20 of the Best Tax & Accounting Infographics
The world of accounting is full of information. From taxes to bookkeeping to finance, there's much more to accounting than just math and numbers. Thankfully, helpful people from around the world have created some fabulous infographics that present the world of accounting in a clear, concise format.
Here are some of the best ones out there (in our humble opinion):
1. The Duties of an Accountant and Auditor
This infographic gives an overview of the many different functions of an accountant who specializes in audits. Though there's much more to the job than what's presented here, the information in this graphic may help you understand the basics of the job.
2. What Accountants Should Know About Becoming a CPA
Professional accountants who meet certain criteria and pass an accounting exam may earn the title of Certified Public Accountant. This infographic compiles numerous statistics about CPAs, including pass/fail rates for the licensing exam. Anyone who hopes to become a CPA will benefit from the information provided here.
This handy guide explains many of the basics of accounting as it pertains to businesses and their financial growth. While this infographic was designed for entrepreneurs and small business owners, it's also a helpful guide for students who'd like to earn a degree in accounting.
Here's another handy infographic that's useful for understanding the basic principles of accounting. This gives an overview of assets and liabilities. It also explains how the core accounting system works.
5. How to Organize Your Receipts for Tax Time
Almost everyone can benefit from this tax time cheat sheet. It explains which receipts you should keep and how to organize them for the next tax year.
6. File Your Taxes in Five Steps
Once the receipts are organized, it's time to file taxes for the previous year. This infographic walks you through that process, step by step.
Now that you know the benefits of becoming a CPA, it's time to start the process. Follow the steps outlined on this infographic to start your life as a Certified Public Accountant.
This infographic tells all about one of the scariest words a taxpayer can hear: audit. Once the information is broken down and explained, however, an audit isn't nearly as intimidating as most people think.
9. 7 Options for the Aspiring Accountant
The accounting field is full of choices. This easy-to-read guide breaks each option down in a simple format.
10. The 10 Worst Corporate Accounting Scandals of All Time
Like many other professions, corporate accounting must follow specific federal guidelines. When they fail to do so, corporations commit a crime. Here are 10 of the worst corporate accounting scandals to date.
11. CPA vs. CMA
There are several different licensures an accountant can obtain. This graphic explains the difference between the two most popular: the CPA and the CMA.
12. Double Entry Bookkeeping: The Essential Basis of Good Bookkeeping Practices
This infographic explains the core concepts behind the basic bookkeeping system: double entry. It also includes a small cheat sheet for debiting and crediting accounts.
13. 10 Strange but Legitimate Federal Tax Deductions
Taxes are complicated, and some of the allowable tax deductions are simply baffling. This graphic shows 10 deductions that are legitimate but just plain weird.
14. The Freelancer's Tax Guide
Most freelancers are confused about taxes. However, they're still obligated to pay them on time and correctly. This guide explains which taxes a freelancer owes and how they should be filed to avoid penalties.
15. The Ultimate Guide for Those Considering a Future in Accounting
This graphic is exactly what it says it is: an excellent guide for future accountants. It provides all the information you need about the accounting profession in a concise, informative graphic.
16. How Accounting Has Been Changed Over Time With Technology
Accounting has come a long way since its inception. This guide shows some of the changes that technology has made on the industry.
17. Comparison of the Top Accounting and Financial Apps
This chart shows the numerous accounting apps that are available, explains what functions they provide, and shows which accounting processes are best for each one.
18. 7 Deadly Sins of Financial Management
This infographic shows the top seven issues that a financial management faces every day. It's a valuable resource for business owners and accounting professionals.
19. A Brief History of Income Taxes
From 1862 to present day, this guide explains the history of income taxes in an easy-to-read format.
This quirky little infographic explains the path to accounting. It's a unique resource for students, professional accountants, or anyone interested in the profession. The video game-style format is just an added bonus.
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