Accounting for Entrepreneurs

As a small business owner, it's important to have a solid grasp of basic accounting principles. If accounting isn't your forte, don't panic -- we've got you covered with a series of articles that will bring you up to speed on small business accounting basics. (21 articles)

Successful small business owners rely on financial statements to guide their decision-making. Balance sheets, income statements, expense reports -- we'll tell you everything you need to know to make financial statements pay off in your business. (12 articles)

Payments and receivables are the lifeblood of a small business -- without the right tools, your business could face a serious cash flow crunch. Our tips on managing payments and receivables will equip you with strategies to maintain positive cash flow in your business. (15 articles)

Sound bookkeeping procedures are critical to your company's success. In this section, we discuss what it takes to set up and maintain a first-rate bookkeeping system in a small or medium-sized business. (5 articles)

Poor recordkeeping can negatively impact your company's bottom line. Fortunately, our Recordkeeping Advice section is packed with informative articles to help keep your small business's records in tip-top shape. (7 articles)