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What will I find in this gateway?

General resources aimed at keeping you informed about developments in the major subject area of accounting. These include:

Books

These are general texts that have proven popular with members. In many cases multiple copies of the most recent edition will be held, along with select earlier editions. To borrow any of these items contact us on 1800 809 828 or knowledge@charteredaccountants.com.au, or search our catalogue for access to the collection.


  • Arthur N & Grose R, Accounting for corporate combinations and associations, Pearson Education, Sydney.*
  • Carlon, S Financial accounting: building accounting knowledge, John Wiley & Sons, Qld, 2009.
  • CCH, 2009, Australian master accountants’ guide, CCH, Australia.
  • Deegan C, Australian financial accounting McGraw-Hill, Sydney.*
  • Godfrey J & Hodgson A, Accounting theory, John Wiley, Brisbane.*
  • Hoggett J R, Edwards L, Accounting, John Wiley, Brisbane.*
  • Hoggett, J Edwards, L, Financial accounting in Australia, John Wiley, Brisbane*
  • Leo, K Hoggett, J, Company accounting, John Wiley, Brisbane.*
  • Horngren, C et al 2007, Accounting, Pearson, Sydney.*
  • Horngren C T, Financial accounting, Pearson, Sydney.*
  • Leo K Hoggett J, Company accounting, John Wiley, Brisbane.*
  • National Institute of Accountants 2007, corporate accounting and reporting: a practical approach, Pearson Education Australia, Sydney.
  • Neville K W, XYZ model financial accounts, Thomson, Sydney.*


* Latest edition purchased

Journals

The Knowledge Centre holds a collection of over 90 Australian and international journal titles. You may visit in person and browse the journals or photocopy specific articles. Australian Journal articles of interest are summarised, and included in our online catalogue.

  • Accounting & Finance Journal
  • Accounting Research Journal
  • Business Review Weekly
  • Charter
  • In The Black
  • Keeping Good Companies
  • National Accountant

Online Journals

Articles from the following journals can be accessed through the EBSCO Business Source Corporate database , which is available via the Knowledge Centre’s Online Library. For assistance in searching this database, and setting up monthly alerts for specific journal titles please contact the Knowledge Centre.

  • Accountancy. (UK) Articles, special reports, commentary, interviews, business and technical news, taxation, legislation, economic trends and indicators and news of note published by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales.
  • Accounting Review. Articles reporting the results of accounting research and explaining and illustrating related research methodology; published for members of the American Accounting Association.
  • CA Magazine. (Canada)Articles, special reports, interviews, taxation, education, personal financing, auditing, studies and standards published for Canada's chartered accountants.
  • Chartered Accountants Journal. (NZ) For members of the Institute of Chartered Accounts of New Zealand. Features include taxation, financial reporting, general business & management issues, & news about the Institute & the New Zealand Chartered Accountancy profession.
  • CPA Journal. (US) Refereed articles aimed at CPA’s in public practice, industry, education and government evaluated on the basis of contribution to the profession, relevance, and benefit to practitioners.
  • International Journal of Accounting. Papers which further the cause of advanced education and research in international accounting.
  • Journal of Accounting, Auditing & Finance. (US)This journal presents research articles, professional adaptation and empirical analysis on all aspects of accounting, auditing and finance for a general readership.
  • Journal of Corporate Accounting & Finance. (US) Directed to corporate accounting and financial executives and outside auditors and accountants working with corporations.
  • Journal of Accountancy. (US) Articles, interviews, profiles, legislation and news of note on all aspects of accounting for members of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants.

CD and DVD resources

  • The Accountants' Education Channel: Level 3: monthly DVD series, Television Education Network, Melbourne.
  • Chartered accountants business in focus: monthly audio program. Business Essentials Media Production, Sydney.
  • Chartered accountants tax in focus: monthly audio program. Business Essentials Media Production, Sydney.
  • Sound education in superannuation: Bi-monthly audio program, Television Education Network, Melbourne.
  • Sound education in taxation: level 2: monthly audio program, Television Education Network, Melbourne.

Online services: available via the website

  • Knowledge Centre's Online Catalogue The Knowledge Centre catalogue contains books, conference papers and articles on subjects ranging from general business, through to taxation, accounting, auditing and management. Click here to search this catalogue and request items via email.
  • Business Source Corporate by EBSCO Contains over 22,000 titles ranging from general business journals to specific accounting research publications, industry profiles, country reports, company profiles, market research reports and other sources.
  • Australia / NZ Reference Centre by EBSCO Contains full text from over 900 leading Australian and New Zealand newspapers and magazines, as well as biographies and electronic images
  • Australian Accounting and Auditing Standards Available in the Member’s Handbook section of the Institute website.

Online services: available via the Knowledge Centre Research Team

  • CCH Accounts Preparation Manual Contains practical commentary on the accounting standards divided according to the different financial statements; requirements of the Corporations Act; pro-forma financial statements updated annually; partnerships/joint ventures; co-operatives; incorporated associations; Government bodies and extracts from relevant legislation & regulations
  • Accounting Web UK Contains articles, news, white papers and events with a UK focus
  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) Includes the Management of an accounting practice handbook, which contains practice management guidance and tools
  • FMRC Benchmarks
  • Benchmark documents for a wide range of industries, available on request
  • Thomson Reuters Australian Valuation Handbook Provides updates, theoretical foundations, assignment management, analysis and template documents.
Contact the Knowledge Centre to request a search of any of these services

Knowledge guides

Knowledge guides are created by the Knowledge Centre team to inform members, candidates and affiliated individuals of resources available covering a range of specialist topics. These Knowledge Guides are created and updated on a regular basis.

Knowledge guides are presently available in the following areas:

Institute Content

  • Analysis of AASB Standards The Institute's Reporting and Assurance team monitors the work of the AASB and IASB to ensure members and candidates are aware of the latest developments in accounting standard setting. Its financial reporting section provides commentary on the AASB standards including a summary of each standard, developments, key differences and history, the standards compared to the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), interpretations, rejection notices, questions and answers and relevant articles. More>
  • The Institute’s Members’ Handbook Includes standards, commentary and worked examples. The online Members’ Handbook contains the most up to date material. More>
  • Institute newsletters and e-bulletins. The Institute publishes a comprehensive range of newsletters, covering issues and technical updates that affect Chartered Accountants.
  • The Institute's Training and Development team The Institute’s Training and Development team runs a huge number of events throughout the year. Check the training and development area on a regular basis to find out what’s on in your area. More>
  • Chartered Accountants Live Online Training Chartered Accountants Live Online Training is an exciting breakthrough enabling busy professionals to meet their ongoing training requirements in an effective and engaging way. More>
  • Independence: practical guide published for auditors and accountants The Institute, with the other accounting bodies, today launched an extensively revised and updated guide to applying independence principles. This is available free of charge to members of the Institute. More>
  • External links

    The following are key websites that may be of assistance.

  • AASB - Australian Accounting Standards Board www.aasb.com.au
  • Australian Taxation Office www.ato.gov.au
  • IASB – International Accounting Standards Board www.iasb.org


  • Last updated: 14 September 2009