Principles of Business: Accounting

Provides students and researchers with easy-to-understand entries on hundreds of important terms, principles and concepts allow readers to develop a deeper understanding of the field.

Accounting is an integral part of any business’s day-to-day operations, and accurate financial information is critical for decision making in the business world and government alike. With engaging, comprehensive entries written by experts in the field, this volume in an invaluable resource for readers seeking a clear introduction to accounting principles and applications.

This volume includes 100 accessible entries that provide readers with a solid understanding of the topic, including:

Quantitative Analysis for Business Accounting Systems for Managerial Systems Income Tax Accounting Cash Flow Accounts Receivable and Inventories Statistical Applications in Accounting Ethics in Accounting Accounting Fraud (or Creative Accounting)

Principles of Business: Accounting covers essential topics that will be of interest to anyone who wants to know more about what is involved in running a business, keeping accounts, or for those who are considering starting a business of their own.