The bestselling guide to stress-free bookkeeping - specifically for Australia and New Zealand Do you want to save time, money, and a few grey hairs by establishing efficient bookkeeping practices? You’ve come to the right place! Bookkeeping For Dummies, Second Australian & New Zealand Edition, shows small business owners and bookkeepers how to record day-to-day transactions, understand GST, generate Profit & Loss reports, and so much more. Inside, you’ll get to grips with bookkeeping basics, discover how to record business transactions correctly, use the latest accounting software, and find out how to manage employee payroll. You’ll also get advice on allocating tricky transactions correctly. The new edition of this bestselling guide has been fully updated to include cloud accounting software, bank feeds, and automated reconciliations. You can find out about changes to BAS Agent legislation, and the latest in payroll and tax reporting obligations. New chapters include how to start your own independent bookkeeping practice, and a practical explanation of the bookkeeper’s professional ‘code of conduct.’ Covers cloud accounting and recent changes in the accounting software landscape Includes information and resources specific to Australia and New Zealand Contains a Foreword written by Matthew Addison, Executive Director of the Institute of Certified Bookkeepers Provides lots of helpful information and tips for students studying Certificate IV in Bookkeeping or Financial Services. Do you know your assets from your equity? Or are you confused about depreciation? Whether you’re a small business owner who is new to bookkeeping or a seasoned bookkeeping professional who wants to learn more about creating complex financial reports, Bookkeeping For Dummies sets you up for success.

Created especially for the Australian customer! Take the stress out of bookkeeping with easy-to-follow advice from the experts Do you have trouble balancing the books for your small business every month? Or are you a professional bookkeeper wishing to hone your skills? Whatever your bookkeeping needs, this practical guide to the ins and outs of business transactions will help you ensure that the numbers add up every time. Follow the bookkeeping cycle -- make the end of the month hassle-free by recording transactions properly Translate the financial lingo -- know your assets from your equity and don't get depressed about depreciation Prepare financial reports -- understand how a business is doing by analysing Profit Use accounting software -- throw out the shoebox of receipts and discover a new world of technology Stay on the right side of the law -- tick all the boxes, from registering a business to paying employees correctly Get qualified -- succeed in Certificate IV Bookkeeping with lots of tips and info for your core units Crack the GST code -- keep the tax wolves from the door by calculating GST correctly Tame the bookkeeping tiger -- understand accruals, general journals, inventory management and more

Get your books in order quickly and easily with this straightforward guide to Australian bookkeeping Bookkeeping Essentials For Dummies is the must-have guide to understanding Australian bookkeeping. This vital reference provides the core information that all bookkeepers and small business owners need, with each task explained step by step, and tricky concepts broken down into simple and accessible language. This second edition has been fully updated to reflect the impact of cloud-based accounting, and provides practical tips for working with MYOB, QuickBooks, Reckon and Xero. Discover how bank feeds and automated reconciliations can transform everyday bookkeeping, and how you can use these features, along with the cloud, to save time and make your bookkeeping processes more efficient. Find out how to create a new set of accounts, and figure out the best ways to record income and expenses. Whether you balance your own books or pay someone else to do it, it's crucial to have a sound understanding of basic bookkeeping. Bookkeeping Essentials For Dummies is the quick, easy way to get up to speed, with relevant and practical advice. Choose the right accounting software for your business Create systems for recording expenses, payments, receipts and sales Reconcile accounts and chase the money you're owed Process employee pay and generate payroll reports Understand GST, code transactions and complete Business Activity Statements Say goodbye to dry explanations and confusing jargon. Bookkeeping Essentials For Dummies is your go-to guide in order to use the latest technology to its best advantage and develop new skills. Eliminate the stress of poor bookkeeping systems, and do your books efficiently with this lively resource.

