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Learn the basics

101 Guide

Accounting basics

Find out the basics to keep your business accounts in order.
101 Guide

Record keeping

Learn what records to keep, how to keep them and how long for.
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101 Guide

Key financial terms

Understand the different financial terms used in business.
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Article

Why set up a business bank account

Learn when you need a separate account and why it's a good idea.
Article

Choosing between cash and accrual accounting

Understand cash and accrual accounting, and the pros and cons of each.
Tutorial

How to create a budget

Find out how to create a budget so you can track your business' financial health.
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Accounting tips and steps

Analyse business finances

Learn how to use financial ratios and calculations to manage your business.

How to organise your finances

Find out how to organise your finances to keep your business on track.

How to set up a balance sheet

Get a picture of your business's current financial health.

How to set up a profit and loss statement

What to include in your profit and loss statement to find how much you're really making.

How to set up a cash flow statement

Find out what to include in your cash flow statement to help manage your payments.

Essential tasks at end of financial year (EOFY)

Learn how to prepare for the EOFY to get your business organised.

How to improve your business's financial position

Find out some ways to improve your financial position and cash flow.
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