Financial Accounting For Decision Makers, 1st edition

Published by Pearson (12 January 2026) © 2027

  • Wendy M. Tietz Kent State University
  • Melissa Larson Brigham Young University
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  • More memorable. Study better with notes, highlights, and flashcards.
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In this eTextbook — More ways to learn

  • More support. Get AI help with personalized summaries, instant explanations, and quick translations.
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  • More interactive. Learn through audio, video, and practice.
  • More memorable. Study better with notes, highlights, and flashcards.

Title overview

Financial Accounting for Decision Makers offers a “concepts first” introduction to financial accounting. It shifts the focus from traditional bookkeeping practices to the impact of transactions on financial statements. This unique concept-oriented approach provides a fresh perspective to meet your practical needs while avoiding unnecessary complexity.

The authors’ plain-language explanations, insightful graphics and engaging narrative make concepts interesting and easy to digest. A scaffolding approach in the text and its resources let you practice at the basic level and then advance to more challenging problems. And with real-world examples from contemporary companies, you’ll deepen your understanding of the relevance of financial analysis and its applications to your future career.

Table of contents

  1. Fundamentals of Accounting and Financial Statements
  2. Transaction Analysis and the Accounting Cycle
  3. Accrual Accounting and Financial Statements
  4. Cash, Short-Term Investments, Internal Control, and Analytics
  5. Receivables and Revenue
  6. Inventory and Cost of Goods Sold
  7. Long-Term Assets
  8. Current and Contingent Liabilities
  9. Long-Term Liabilities
  10. Stockholders’ Equity
  11. Statement of Cash Flows
  12. Financial Statement Analysis and Accounting Oversight

APPENDICES

  1. Apple Inc. Annual Report 2024
  2. Typical Charts of Accounts for Different Types of Businesses
  3. Time Value of Money

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