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  • Flowcharting Made Simple

    As accountants advance into higher managerial positions and take on more strategic responsibilities, many find that flowcharts and similar graphic…

  • IAS 36 – Impairment of Assets

    International Accounting Standard IAS 36, Impairment of Assets, is the first accounting standard that deals comprehensively with the impact of…

  • A New Exam for a Changing Profession

    Say goodbye to the pencil-and-paper CPA exam. The last such exam is set for November. Come spring 2004, a new…

  • Build Rapport Within Your Network

    Chances are you're constantly hearing about the importance of networking when you're looking for a job or planning a career…

  • Interpretation of accounts

    Interpreting financial statements usually includes comparison — that of one company with another or for the same company over a…

  • Gearing

    Gearing, or leverage, describes the mix of long-term corporate funding provided internally (by shareholders) to that contributed externally (by lenders).…

  • Evaluating Whether to Move for a Job Opportunity

    In a competitive job market, immediately jumping at the next employment opportunity can be tempting, even if it requires relocation.…

  • Building Your Communication Skills

    Accountants are taking an increasingly visible role within their organizations, working on cross-departmental projects from strategic planning to information technology…

  • Setting the Stage for a Successful Interview

    If you've been invited for a job interview, you've already impressed the prospective employer with the accomplishments and skills listed…

  • Responsibility accounting

    This article considers organisational structures and measures of divisional performance. Candidates need to develop competence in this vital area of…

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