The Finance Coach: Teach Yourself

Most business books just tell you what to do. The Finance Coach guides you every step of the way.· Manage your business area for improved financial performance· Communicate confidently with colleagues, bosses and finance professionals· Set and monitor financial objectives and targetsWho are you?This book is for any manager outside of the finance function who wants to better understand the financial performance of their company, business unit or department with a view to improving it. It will give you the ability to understand the results of customers, potential customers, suppliers and competitors for credit control, supplier management and benchmarking purposes.Where will this book take you?You will be confident with basic financial concepts and able to understand and interpret published accounts. By focusing on management accounting, it will help you compile budgets, control and manage costs, justify investment ideas and negotiate for funding and resources with senior managers, the board and the finance department.How does it work?You'll fine-tune your finance skills through a combination of practical, tried-and-tested advice and unique interactive exercises.What else do I get?The book includes access to a range of free downloadable templates and resources that will help you develop even further.Who is the author?Lindsey Byrne is a qualified management accountant (ACMA) with more than 20 years post qualification experience in finance, commercial and strategy roles in a wide range of industries. She's also a successful business trainer who provides a range of coaching services on all aspects of finance.