Overview

The world of finance and accountancy can seem one of impenetrable mystery but it is one that many managers have to face in their day to day lives. With its comprehensive coverage of the subject, this book allows you not only to ask pertinent questions but also to understand the answers. Chapter by chapter, the workings of finance are mapped out and laid bare - the formal reports, the methods used to prepare the numbers and what accountants actually do every day. This edition is fully updated to reflect current allowances, rates and regulations and further information. It also includes even more questions (with comprehensive answers) to challenge the reader's understanding.

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Author:   Roger Mason ,  Roger Mason Ltd
Publisher:   John Murray Press
Imprint:   Teach Yourself
Edition:   5th edition
Dimensions:   Width: 12.80cm , Height: 2.60cm , Length: 19.60cm
Weight:   0.260kg
ISBN:  

9781444104929

ISBN 10:   1444104926
Pages:   320
Publication Date:   24 September 2010
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   To order  
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Table of Contents

: The purpose of accounting : Basic terminology : Accounting concepts and principles : The profit and loss account : The balance sheet : The cash flow statement : Ratio analysis : Users of financial information : The general ledger : Costing : Standard costing : Variance analysis : Two more costing issues : The audit of annual accounts : Tricks of the trade : Financial information for managers : Capital investment appraisal: experts only? : Activities of an accounts department : Cash flow management : Corporate financial planning : Personal finance: income tax and national insurance : Personal finance: investment : Personal finance: capital gains tax and others

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Philip Ramsden BA, MBA, MA, FCMA has worked in accounting and systems development in various sectors of business. He has also written a number of financial books, including the first 4 editions of Teach Yourself Finance for non Financial Managers.

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