Understanding the tools of financial accounting - from financial statements to information systems The eighth edition of Financial Accounting: Tools for Business Decision Making teaches students why accounting plays a key role in their lives, studies and careers. The text starts with an introduction to financial statements and moves into accrual accounting concepts, reporting and analyzing, and internal financial control. The text provides examples and allows students to trace the accounting cycle of a single corporation. The concepts are presented in an accessible style with visuals. WileyPLUS contains course content organized within an online community. In the space, students have the opportunity to engage with key content, as well as their instructor and fellow students.