<p>A knowledge of bookkeeping and a basic understanding of the balance sheet income statement and cash flow statement are indispensable to education in business and economics. <em>Basics of Bookkeeping</em> meets the needs of accounting students and practitioners in understanding the complexities of the subject.</p><p>After a brief study in elementary accounting the authors introduce the basics of cost accounting financial accounting and financial management. The book provides a practical approach and each new topic is followed by simple examples. </p><p>With its concise approach this textbook will be valued by students with no background in accounting and finance. A companion website featuring extra exercises and multiple choice questions can be found at www.bookkeeping.noordhoff.nl.</p>