JSS1 Second Term Business Studies Lesson Note – Introduction to Book Keeping

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WEEK 8

Topic: Introduction to Book Keeping

CONTENT:

• Meaning, Concepts of Book keeping
• Importance and Parties interested in Book keeping
• Essential qualities of book keeper.
• Common book keeper practices.

Meaning of Book Keeping:

Book-keeping may be defined as the art of recording business transactions in a systematic manner so that the books of account will reveal at any time the financial position of the business to the owner and other stakeholders in the business

Importance of Book Keeping:

Every business organization keeps daily records of their financial transactions. Therefore, the importance of bookkeeping becomes necessary for the following reasons:

1. It is for easy reference of business financial records.
2. It shows an accurate standing position of business in relation to its customers i.e. what is owed and what is owed by the firm
3. It reveals profits and losses position to the company through trading, profit and loss account.
4. It provides information to members of the public who are interested in the business through the balance sheet.
5. Auditors use the books to issue their audit reports.
6. The records kept help in management decision-making.
7. The records project the image of the business to the public.
8. It is a means by which finances of a business can be controlled.

ESSENTIAL QUALITIES OF BOOK-KEEPING OR A BOOK-KEEPER

1. He or she must be m truthful and honest
2. False entries should not be made into the book
3. He or she must be hardworking, punctual to work and must show interest in the job
4. He or she must be able to keep records
5. He or she must have a legible handwriting
6. He or she must have retentive memory
7. He or she must be trustworthy.
8. A book keeper must always appear neat and attractive.

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