Certified Accounts Assistant: Foundations of Modern Accounting Practice
Introduction
In today’s competitive business world, the role of the **Accounts Assistant** is critical to ensuring financial accuracy, transparency, and compliance. Accounting professionals are the backbone of any organization’s financial system — responsible for processing transactions, maintaining ledgers, and preparing financial reports that guide business decisions.
This comprehensive certification program equips participants with **the essential accounting knowledge, technical competence, and hands-on skills** required to perform effectively in financial operations. Participants will gain a strong foundation in **the accounting cycle, financial statement preparation, and modern accounting practices** under IFRS and GAAP standards.
Programme Objectives
By the end of this programme, participants will be able to:
* Understand the full **accounting cycle** and its relevance in business operations.
* Apply accounting concepts and principles in real-world transactions.
* Accurately record, post, and report financial data using professional accounting systems.
* Prepare and interpret **financial statements** in compliance with international standards.
* Perform accounting adjustments, reconciliations, and closing entries.
* Communicate using modern accounting terminology to improve work efficiency and collaboration.
Who Should Attend
This course is ideal for:
* Accounts Assistants, Accounting Clerks, and Junior Accountants
* Administrative and Finance Officers involved in accounting functions
* Professionals seeking to begin or advance their career in accounting
* Non-financial staff who wish to understand the accounting process
Organizational Benefits
Organizations that nominate staff to attend this programme will benefit from:
* Improved accuracy and efficiency in accounting and reporting functions.
* Enhanced compliance with international accounting standards.
* Streamlined closing and reconciliation processes.
* Greater transparency and accountability in financial operations.
* Empowered accounting staff capable of supporting business growth.
Personal Benefits
Participants will:
* Gain a professional understanding of accounting principles and applications.
* Develop confidence in preparing and analyzing financial statements.
* Learn practical bookkeeping, reporting, and reconciliation techniques.
* Acquire knowledge aligned with international financial reporting standards.
* Strengthen their career profile with a recognized KE Leaders certification.
Training Methodology
This highly interactive programme uses a **hands-on, practical approach** including:
* Short lectures and real-life case studies
* Practical exercises and simulations
* Group discussions and problem-solving sessions
* Financial statement analysis from real companies
* Guided practice on closing cycle, reconciliation, and reporting
Programme Outline
Day One – Introduction to Accounting
* Importance of Accounting and the Accounting Cycle
* Accounting Regulatory Bodies and Standards
* IFRS and GAAP: Overview and Key Differences
* Accounting Principles and Guidelines
* Characteristics of Useful Accounting Information
* How Accounting Principles Affect Financial Statements
Day Two – Analyzing Transactions
* Identifying and Classifying Account Names
* Interpreting Account Movements
* Introduction to the Double Entry System
* Debits and Credits: The Seven Rules
* T-Accounts, Sub-Ledgers, and General Ledger
* Preparing the Trial Balance
Day Three – The Adjustment Process
* Adjusting Assets, Liabilities, Revenues, and Expenses
* Accruals and Deferrals: Concepts and Examples
* Preparing the Adjusted Trial Balance
* Accounting for Contra-Accounts and Adjustments
Day Four – The Closing Process
* The Four Key Closing Entries
* Using the 10-Column Worksheet
* Preparing Financial Statements:
* Income Statement
* Balance Sheet
* Preparing the Closing Trial Balance
Day Five – Assets, Liabilities, and Equity Accounting
* Accounting and Reporting for:
* Cash, Petty Cash, and Bank Reconciliation
* Accounts Receivable and Allowances
* Inventory Costing and Valuation
* Fixed and Intangible Assets, Depreciation, and Amortization
* Current Liabilities: Accounts Payable, Notes Payable, and Accrued Expenses
* Understanding Shareholders’ Equity:
* Share Capital, Retained Earnings, and Reserves
Programme Outcome
By completing this certification, participants will gain the **practical skills and foundational knowledge** required to work confidently in accounting and finance departments. They will be able to:
* Perform all steps of the accounting cycle efficiently.
* Prepare and interpret key financial statements.
* Apply best practices in accounting recording and reporting.
* Contribute effectively to their organization’s financial integrity and performance.
Enquiries and Registration
Enquiry at : admin@keleaders.com
Whatsapp: 0044 790 125 9494
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