Part I

First Steps

Glenn Lumsden

‘Representing Australasia, Debbie Wilson will be performing a double-entry transferrance to general ledger with debit and credit.’

In this part . . .

Bookkeepers provide the life-giving oxygen for everyday commerce. Without bookkeepers, businesses wouldn’t know if they’re making or losing money, getting ahead or falling behind. Without bookkeepers, the world would likely grind to a halt and cease to do business.

In the first part of this book, I talk about what makes a good bookkeeper, daring to suggest that attitude is just as important as a string of qualifications. I help you get started on this whole bookkeeping game, building your first custom-fit chart of accounts.

I also show no fear and dive into the debits and credits of double-entry accounting. Is it indecent that a person could have so much fun? Maybe — but you’re just the person for the job.