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Print Resources for Accounting & Finance

The books in the Vance-Granville library are organized by the Library of Congress classification system. Most of the accounting books will be under the call number for the Social Sciences, which will have call numbers starting with the letter H.

Accounting and finance books in particular could fall under the following call numbers:

HF - Commerce

HG - Finance

HJ - Public Finance

Related Periodicals

Accounting & the Public Interest (2001-present)
Provides studies linked to public interest by situating them within an economic, social, ethical, and political context.
Accounting Historians Journal (2004-present)
Addresses the development of accounting thought & practice. It embraces all subject matter relating to accounting history, including but not limited to research that provides an historical perspective on contemporary accounting issues.
Accounting Horizons (1987-present)
Reviewed research manuscripts and commentary relevant to all aspects of the discipline of accounting.
Accounting Review (1926-present)
Articles reporting the results of accounting research and explaining and illustrating related research methodology.
Accounting Today (1992-present)
The latest accounting news and information for CPAs, accountants, tax preparers and auditors, along with practice management advice.
Inc. (1990-current)
Presents articles on financial & personnel management, marketing, administration, sales and operations for executives & managers of small to mid-sized companies.
Issues in Accounting Education (1983-present)
Journal from the American Accounting Association that presents articles, reviews and commentary on various aspects of accounting education.
Journal of Accounting, Auditing & Finance (1986-present)
Presents research articles, professional adaptation and empirical analysis on all aspects of accounting, auditing and finance for a general readership.
Journal of Business Finance & Accounting (1974-1 year ago)
Research on business finance, financial theory, financial accounting and reporting, management accounting and control, and accountability and audit of performance for professionals in the field.
Kiplinger's Personal Finance (1991-present)
Relates to saving, investing, taxes, insurance, major purchases including homes, education, health, travel & more.

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Ebooks about Accounting

Accounting Terminology by BarCharts, Inc.
ISBN: 9781423229377
Publication Date: 2016
6 page quick guide to core terms and concepts in accounting.
Contemporary Finance by Allan M. Malz
ISBN: 9781394179626
Publication Date: 2024-10-29
Explains essential models and practices, and how the financial world works now.
The Essentials of Finance and Accounting for Nonfinancial Managers by Edward Fields
ISBN: 9780814436943
Publication Date: 2016
Demystifies finance & accounting and covers accounting regulations, international accounting practices, and global business trends.
Financial Management by Jack Alexander
ISBN: 9781394228362
Publication Date: 2024
Insights and practical tools for finance professionals to contribute as trusted advisors and business partners.
The Handy Accounting Answer Book by Amber K. Gray
ISBN: 9781578596751
Publication Date: 2019-04-01
Answers common questions about accounting and personal finance for everyone
How to Read a Financial Report by Tage C. Tracy
ISBN: 9781394268696
Publication Date: 2024
Learn how to read, understand, analyze, and interpret different types of financial reports.
How to Write a Financial Report by Tage C. Tracy
ISBN: 9781394263349
Publication Date: 2024
Complete guide to understanding and writing financial reports with clear communication.
Psychology of Financial Planning by Brad Klontz; Charles R. Chaffin; Ted Klontz
ISBN: 9781119983729
Publication Date: 2022-09-27
Delivers a comprehensive overview of the psychological factors that impact financial planning clients.
The Routledge Companion to Accounting History by John Richard Edwards (Editor); Stephen P. Walker (Editor)
ISBN: 9780815375869
Publication Date: 2020
Explores and analyzes accounting from ancient civilizations to the modern day.

