The CFO manages the financial structure and oversees the financial performance of an organization, so this is a critical and demanding management position. The CFO Guidebook provides the CFO with detailed advice regarding how to be most effective in every aspect of the job. The book covers all parts of the CFO's traditional finance role, including budgeting, fundraising, investments, going public, investor relations, and share management. It goes on to address more recent additions to the ...

A number of accounting standards are targeted at the entertainment industry, requiring businesses to follow specific rules for license agreements, the buildout of cable systems, film costs, music licensing, and more. Entertainment Industry Accounting covers these accounting requirements, along with related presentation and disclosure topics, with the intent of clarifying how specific transactions are to be handled. This manual covers the accounting for broadcasting, cable televisi...

The benefits and compensation paid by an employer represent a large part of its total expenditures, and also lay it open to risks of cost overruns, lawsuits, and government penalties. In this manual, we provide an overview of the basic benefit and compensation areas that the auditor needs to be concerned about, and also describe the auditing tasks to pursue in order to identify problem areas that need to be fixed. These auditing tasks can significantly reduce the costs and risks of an empl...

Derivatives and hedges have a well-earned reputation for arcane accounting rules. This manual cuts through the jargon to the essential accounting required for derivatives and hedges, as well as the associated controls and disclosures. It specifically emphasizes cash flow hedges and fair value hedges. In addition, it is helpful to see how derivatives are used, so the manual addresses how they can be deployed to mitigate certain types of risk.

Oil and gas operations have some of the most unique accounting issues found in any industry. Oil & Gas Accounting delves into acquisition, exploration, development, and production activities, covering many industry-specific accounting issues. Topics covered include the successful efforts method, full cost method, reserve reporting, the unit of production method, severance taxes, take-or-pay arrangements, transfers of mineral interests, and joint interest accounting, as well as industry-spe...

There are many options for estate planning that can minimize taxes, while ensuring that assets are distributed in accordance with your specific wishes. These options are covered in detail in Estate Planning Fundamentals. It covers the essentials of wills, probate, living trusts, the pay-on-death option, gift taxes and estate taxes, as well as planning for personal incapacity and much more.

Auditing is a cornerstone of financial integrity and trust in today’s business environment. Principles of Auditing offers an in-depth exploration of auditing concepts, bridging theory with practical application to prepare students for success in the field. This comprehensive textbook covers the entire audit process, from planning and risk assessment to executing audit procedures and delivering audit reports. Readers will gain a clear understanding of audit evidence, sampling methods, and t...

Attracting and retaining the best employees is a herculean task, perhaps the most demanding one for today's manager. The Human Resources Guidebook can be a valuable resource for the manager who needs a thorough knowledge of all issues relating to employees. The book describes how to plan for the appropriate staffing and skill levels, as well as how to design jobs and tailor recruiting campaigns to attract the correct types of candidates. There is extensive coverage of employee development,...

A business that employs effective contract managers is more likely to be profitable, because they can minimize contract costs and ensure that deliverables are completed on time. In Contract Management, we explore all aspects of the contract management job, including contract law, contract terms, contracting risks, and how to issue a well-written request for proposals. The book also addresses how to monitor contractor performance, inspect deliverables, and close out projects, along...

A property manager needs to maintain the accounting records for a number of property owners, which calls for a unique chart of accounts, journal entries that pertain to specific property transactions, and periodic reports that convey the financial essentials to owners. Property Management Accounting addresses these topics and more, giving the accountant a firm grounding in how to deal with any property-related accounting issue that may arise.

Financial statements are designed to show the performance, financial condition, and cash flows of a business. The Interpretation of Financial Statements reveals how to convert these statements into an open book that can be explored in depth, giving crucial insights to investors, lenders, and creditors. It does so by describing the structure of the financial statements, noting a number of tools for extracting information from the statements, and providing a wealth of additional insights int...

A veterinary practice has several operational issues that call for unique accounting solutions. In the Accounting for Veterinary Practices manual, we cover the need for practice-specific controls, as well as profit center reporting for each of its revenue-generating areas. We also note the accounting for all major practice areas, including payroll, fixed assets, billings, and payables, with extensive coverage of how to close the books.