Unless you're one of those rare numbers people, the thought of accounting and bookkeeping probably make your head spin. While these pragmatic and confusing practices may not be fun for the rest of us, mastering them is absolutely essential in order to run and maintain a successful business. Thankfully, Bookkeeping & Accounting All-in-One For Dummies, UK Edition, is here to take the intimidation out of crunching numbers and offers easy-to-follow, step-by-step instruction on keeping your business' finances in order with information specific to a business in the United Kingdom.

Written in plain English and packed with loads of helpful instruction, this approachable and all-encompassing guide arms you with everything you need to get up and running on all the latest accounting practices and bookkeeping software. Inside, you'll find out how to prepare financial statements, balance your books, keep the tax inspector off your back, and so much more.

• Gives you access to supplemental online samples of bookkeeping forms, accounting templates, and spreadsheets
• Includes many practical bookkeeping and accounting exercises and templates
• Simplifies every aspect of accounting and record-keeping
• Shows you how to run your business by the books

If you're a small business owner or employee who is confused and intimidated by managing your accounts and books, this comprehensive guide empowers you to take charge of those pesky figures to keep your business afloat.

Make bookkeeping a breeze with Sage

Sage 50 Accounts is a tremendously popular resource among accounting professionals, and exciting upgrades in version 22 make it even more useful. This book helps you use get started with installation as well as customisation, and in a short time you'll be running VAT returns and producing reports. Newer features help you store copies on the cloud, access data from anywhere and much more.

Inside...

• Fully updated screenshots
• How to use Sage Drive
• A guide to key buttons
• New ways to access tasks
• Toolbar configuration tips
• Valuable window shortcuts
• How to process paperwork
• Project management help
• Tips on using mobile apps

Accurate bookkeeping is crucial to the success of every business--but few people relish in this highly detailed task. Luckily, this new edition of Bookkeeping For Dummies simplifies every aspect of financial record keeping, walking you through the basic skills you need to make numbers your minion. From tracking transactions and keeping ledgers to producing balance sheets and year-end reports, this straight-talking guide takes the intimidation out of bookkeeping and shows you how to make it your best friend in business.

Fully updated to include the latest coverage of accounting practices and bookkeeping software, this new edition of Bookkeeping For Dummies features tons of practical exercises to get you up and running with what you need to keep your books balanced, your finances in order and the tax inspector off your back.

• Find updated bookkeeping templates and resources available via download
• Manage day-to-day records like sales and purchases
• Produce Profit and Loss Statements and Balance Sheets
• Prepare year-end documents with confidence and ease

From the importance of keeping a paper trail to the best ways to keep payroll rolling--and everything in between--this is the ideal resource for anyone looking to learn the bookkeeping ropes.

Get to grips with Sage Instant Accounts in simple steps.

This comprehensive guide walks you through every aspect of setting up and using Sage Instant Accounts, from downloading and installing the software to customizing it to your needs. Packed with handy step-by-step instructions (and fully illustrated with screenshots), this book is the easiest way to get the most from Sage Instant Accounts and take control of your business finances.

Learn to:

• Keep track of money in and out and easily view your cash position
• Produce reports on your business performance and profitability
• Store customer information and easily generate quotes, invoices and remittances
• Record and accurately manage your VAT - and submit your VAT return to HMRC online
• Prepare for business audits and your financial year-end