2024 Paced: Intensive Bookkeeping Class

This Course in a Nutshell

The 2024 Paced: Intensive Bookkeeping Class is more than just a standard course; it’s a tailored educational journey designed to equip participants with the foundational and advanced skills necessary to excel in bookkeeping and financial management. By combining structured pacing with an intensive curriculum, this program ensures that learners can achieve mastery of complex concepts while maintaining a manageable workload.

The course is built around a learner-focused approach, making it accessible to individuals at various skill levels—from beginners who want to build a strong foundation to experienced professionals seeking to refine their expertise. It caters to a diverse audience, including:

• Career-Focused Professionals: Individuals seeking roles in finance or accounting, or looking to strengthen their resumes with essential bookkeeping skills.
• Entrepreneurs and Business Owners: Those aiming to gain better control over their business finances, improve record-keeping, and ensure compliance with financial regulations.
• Aspiring Bookkeepers: People looking to pursue a career in bookkeeping or financial administration.

The program emphasizes real-world applications, preparing participants to handle the challenges of financial record management in dynamic environments. Topics are taught through practical exercises, case studies, and simulations that mimic professional bookkeeping scenarios.

With expert-led instruction, state-of-the-art tools, and a curriculum aligned with industry standards, this class provides the confidence and competence needed to thrive in financial roles. Whether you’re managing finances for a small business or seeking to transition into a financial career, this course will empower you with the knowledge and practical skills to succeed.

Table Of Contents

–         Week 01: Bookkeeping Fundamentals

–         Week 02: Accounting Cycle

–         Week 03: Accounting systems & Excel Basics

–         Zoho Books and Excel Tutorials

–         Week 04: Accounting Systems & Excel Basics

–         Week 05: Bookkeeping To Trial Balance & Accounting Systems

–         Week 06 Zoho Books Revision

–         Week 07: Small Business Compliance

–         Week 08: Analysing and Interpreting Financial Reports

–         Week 09: Extra Topics – Bank Reconciliation, Petty Cash Management and Debtors Management

–         Week 10: Excel Templates 1-68

• 8:38h hours on-demand video
• Full lifetime access
• Access on mobile and TV
• Certificate of completion
• 13 articles

What you can learn from this course:

Core Bookkeeping Skills

1. Recording Financial Transactions:

• Understanding double-entry bookkeeping principles.
• Accurately recording sales, purchases, and expenses in journals.
• Managing cash and credit transactions.

1. Ledger and Trial Balance Management:

• Maintaining accurate general and subsidiary ledgers.
• Balancing accounts to ensure financial data integrity.
• Preparing trial balances for error checking and analysis.

1. Bank Reconciliation:

• Matching company records with bank statements.
• Identifying and resolving discrepancies.

1. Accounts Payable and Receivable:

• Tracking customer invoices and payments.
• Managing vendor payments and credit terms.
• Reducing outstanding debts and improving cash flow.

Financial Reporting

1. Preparing Key Financial Statements:

• Balance Sheets: Understanding assets, liabilities, and equity.
• Income Statements: Calculating revenue, expenses, and profit.
• Cash Flow Statements: Tracking inflows and outflows of cash.

1. Tax Compliance Basics:

• Understanding VAT, payroll tax, and income tax principles.

Practical Applications

1. Payroll Administration:

• Calculating wages, deductions, and benefits.
• Complying with legal requirements for payroll processes.

1. Software Proficiency:

• Introduction to popular bookkeeping software (e.g., Zoho Books).
• Leveraging tools for automating tasks and generating reports.

1. Small Business Financial Management:

• Budgeting and forecasting.
• Developing strategies for financial health and sustainability.

What you will learn:

1.     Understanding Financial Transactions: Recording and managing day-to-day transactions accurately.

2.     Ledger Management: Mastering journals, ledgers, and trial balances.

3.     Bank Reconciliation: Ensuring accuracy between financial records and bank statements.

4.     Accounts Payable and Receivable: Tracking and managing incoming and outgoing payments effectively.

5.     Payroll Basics: Handling payroll calculations, deductions, and compliance.

6.     Financial Reporting: Preparing essential reports such as balance sheets and income statements.

7.     Tax Preparation: Basics of VAT, income tax, and compliance essentials.

8.     Software Applications: Familiarity with leading bookkeeping software and technology tools.

About the Author

Cheryl-Lynn is a qualified Business Accountant in Practice with her Honours Degree in Accounting Science. She runs her own Accounting and Tax Practice, Mzansi Business Services. 

She is passionate about empowering those willing to upskill themselves with the necessary tools and skills to thrive in business and the workplace.