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Andrew J. Jordan, CPA, MSF is a licensed Certified Public Accountant. He achieved a successful career as a CPA, Financial Manager and Consultant for a variety of large and small businesses. Andrew is experienced in creating value for companies in industries ranging from staffing and professional services, retail automotive dealerships, manufacturing and real estate. He also has over 25 years experience assisting individuals and businesses with income tax planning and compliance. Andrew holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Wayne State University in Detroit, MI and a Master of Science in Finance from Walsh College in Troy, MI. His graduate education included significant elective study in Taxation. His services include: Accounting, Tax and Advisory Services. Visit andrewjordancpa.com for more information.

Tuesday, October 26, 2010

Break-even Analysis

One way to look at a spending decision in one's business is to determine how much the company sales have to increase in order to pay for the amount one wishes to spend.  For example if you're making a $30,000 hiring decision and your contribution/gross margin is say 50% the company's sales will need to increase $60,000 in order to "break-even" on the decision.  In other words

Friday, October 22, 2010

Welcome!

Welcome to the Personal and Business Financial Forum started by me, Andrew Jordan, CPA.   I'm a financial professional with over 25 years experience working with businesses and individuals as a CPA, Financial Manager and Consultant.

Feel free to post your questions or comments.   My areas of expertise are tax, accounting, general business management and finance for businesses and individuals.  I can also be reached at ajordancpa@comcast.net for additional information.  Look forward to hearing from you!

Best Regards,

Andrew Jordan, CPA, MSF, CGMA