Take the stress out of bookkeeping with this bestselling guide - written specifically for the Australian audience! Warren Buffet has called accounting "the language of business" – the less well you speak it, the less likely you are to succeed. But there's no need to be intimidated: Bookkeeping for Dummies, 3rd Australian Edition is here to help make – and keep – you fluent. Whether you're a small business owner who's beginning to grapple with concepts and terminology, or a bookkeeping professional who wants to stay on track with the latest software or regulations, this bestseller will help you keep your business on the right side of the ledger. Written in friendly, easy-to-follow style by leading financial tech author and instructor Veechi Curtis, this comprehensively updated guide has you covered: from the basics—understanding the lingo and recording income vs. expenses—all the way to Cloud accounting and conforming to the latest BAS legal requirements. Master the essentials, from recording transactions to processing payroll Choose and use the right software for your needs Allocate difficult-to-code transactions more easily Pass certified courses with flying colours Whatever your needs, this Bookkeeping For Dummies, 3rd Australian Edition will keep you out of the red and ensure all your numbers add up flawlessly – every time.

Created especially for the Australian customer! Take the stress out of bookkeeping with easy-to-follow advice from the experts Do you have trouble balancing the books for your small business every month? Or are you a professional bookkeeper wishing to hone your skills? Whatever your bookkeeping needs, this practical guide to the ins and outs of business transactions will help you ensure that the numbers add up every time. Follow the bookkeeping cycle -- make the end of the month hassle-free by recording transactions properly Translate the financial lingo -- know your assets from your equity and don't get depressed about depreciation Prepare financial reports -- understand how a business is doing by analysing Profit Use accounting software -- throw out the shoebox of receipts and discover a new world of technology Stay on the right side of the law -- tick all the boxes, from registering a business to paying employees correctly Get qualified -- succeed in Certificate IV Bookkeeping with lots of tips and info for your core units Crack the GST code -- keep the tax wolves from the door by calculating GST correctly Tame the bookkeeping tiger -- understand accruals, general journals, inventory management and more.

Take your small business to new heights Thinking about starting a new business? Searching for new ways to run your small business better? Whether you're starting your own business from scratch or looking to grow an existing venture, this easy-to-follow guide helps you reach your small business dreams. Covering everything from marketing and business planning to legal structures and building a positive online presence, this updated edition of the bestselling Small Business For Dummies is the essential guide no Australian or New Zealand small business owner should be without! Unfortunately, nearly half of small businesses in Australia and New Zealand fail within their first year of operation. But the good news is that with the right business acumen, the odds don't have to be stacked against you—and that's where this friendly guide helps! Inside, you'll discover how to develop a blueprint for success with a winning business plan, find your unique selling point and get it out to the masses, deliver on your customers' expectations, secure high rankings on search engines to get your website seen, recruit the best employees to build an unstoppable team and so much more. Includes dedicated chapters for retailers, manufacturers and wholesalers Covers the rules on superannuation, pay rates and OH&S Shows you how to market your business more effectively Guides you step-by-step through putting your business online Squash issues before they arise, pounce on opportunities the competition has missed and make your small business thrive with the help of Small Business For Dummies.

A friendly guide to the skills and tools you need to ace your next interview - specifically for Australian and New Zealand job seekers! Just landing a job interview in Australia's current economy is a challenge, so you'd better be ready when you do. It's more important than ever that you perform at your best when you get the opportunity for a face-to-face interview. Successful Job Interviews For Dummies, Australian & New Zealand Edition includes handy tips and practical advice for acing any interview, whether you're a new graduate looking for your first job or an experienced professional looking for a career change. You'll find unbeatable advice on every aspect of interviewing, from getting prepared to answer tough questions to negotiating a better salary offer. Presents useful, practical guidance on acing interviews, with a particular focus on the Australian and New Zealand job market Covers such topics as overcoming fear of interviews, asking the right questions, tailoring your qualifications for specific positions, interviewing across cultures, and much more Includes ten ways to win rave reviews and ten interview challenges to master It's tough out there today. When you do get your foot in the door, make sure they can't slam it closed on you. Successful Job Interviews For Dummies gives you the guidance you need to succeed.