This is an essential guide for all those non-accountants who want to be able to read and interpret business accounts. Whatever business you run, you need to be able to make informed decisions about its future, as well as comply with tax regulations. This Made Easy guide explains what goes into accounts, and how to benefit from the crucial information they provide. It will also help students, investors and those who look after accounts for clubs and other organisations. Areas covered in this Guide: Profit and loss accounts, Balance sheets, Company accounts, Management accounts, Creative accounting, Case studies, Example sole trader, partnership and small company accounts, Checklists for valuing stock and troubleshooting.