Stop nodding along when the numbers come up.

Plain-English finance and accounting books, with 7,000+ copies sold worldwide, for managers, founders and team leads who never trained in finance. Start with Accounting Fundamentals and finish able to read a balance sheet, control costs and judge an investment.

Shihan Sheriff, FCMA, CGMA, CPA (Australia), MBA (General), MBA (Data Science & AI), UAECA, CAAB, CAIS: Four-Time Amazon Bestselling Author, International Award-Winning Author, Founder and CEO of Money Master HQ.

Choose your book

Plain-English guides to finance and accounting, available in English, Arabic and Italian.

Who these books are for

  • Non-Finance Managers: You are handed the monthly report and asked for a view, but you are not sure which numbers matter.
  • Business Owners & Entrepreneurs: Sales are up but cash is tight, and the accounts do not explain why in words you can use.
  • Aspiring Leaders: The next role means explaining the financial impact of your decisions, not just making them.
  • Project & Product Managers: You have to build a budget and defend it against a P&L you were never trained to read.

Written by Shihan Sheriff

Every book in this series is written by Shihan Sheriff, FCMA, CGMA, CPA (Australia), MBA (General), MBA (Data Science & AI), UAECA, CAAB, CAIS. He has spent his career turning complex finance into plain English for non-finance professionals. His books have 7,000+ copies sold worldwide. His book Accounting Fundamentals won a Bronze medal at the 2024 IPPY Awards and was reviewed in INTHEBLACK, CPA Australia's magazine.

Frequently asked questions

Who are these books for, and do I need a finance background?

They are written for non-finance managers, business owners and entrepreneurs, aspiring leaders, and project and product managers who need to read financial reports, build budgets or make decisions without a finance background. No accounting knowledge is assumed. They are not written for qualified accountants looking for advanced technical detail.

Who is the author?

Shihan Sheriff, FCMA, CGMA, CPA (Australia), MBA (General), MBA (Data Science & AI), UAECA, CAAB, CAIS, is a four-time Amazon bestselling author and international award-winning author. He is the founder and CEO of Money Master HQ, VP of Finance at Nomod and CFO at Esanjo Ventures.

What format are the books, and how do I get my copy?

The eBook is a PDF. Straight after payment we email you a download link that stays active for 30 days and works for up to 5 downloads; if it stops working, open it and we will email you a fresh one. Where the paperback is offered, you enter your shipping address at checkout. The collection is available in English, Arabic and Italian.

Can I read a sample before I buy?

Yes. You can read Chapter 1 of Accounting Fundamentals free from the book page.

Is there a money-back guarantee?

14-day money-back guarantee on all one-time digital products. If it is not right for you, email within 14 days of purchase for a full refund. Implementation and Done-For-You services are not refundable. Subscriptions are covered by the subscription terms.

Paperback: if your copy arrives damaged or faulty, email info@moneymasterhq.com within 14 days of delivery for a replacement or a full refund. You can also return it unused and in its original condition within 14 days of delivery for a refund; return postage is paid by the buyer.

Email info@moneymasterhq.com. Full refund policy: https://moneymasterhq.com/refund-policy. Paperback refunds: https://moneymasterhq.com/refund-policy#paperback-books

Can I buy the books for my team?

Yes. Special pricing is available for teams buying 5 or more copies. Email info@moneymasterhq.com with your team size and we will reply with a quote.

Buying for your team?

Special pricing is available for teams buying 5 or more copies. Email info@moneymasterhq.com for a quote.