I reviewed several basic bookkeeping & accounting books 4 teaching a recent course 2 small business owners. I selected this book because it is overall, straight forward & easy 2 understand. The exercises at the end of the chapters proved helpful 2 students. Recommend this 4 beginners.
Rating: 4 of 5 BookkeepingMadeSimple
I haven't finished the whole book. I am going along with my class at the same time. So far it appears 2 be helping me with an Accounting class. I like the worksheets in the book.
Rating: 5 of 5 Perfect 4 the beginner.
What a great book! It starts with the basics & builds from there. The exercises at the end of each chapter hammer home the information you just read. Even though I'm going 2 use a CPA 4 my business, this book will help me be a better business owner.
Rating: 4 of 5 good but answers need proofed
This book has good subject matter but the answers at the end of the chapter have had some typos.
Rating: 5 of 5 So, you want 2 be a CPA
This books title reveals exactly what it says- BookkeepingMadeSimple. I understand accounting principles more easily now than I did during my unedgraduate degree, which I majored in International Business Administration-Accounting. I sit with my 4 year old daughter & she can comprehend the terms & principles throughout the book. I think I just created another generation of CPA's because of this book. He has great examples & nothing is confusing. If you purchase this book, read it cover 2 cover & then attend an accounting meeting you will know exactly what they are discussing. You will also know if your bookkeeper actually knows bookkeeping or has been leading you on. This book has definitely assisted me with becoming a more proficent bookkeeper!
A streamlined introduction 2 record keeping, accounting, & more, BookkeepingMadeSimpletakes the mystery out of financial jargon 4 small-business owners & students. Completely up 2 date, this comprehensive edition now covers the complete accounting cycle, making it easier than ever 2 master the math of commerce. Topics covered include:
* assets & equities * individual accounts * the journal * adjustments 2 accounts * preparing statements * merchandising accounts * control of cash * petty cash * payroll * partnership * closing the books