This report provides a comprehensive financial analysis of ALPHA Limited, a manufacturing company in the UK, focusing on the critical roles of accounting and finance within the organization. It evaluates the significance of accounting in tracking income and expenditures, ensuring statutory compliance, and aiding investors in effective management. The report also delves into the importance of finance in managing the company's money, making sound financial decisions, and maximizing the company's value. Furthermore, the report includes a detailed calculation and interpretation of key financial ratios, such as return on capital employed, net profit margin, current ratio, average receivable days, and average payable days, for the years 2017 and 2018. It comments on the financial position and performance of ALPHA Ltd, highlighting reasons for changes in financial metrics and providing recommendations for investors based on the analysis.