Bookkeeping and Accounting All-in-One For Dummies - UK

by Jane E. Kelly

UK bookkeeping and accounting basics for the rest of us Unless you're one of those rare "numbers people," the thought of accounting and bookkeeping probably make your head spin. While these pragmatic and confusing practices may not be fun for the rest of us, mastering them is absolutely essential in order to run and maintain a successful business. Thankfully, Bookkeeping & Accounting All-in-One For Dummies , UK Edition, is here to take the intimidation out of crunching numbers and offers easy-to-follow, step-by-step instruction on keeping your business' finances in order with information specific to a business in the United Kingdom. Written in plain English and packed with loads of helpful instruction, this approachable and all-encompassing guide arms you with everything you need to get up and running on all the latest accounting practices and bookkeeping software. Inside, you'll find out how to prepare financial statements, balance your books, keep the tax inspector off your back, and so much more. If you're a small business owner or employee who is confused and intimidated by managing your accounts and books, this comprehensive guide empowers you to take charge of those pesky figures to keep your business afloat.

Genres: Business, Nonfiction

496 pages, Paperback

First published March 26, 2015

Reviews

[R. M. · Rating 2 out of 5]

For something aimed at dummies, I am very confused. Have an example of this book's tone:
Book 1, Chapter 2: "Don't worry about this, we go over it in Book 2, Chapter 3"
Book 2, Chapter 3: "You'll remember this when we went over it in Book 1, Chapter 2"
The book would have benefited hugely from a simple glossary of definitions too.
I rescued this from a tall stack of books my housemate - just finished an accounting degree - was going to dump in the recycling. I'd hoped this one would have been the best for someone at a beginners level like I am, but now I wonder if I'd been as well off with one of the slimmer, more advanced books.

[Gordon · Rating 2 out of 5]

I bought this to get some basic grasp of the subject. I've always thought I was OK at maths, but accounting and bookkeeping have seemed like... a closed book. And I'm afraid they still are, even after reading chunks of this book.

This is not a book for those who want to ask 'why?', it's a book for those who 'do as they're told'. I'm sure it's good for accounting students, but if, like me, you just want to be able to study a balance sheet and not feel stupid, this is not the book for you. You'll simply end up feeling more stupid.

[MR S ILK · Rating 5 out of 5]

Broad

Read this book to gain a broad overview of an accountants duties. Not the easiest to read at times but very accessible. I now need to research qualifications in the field.

[Venelina Radeva · Rating 1 out of 5]

Sorry but I found that book totally different in order to what we study at College.
Not of a help at all ... as I read this one at first I have had struggled with wrong terminology ... Do not recommend.