<p>It is easy to be confused by different methods of accounting and one of the hardest concepts to understand is receivables. In this guide author Othneil Hall a longtime accounting professional examines accounts receivable in easy-to-understand language in this handbook for students office managers bookkeepers receivables specialists and everyone else interested in mastering the basics of this critical feature of accounting.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>You will learn almost everything on receivables including how to</p><p>&nbsp;</p><ul> <li>understand the various types of receivables accounting;</li> <li>record receivables in the most efficient manner;</li> <li>convert accounts receivable into notes receivable; and</li> <li>make adjustments for bad debts.</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><p>This guide also provides advice on how to change your approach based on whether you work for a service-oriented company or one that revolves around merchandise inventory. Some of the transactions are similar between the two types of companies while some are not.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Whether you are seeking to understand financial terms get a job in the financial services field improve your organization&rsquo;s collection of accounts receivable or boost your general knowledge of accounting The Accounting Tabloid can help.</p>