Management accounting utilizes a range of tools and techniques to analyze financial data and support decision-making. Key tools include cost accounting methods such as job order costing and process costing, budgeting techniques like zero-based budgeting and flexible budgeting, and performance measurement tools such as variance analysis and key performance indicators (KPIs). Techniques such as break-even analysis and SWOT analysis are also used to assess financial health and strategic options.
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