Ken Boyd

Ken Boyd

Accounting and finance expert

Ken Boyd is a former CPA, accounting professor, writer, and editor. He has written four books on accounting topics, including The CPA Exam for Dummies. Ken has filmed video content on accounting topics for LinkedIn Learning, O’Reilly Media, Dummies.com, and creativeLIVE. He has written for Investopedia, QuickBooks, and a number of other publications. Boyd has written test questions for the Auditing test of the CPA exam, and spent three years on the Audit staff of KPMG.

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B.S.B.A., University of Kansas
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Accounting and finance topics. Ken has a YouTube channel AccountingED, where he covers various accounting and finance topics, which he also writes about on his blog, Accounting Accidentally.

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Ken has written four accounting books for Wiley Publishing's Dummies.com series. Visit his Amazon author page to learn more.

Articles by Ken Boyd

Understanding IRS Publication 1542: Per diem rates and calculations

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Understanding IRS Publication 1542: Per diem rates and calculations

IRS Publication 1542 covers per diem rules for business travel. Learn 2025 rates, how to calculate reimbursements, and avoid costly compliance mistakes.
1099 vs. W-2 workers: Understanding key differences

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1099 vs. W-2 workers: Understanding key differences

Forms 1099 and W-2 distinguish independent contractors from employees, determining tax withholding, self-employment obligations and worker classification rules.
Choosing the best agriculture accounting software

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Choosing the best agriculture accounting software

Agriculture accounting software handles farm-specific tasks like Schedule F reporting, crop inventory, equipment depreciation, and seasonal cash flow. Covers top platforms, key features, and pricing across farm sizes.
Best business travel credit cards in 2026

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Best business travel credit cards in 2026

Compare the best business travel credit cards of 2026—top picks for rewards, lounge access, no annual fees, and built-in expense management for your team.
What is revenue? Definition, types, and examples

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What is revenue? Definition, types, and examples

Revenue is the total income a business earns from its primary operations before expenses are deducted. It encompasses gross and net types, operating and non-operating sources, and follows specific recognition rules under GAAP and IFRS.
What is contingent workforce management

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What is contingent workforce management

Contingent workforce management covers how companies source, classify, pay, and oversee contractors and freelancers to control costs and stay compliant.