A request for a quick lesson in accounting

[mousme]

Dear flist,

This is Phnee admitting (another) major shortcoming. I would like to learn to use an accounting ledger properly, so that I can set up a proper paper-based accounting system for my home. I want to stay on top of my finances better than I currently am.

I am happy to barter for an hour of someone's time (I don't think it'll take much more than that: I'm a quick study, and I don't need to know much more than the basics), by cooking you dinner or something. Or else if you happen to be a professional I will pay your going rate.

Any takers?

Comments

[taxlady.livejournal.com]

Are you sure you want accounting? Don't you just want to know how much you earn, how much you spend, how much you save, and when bills are due? As well as, maybe some budgeting?

I could show you how to do that in a spreadsheet and it would be much easier than on paper, while still giving you the idea of how to do it on paper.

[mousme.livejournal.com]

Okay, nomenclature fail. Yes, that's what I meant. :)

[mousme.livejournal.com]

So... when does your crunch season end? Is it over yet, or are you still dealing with clients who are late with their tax returns? :)

Let me know, and we can try to set something up.

Hurray for fiscal responsibility!