Excel: For Finance and Accounting: The Definitive Guide
"Excel Excellence: Bridging the Grand Divide in Financial Mastery" In a world driven by data, Excel remains th
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Table of contents :
Title Page
Dedication
Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction
Why Excel is Essential for Accounting and Finance
Evolution of Excel in Financial Modeling
Chapter 2: Getting Started with Excel
Basics: Navigating the Interface
Customizing Excel for Financial Tasks
Must-Know Keyboard Shortcuts
Chapter 3: Excel Functions Essential for Finance
Mathematical Functions
Date and Time Functions
Financial Functions
Lookup and Reference Functions
Chapter 4: Financial Modeling in Excel
Principles of Financial Modeling
Building a Profit and Loss Statement
Cash Flow Projections
Balance Sheet Modeling
Chapter 5: Budgeting and Forecasting
Building a Budget Template
Variance Analysis
Rolling Forecasts
Chapter 6: Financial Analysis in Excel
Ratio Analysis
Solvency Ratios
Trend Analysis
Vertical & Horizontal Analysis
Chapter 7. Excel VBA for Finance Professionals
Macros
Automating Repetitive Tasks
Building User-Defined Financial Functions
Chapter 8: Data Visualization for Financial Reporting
Dashboard Design Principles
Dynamic Charts & Graphs
Using Conditional Formatting for Financial Analysis
Chapter 9: Integrating Excel with Other Tools
Power BI for Financial Analysis
Linking Excel with Databases
Connecting Excel to External Financial Platforms
Chapter 10: Best Practices & Tips
Data Validation & Error Checking
Ensuring Financial Model Integrity
Securing Financial Data in Excel
Conclusion
The Future of Excel in Accounting and Finance: AI
AI Features in Excel
The Future of Excel amidst Specialized Software
Online Resources, Forums, and Communities for Excel Enthusiasts
Books, Journals, and Articles
Online courses and training platforms
Structured Exercises for Beginners
Title Page
Dedication
Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction
Why Excel is Essential for Accounting and Finance
Evolution of Excel in Financial Modeling
Chapter 2: Getting Started with Excel
Basics: Navigating the Interface
Customizing Excel for Financial Tasks
Must-Know Keyboard Shortcuts
Chapter 3: Excel Functions Essential for Finance
Mathematical Functions
Date and Time Functions
Financial Functions
Lookup and Reference Functions
Chapter 4: Financial Modeling in Excel
Principles of Financial Modeling
Building a Profit and Loss Statement
Cash Flow Projections
Balance Sheet Modeling
Chapter 5: Budgeting and Forecasting
Building a Budget Template
Variance Analysis
Rolling Forecasts
Chapter 6: Financial Analysis in Excel
Ratio Analysis
Solvency Ratios
Trend Analysis
Vertical & Horizontal Analysis
Chapter 7. Excel VBA for Finance Professionals
Macros
Automating Repetitive Tasks
Building User-Defined Financial Functions
Chapter 8: Data Visualization for Financial Reporting
Dashboard Design Principles
Dynamic Charts & Graphs
Using Conditional Formatting for Financial Analysis
Chapter 9: Integrating Excel with Other Tools
Power BI for Financial Analysis
Linking Excel with Databases
Connecting Excel to External Financial Platforms
Chapter 10: Best Practices & Tips
Data Validation & Error Checking
Ensuring Financial Model Integrity
Securing Financial Data in Excel
Conclusion
The Future of Excel in Accounting and Finance: AI
AI Features in Excel
The Future of Excel amidst Specialized Software
Online Resources, Forums, and Communities for Excel Enthusiasts
Books, Journals, and Articles
Online courses and training platforms
Structured Exercises for Beginners
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