The go-to resource managerial accountants can turn to for sustaining their company's competitive advantage From flex budgeting to detailing the more sophisticated skills like throughput analysis for capital investments and the fast close for public companies, The Controller's Function, Fourth Edition offers numerous real-world examples, expertly balancing both the technical and managerial sides of the job.
- Provides an overview of the functions and responsibilities of the controller/management accountant in a corporation
- Explores how controllers can better perform their jobs
- Offers a solid foundation for those who are new to this area
Comprehensive and practical, this book fully defines the role, functions and responsibilities of the managerial accountant in a corporation.
Preface xi
Chapter 1: The Controller’s Job 1
Main Job Functions 1
Job Description 2
Job Qualifications 5
Organizational Structure of the Accounting Department 6
Ethics 11
Chapter 2: Internal Control 13
Basic Elements 13
Controls to Use in Your Business 20
Elements of Internal Accounting Control 48
Levels of Controls 49
Fraud 50
Auditing for Fraud 54
Notes 55
Chapter 3: Planning and the Strategic Plan 56
Strategic Plan Overview 56
System of Plans 59
Planning Cycle 60
Planning Roles 62
Planning Timing and the Planning Period 63
Business Mission 65
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