LINK 2: FORBES Flashcards

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process of recording, classifying and summarizing financial transactions. It provides a clear picture of the financial health of your organization and its performance, which can serve as a catalyst for resource management and strategic growth.

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accounting

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professional with a bachelor’s degree who provides financial advice, tax planning and bookkeeping services.

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accountant

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type of professional accountant with more training and experience than a typical accountant. licensure examinations

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cpa

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Their primary job is to help clients with their taxes so they can avoid paying too much or too little in federal income or state income taxes.

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tax professionals

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This is the practice of recording and reporting financial transactions and cash flows.

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financial accounting

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This focuses on the use and interpretation of financial information to make sound business decisions.

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managerial accounting

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This is the process of tracking, analyzing and understanding the costs involved in a specific business activity.

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cost accounting

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This is the act of tracking and reporting income and expenses related to your company’s taxes.

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tax accounting

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Allows you to do basic tasks such as tracking inventory, invoicing and payments, and generating reports on sales and expenses.

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accounting software

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popularly regarded as “the language of business” because it doesn’t just help you keep track of your money, but also helps you make informed decisions about your business.

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accounting

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