Best Accounting Infographics

20 of the Best Tax & Accounting Infographics

The world of accounting is full of information. From taxes to bookkeeping to finance, there's much more to accounting than just math and numbers. Thankfully, helpful people from around the world have created some fabulous infographics that present the world of accounting in a clear, concise format.

Here are some of the best ones out there (in our humble opinion):

The Duties of an Accountant and Auditor1. The Duties of an Accountant and Auditor

This infographic gives an overview of the many different functions of an accountant who specializes in audits. Though there's much more to the job than what's presented here, the information in this graphic may help you understand the basics of the job.

 

What Accountants Should Know About Becoming a CPA2. What Accountants Should Know About Becoming a CPA

Professional accountants who meet certain criteria and pass an accounting exam may earn the title of Certified Public Accountant. This infographic compiles numerous statistics about CPAs, including pass/fail rates for the licensing exam. Anyone who hopes to become a CPA will benefit from the information provided here.

 

Accounting Cheat Sheet3. Accounting Cheat Sheet

This handy guide explains many of the basics of accounting as it pertains to businesses and their financial growth. While this infographic was designed for entrepreneurs and small business owners, it's also a helpful guide for students who'd like to earn a degree in accounting.

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Accounting Basics4. Accounting Basics

Here's another handy infographic that's useful for understanding the basic principles of accounting. This gives an overview of assets and liabilities. It also explains how the core accounting system works.

 

How to Organize Your Receipts for Tax Time5. How to Organize Your Receipts for Tax Time

Almost everyone can benefit from this tax time cheat sheet. It explains which receipts you should keep and how to organize them for the next tax year.

 

File Your Taxes in Five Steps6. File Your Taxes in Five Steps

Once the receipts are organized, it's time to file taxes for the previous year. This infographic walks you through that process, step by step.

 

How to Become a CPA7. How to Become a CPA

Now that you know the benefits of becoming a CPA, it's time to start the process. Follow the steps outlined on this infographic to start your life as a Certified Public Accountant.

 

Anatomy of an Audit8. Anatomy of an Audit

This infographic tells all about one of the scariest words a taxpayer can hear: audit. Once the information is broken down and explained, however, an audit isn't nearly as intimidating as most people think.

 

7 Career Options for the Aspiring Accountant9. 7 Options for the Aspiring Accountant

The accounting field is full of choices. This easy-to-read guide breaks each option down in a simple format.

 

The 10 Worst Corporate Accounting Scandals of All Time10. The 10 Worst Corporate Accounting Scandals of All Time

Like many other professions, corporate accounting must follow specific federal guidelines. When they fail to do so, corporations commit a crime. Here are 10 of the worst corporate accounting scandals to date.

 

CPA vs. CMA11. CPA vs. CMA

There are several different licensures an accountant can obtain. This graphic explains the difference between the two most popular: the CPA and the CMA.

 

Double Entry Bookkeeping: The Essential Basis of Good Bookkeeping Practices12. Double Entry Bookkeeping: The Essential Basis of Good Bookkeeping Practices

This infographic explains the core concepts behind the basic bookkeeping system: double entry. It also includes a small cheat sheet for debiting and crediting accounts.

 

10 Strange but Legitimate Federal Tax Deductions13. 10 Strange but Legitimate Federal Tax Deductions

Taxes are complicated, and some of the allowable tax deductions are simply baffling. This graphic shows 10 deductions that are legitimate but just plain weird.

 

 The Freelancer's Tax Guide14. The Freelancer's Tax Guide

Most freelancers are confused about taxes. However, they're still obligated to pay them on time and correctly. This guide explains which taxes a freelancer owes and how they should be filed to avoid penalties.

 

 The Ultimate Guide for Those Considering a Future in Accounting15.  The Ultimate Guide for Those Considering a Future in Accounting

This graphic is exactly what it says it is: an excellent guide for future accountants. It provides all the information you need about the accounting profession in a concise, informative graphic.

 

How Accounting Has Been Changed Over Time With Technology16. How Accounting Has Been Changed Over Time With Technology

Accounting has come a long way since its inception. This guide shows some of the changes that technology has made on the industry.

 

Comparison of the Top Accounting and Financial Apps17. Comparison of the Top Accounting and Financial Apps

This chart shows the numerous accounting apps that are available, explains what functions they provide, and shows which accounting processes are best for each one.

 

7 Deadly Sins of Financial Management18. 7 Deadly Sins of Financial Management

This infographic shows the top seven issues that a financial management faces every day. It's a valuable resource for business owners and accounting professionals.

 

A Brief History of Income Taxes19. A Brief History of Income Taxes

From 1862 to present day, this guide explains the history of income taxes in an easy-to-read format.

 

Path to Accounting20. Path to Accounting

This quirky little infographic explains the path to accounting. It's a unique resource for students, professional accountants, or anyone interested in the profession. The video game-style format is just an added bonus.

 

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