Accounting & Finance Databases

Academic Video Online (ProQuest) This link opens in a new window
Wide-ranging collection of over 70,000 streaming videos covering a wide range of subject areas. Types of videos include documentaries, interviews, feature films, performances, newsreels, and more. Available films include Oscar, Emmy, and Peabody-winning titles.
Associates Programs Source Plus (EBSCO) This link opens in a new window
Covers key subjects in two-year college settings, including cosmetology, culinary arts, substance abuse counseling, and electrical technology, to name a few. The database includes over 2,000 full-text journals and over 300 full-text ebooks.
Business (Gale OneFile) This link opens in a new window
Provides full-text coverage of all business disciplines including accounting, economics, finance, marketing, management and strategy, as well as business theory and practice. Includes nearly 4,000 leading business and trade publications, updated daily and a selection of international, U.S., and regional news publications. (Formerly Gale Business Collection)
Business Source Ultimate (EBSCO) This link opens in a new window
Peer-reviewed, full-text journals and other resources that provide historical information and current trends in business. Includes 3,500+ full-text journals and magazines covering accounting, administration, banking, economics, finance, human resources, management, and marketing.
Ebook Central Academic and Public Library Complete This link opens in a new window
Scholarly ebook titles supporting student and faculty research, and general nonfiction on topics such as school & studying, career development, arts & leisure, and practical life skills.
eBooks on EBSCOhost This link opens in a new window
Over 26,000 fiction, reference, scholarly, and professional books online. For tutorials and other help on using EBSCO ebooks on different computers and devices, visit the eBooks on EBSCOhost support page.
Films on Demand This link opens in a new window
Thousands of high quality videos on business & economics, health & medicine, humanities & social sciences, and science & mathematics, as well as travel and fitness programming, home and how-to videos, indie films, and popular music performances. Includes Oscar, Emmy and Peabody award winning documentaries, interviews, instructional and vocational training videos, historical speeches and newsreels.
Gale Virtual Reference Library (Gale Ebooks) This link opens in a new window
Searchable collection of online reference titles.
Morningstar Investing Center This link opens in a new window
Includes research and independent opinions on thousands of mutual funds, stocks, and hundreds of ETFs.
O'Reilly for Higher Education This link opens in a new window
O’Reilly for Higher Education includes more than 38,000 book titles and more than 30,000 hours of video on topics ranging from programming to IT networking to project management to graphic design to business strategy. Available content includes code snippets, certification preparation materials, practice exercises, training videos, and much more.
PrepSTEP This link opens in a new window
A suite of test preparation materials covering core academic skills, career preparation, graduate school admissions, and placement testing. Registration is required so that users can track their progress.
ProQuest Accounting, Tax & Banking Collection This link opens in a new window
Journal articles, reference reports, proceedings, and dissertations covering current news and topics as well as the trends and history influencing important accounting, tax, and banking issues.
Wall Street Journal This link opens in a new window
Full articles from the Wall Street Journal (1981-current).

Accounting & Finance Reference Titles

A Guide to the New Language of Accounting and Finance by Roger Hussey; Audra Ong
ISBN: 9781637421291
Publication Date: 2021
The Routledge Handbook of Accounting Ethics by Eileen Z. Taylor (Editor); Paul F. Williams (Editor)
ISBN: 9780429490224
Publication Date: 2020
Wiley GAAP 2024 by Joanne M. Flood
ISBN: 9781394199808
Publication Date: 2023
Wiley Practitioner's Guide to GAAS 2023 by Joanne M. Flood
ISBN: 9781394152704
Publication Date: 2023

Accounting & Finance Videos

Accounting Fundamentals
This four-part series—a blend of essential facts, real-world examples, and commentary by accountancy and business professionals provides an overview of the fundamentals of accounting
Financial Reporting for Business
This series explores the content and format of the three key accounting reports: the balance sheet, the profit and loss statement, and the cash flow statement.
Jordan Celkupa: A Case Study on Finance
Financial planner Jordan Celkupa talks about his background, changes in how retirees spend and carry debt, developing an investment strategy and understanding multiple aspects of finance.
On the Money: The ABCs of Accounting
A thorough overview of accountancy. Company case studies and interviews with finance professionals provide a real-world context for the wide range of concepts covered. In addition, important industry terms are defined.

For Accounting Program Information

Accounting & Finance Degree
The Accounting curriculum is designed to provide students with the knowledge and the skills necessary for employment and growth in the accounting profession. Using the "language of business," accountants assemble and analyze, process, and communicate essential information about financial operations.
Certificate in Sole Proprietorship Accounting

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