Certificate In Bookkeeping

Certificate in Bookkeeping

Course Overview:

The Certificate in Bookkeeping course provides students with the fundamental skills and knowledge required to manage financial records for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). This course is designed for individuals seeking to start a career in bookkeeping, those who manage their own business, or anyone looking to enhance their accounting skills.

Course Duration: 3 months

Tuition Fee: Ksh. 6000

Course Schedule: 2 hours a day from Monday to Friday

Course Objectives:

• Understand the principles of bookkeeping and accounting.

• Learn how to maintain accurate financial records.

• Gain proficiency in using accounting software.

• Develop skills to prepare financial statements.

• Understand tax regulations and compliance requirements.

Course Content:

1. Introduction to Bookkeeping:

   • Overview of bookkeeping

   • Importance of bookkeeping in business

   • Bookkeeping terminology

2. Double-Entry Bookkeeping:

   • Principles of double-entry bookkeeping

   • Debits and credits

   • Ledger accounts

3. Recording Financial Transactions:

   • Sales and purchase transactions

   • Cash transactions

   • Bank transactions

4. Accounting Software:

   • Introduction to accounting software

   • Setting up accounts

   • Recording transactions using software

5. Financial Statements:

   • Preparing a trial balance

   • Income statement (Profit and Loss Account)

   • Balance sheet

6. Taxation and Compliance:

   • Overview of tax regulations

   • VAT and other taxes

   • Compliance and reporting

7. Managing Accounts Receivable and Payable:

   • Invoicing and billing

   • Managing credit and collections

   • Payment processing

8. Bank Reconciliation:

   • Purpose of bank reconciliation

   • Steps to reconcile bank statements

   • Identifying and rectifying discrepancies

9. Ethics and Professionalism:

   • Ethical considerations in bookkeeping

   • Professional conduct and best practices

   • Confidentiality and integrity in financial management

Learning Outcomes: By the end of the course, students will be able to:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records.

• Use accounting software to manage financial transactions.

• Prepare essential financial statements for business analysis.

• Ensure compliance with relevant tax regulations.

• Manage accounts receivable and payable effectively.

• Conduct bank reconciliations with accuracy.

Entry Requirements:

• Basic literacy and numeracy skills.

• No prior bookkeeping experience required.

Certification: Upon successful completion of the course, students will receive a Certificate in Bookkeeping.

Career Opportunities:

• Bookkeeper

• Accounts Assistant

• Financial Clerk

• Small Business Owner/Manager

This course is ideal for individuals looking to gain practical skills in bookkeeping and enhance their career prospects in the field of accounting and finance.