The Price Waterhouse Guide to Financial Management: Tools for Improving Performance (Wiley/Institute of Management Accountants Professional Book Series)

Provides practical performance evaluation techniques designed to ensure effective financial management. Helps chief financial officers and controllers maintain the independence necessary to supply management with accurate and reliable financial information while simultaneously participating directly in business decision-making. Defines standard financial activities, identifies key areas for evaluation, and outlines an approach for conducting a structured assessment. The methodology used involves a focused review at two levels: at one level, specific financial responsibilities and activities are examined using service attribute checklists; at the second level, emphasis is on the control framework of the organization and the policies, structure, and procedures that define it.