman - is here to help you with just that. This book will help you chart your course to financial independence by using resources readily available to you. You will learn how to overcome money mindset issues whilst holding yourself accountable to taking action as the CEO you want to be. Expect easy to implement practical advice, as well as handy tips and tricks, to help you along the way so that you will be soaring with the foundations of your business all stitched up and part of the fabric of what you do before you know it!

UK bookkeeping and accounting basics for the rest of us Unless you're one of those rare "numbers people," the thought of accounting and bookkeeping probably make your head spin. While these pragmatic and confusing practices may not be fun for the rest of us, mastering them is absolutely essential in order to run and maintain a successful business. Thankfully, Bookkeeping & Accounting All-in-One For Dummies, UK Edition, is here to take the intimidation out of crunching numbers and offers easy-to-follow, step-by-step instruction on keeping your business' finances in order with information specific to a business in the United Kingdom. Written in plain English and packed with loads of helpful instruction, this approachable and all-encompassing guide arms you with everything you need to get up and running on all the latest accounting practices and bookkeeping software. Inside, you'll find out how to prepare financial statements, balance your books, keep the tax inspector off your back, and so much more. Gives you access to supplemental online samples of bookkeeping forms, accounting templates, and spreadsheets Includes many practical bookkeeping and accounting exercises and templates Simplifies every aspect of accounting and record-keeping Shows you how to run your business "by the books" If you're a small business owner or employee who is confused and intimidated by managing your accounts and books, this comprehensive guide empowers you to take charge of those pesky figures to keep your business afloat.