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Table of
Contents
(Select a section for study)
Lesson 1. Introduction to Bookkeeping &
Accounting
- 1-1. Introduction
- 1-2. Map of the
Territory -- What You Will Learn
- 1-3. Why Keep
Good Records?
- 1-4. Where's the
Starting Line?
- 1-5. Summary
Lesson 2. Basic Bookkeeping -- A Tutorial
- 2-1. Introduction:
Do I have to do this?
- 2-2. Organization
and Preparation
- 2-3. The Double
Entry System
Lesson 3. Monthly Accounting - A Walk-Through Guide
- 3-1. Introduction
- 3-2. Expenses
Paid by Check
- 3-3. Expenses
Paid by Cash
- 3-4. Accounts
Payable
- 3-5. Cash
Discounts - Purchases
- 3-6. Petty Cash
- 3-7. Payroll
- 3-8. Sales and
Customer Deposits
- 3-9. Accounts
Receivable
- 3-10. Inventory
- 3-11. Deposits
- 3-12. Sale of
Assets
- 3-13. Depreciation
- 3-14. Suspense
- 3-15. Month End
Adjustments
- 3-16. Paper Trail
At this point, you have a real set of books that you can
use to analyze your profitability and pricing, you can take to the bank or use to produce
a tax return. Every month, you'll find this process easier to follow and less time
consuming, and you'll understand the inner workings of your business in a way that will
make you much more powerful and confident in your decision making.
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The journey into the world of finance can be interesting
and exciting with the right knowledge and experience. Whether you are a new business
setting up your records and bank accounts or an established business preparing a loan
request or financing plan, this short course is for you.
Study Aids
Owners' Review
Checklist
Core text for this course is provided by SBA's Women's
Business Centers. |
