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Accounting Fundamentals: Understanding Financial Statements
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Why This Matters
Financial literacy is no longer optional—it's the foundation of participating fully in any organization. Three core statements run every business, and you'll learn to read them in plain language.
What You'll Master
- The income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow statement
- Cash accounting versus accrual accounting
- How topline revenue and key equations work together
The instructor breaks down each spreadsheet without jargon, so you'll walk away confident in your ability to understand financial information in the real world.
About this course
Join Skillshare CEO Matt Cooper to learn to read and understand the essential financial statements everyone should know!
No matter your career path, everyone should understand the basics of business accounting. Start here with a straightforward walkthrough of the three essential financial spreadsheets: income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements. Key lessons include:
- Cash accounting vs accrual accounting
- Calculating topline revenue
- How to balance your statements
- Key terms and basic equations
All are welcome to this introduction to the world of accounting — Matt explains each spreadsheet in plain language, ensuring you walk away with the ability to understand essential financial information. After taking this class, you'll be able to fully participate in any organization, no matter your role.
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