Mastering Book-Keeping
A Complete Guide to the Principles and Practice of Business Accounting - Eighth Edition
- 325 pages
- 12 hours of reading
Double-entry accounting becomes accessible with clear explanations, and this updated 8th edition effectively guides readers through the essentials of bookkeeping. It covers key topics such as daybooks, ledger accounts, end-of-year accounting, and various business structures including sole proprietorships, limited companies, partnerships, and not-for-profit organizations. The book also addresses computer use in accounting, VAT accounting, and advanced management accounting, while considering the implications of the Data Protection Act 1998 for bookkeepers. Step-by-step guides simplify complex concepts like balance sheets, depreciation, and accounting for bad debts. Clear explanations and illustrative examples enhance understanding, making this resource ideal for those preparing for ICB, AAT, IAB, OCR, AQA, and other bookkeeping and accounting examinations. Reviews highlight its comprehensive coverage of major examining boards' syllabuses, its logical presentation, and the value it offers to learners. The author, a professional educator and prolific writer, brings expertise to the subject matter. The contents include a range of topics from document flow and double-entry bookkeeping to advanced partnership and limited company accounts, ensuring a thorough grounding in bookkeeping practices.