Chapter 15

Ten Accounting Tips for Managers

In This Chapter

arrow Getting a grip on profit analytics

arrow Putting your finger on the pulse of cash flow

arrow Taking charge of your business’s accounting policies

arrow Using sensible budgeting techniques

arrow Getting the accounting information you need

arrow Taking your financial statements like a pro

Financially speaking, business managers have four essential jobs:

check.png Score adequate capital from debt and equity sources

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Control the solvency of the business

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