O uso de indicadores e relatórios contábeis para tomada de decisão nas micro e pequenas empresas em Manaus (AM)

Abstract

The study aims to verify the use of indicators and accounting reports by small and micro enterprises - SMEs of Manaus (AM), evaluating the pattern and intensity of use to understand how Accounting aids entrepreneurs in decision-making and management process, choosing the best way to manage, save, plan and invest. The research universe is companies in the city of Manaus (AM). The methodological procedures applied to select companies has been the induced non probabilistic criterion by random sampling, applying a structured questionnaire to the owners/managers of ten selected companies who answered questions about performance management, quality economic and financial indicators more adapted to the SMEs, and the most commonly reports used in decision making. The survey is classified as descriptive because it examines a certain population and relationships between variables, and of bibliographic nature, since it explores the ideas and opinions in accordance with the theme presented. The collected concepts approach was based on consolidated references, thus forming the basis of the theoretical research. The analysis of research results has shown that Accounting information and statements are not fully used by SMEs, but most use some highfrequency financial statements, which contradicts the literature and similar studies. SMEs use few indicators with low frequency, evidenced when the majority of respondents stated using feeling to decide about the management of their business. Thus, there is a need for Manaus(AM) SMEs to use reports and indicators more often, for longer periods, resulting in improved business performance.