Introduction to Financial Accounting

Abstract

Learning Objectives

At the end of this chapter, learners should be able to:

• Define accounting.

• Explain the objectives of financial accounting/reporting.

• Explain regulatory framework for financial reporting.

• Appreciate why human resource managers should care about accounting.

Citation

Amadi, C. and Ejiogu, A. (2021), "Introduction to Financial Accounting", Pepple, D. and Zhang, C. (Ed.) Financial and Managerial Aspects in Human Resource Management: A Practical Guide, Emerald Publishing Limited, Leeds, pp. 3-9. https://doi.org/10.1108/978-1-83909-612-920211002