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Unlocking the Language of Accounting: Understanding Common Terms

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Accounting operates within its own language, a system of terms and conventions that serve as the backbone of financial communication and analysis. Understanding this unique language is essential for interpreting financial data, making informed decisions, and effectively navigating the intricate world of business finance.

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Friday Footnotes: Anyone Wanna Work in Hollywood?; Profit-Hungry CEOs Love Gen AI; KPMG’s SF Future | 1.19.24

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Hollywood Oh boy, it turns out that there's a shortage of production accountants in the entertainment industry, which means that there's a great opportunity for people who love crunching numbers and are willing to sell their souls to Hollywood for a paycheck. That number is 64% globally, according to PwC.

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Manual vs. Automated Accounting: What’s the Difference

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Even in the 21st century, it’s still possible to do your bookkeeping with paper spreadsheets or account books. If manual accounting works for you, nobody can force you to change. Accounting standards are the same whether you use ledgers or laptops. What is a Manual Accounting System?

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