DIY Small Business Accounting the Easy Way: Learn How to Master GAAP, P&L, Income Statements, Cash Flow, Balance Sheets, Ledgers, Journals & Much More - Couverture souple

Lawrence, Simon

Couverture souple

ISBN 13 : 9798657109887

Editeur : Independently published, 2020

Synopsis

DIY Small Business Accounting the Easy Way
Learn How to Master GAAP, P&L, Income Statements, Cash Flow, Balance Sheets, Ledgers, Journals & Much More—Without the Overwhelm!

Take Control of Your Business Finances—No Accounting Degree Required
Are you a small business owner struggling to understand your financials? Do your accountant’s reports leave you more confused than confident?

DIY Small Business Accounting the Easy Way is your practical, no-nonsense guide to mastering the fundamentals of accounting without the jargon, fluff, or stress. Whether you're running a side hustle, freelancing full-time, or managing a growing business, this book is your shortcut to financial clarity.

“Understand your numbers—so you can finally grow your business with confidence.”

Written by an Accountant—But Made for Non-Accountants
With years of experience working with small business owners just like you, I’ve seen firsthand how intimidating financial documents can feel. That’s why I’ve stripped away the confusion and built this guide to feel like a conversation—not a classroom.

What You’ll Learn Inside
Forget the overly technical textbooks. This book gives you clear, real-world skills you can use right away.
The Accounting Basics You Actually Need
• What accounting really is—and why it matters
• The difference between accounting and bookkeeping
• Types of accounting and when to use each one
• Definitions of essential terms you’ll see every day
The Tools of the Trade—Explained Step-by-Step
• General journals, specialty journals, and ledgers—what they are and how to use them
• Subsidiary books of entry and why they keep your records clean
• The difference between a trial balance and a balance sheet
• Understanding accounting methods and when to apply them
Financial Statements Demystified
You’ll learn how to:
• Prepare your own financial statements
• Interpret each section with confidence
• Understand how your cash flow and income statements work together
• Identify red flags before they become costly problems
Mastering GAAP—Without the Headache
• The 4 fundamental principles of financial accounting
• The 12 key GAAP concepts you need to stay compliant
• How to apply these rules in your everyday accounting
Accounting Analysis Tools That Help You Grow
• How to analyze your own numbers like a pro
• Which tools to use for tracking trends and profitability
• How to make smarter decisions based on your financial data
Software or Spreadsheet? You Decide
• Pros and cons of popular accounting tools
• What to look for in accounting software for your specific business
• How to transition from DIY spreadsheets to digital systems smoothly
Practice Makes Profit: Your Hands-On Homework
This isn’t just a reading experience—it’s a doing experience.
At the end of the book, I’ll walk you through a real-world accounting project so you can apply everything you’ve learned. From entering your first journal entries to preparing a sample balance sheet, you’ll gain confidence by doing—not just reading.

From the Author
I wrote this book because I believe no business owner should feel powerless when it comes to their own finances. I’ve spent years helping entrepreneurs decode the numbers and build stronger, smarter companies. This book is your invitation to take control, stop the confusion, and finally understand what your money is telling you.

Ready to Make Sense of Your Numbers?
Click the BUY NOW button and start mastering your money—without the stress, the spreadsheets, or the guesswork.
Because you didn’t start a business to stay confused—you started to succeed. Let’s make sure your accounting helps you do exactly that

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Independently published
• Date d'édition: 2020
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 13: 9798657109887
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 218
• Coordonnées du fabricant: Manufactured by Amazon on behalf of the author; https://www.amazon.fr/hz/contact-us; ; c/o Amazon Media EU S.à.r.l., 38 Avenue John F. Kennedy; Luxembourg; L-1855; Luxembourg