Bookkeeping Fundamentals

The Bookkeeping Fundamentals course is designed to provide you with a solid foundation in the essential principles of financial record-keeping. Whether you are managing a small business or starting a career in finance, this course will teach you how to accurately record transactions, balance accounts, and prepare the primary financial statements that drive business growth. Mastering these core skills ensures that your financial data is organized, reliable, and ready for tax season or high-level analysis.

What you Learn

Introduction to Accounting Principles (Debits & Credits)

The Accounting Equation and Chart of Accounts

Recording Journal Entries and General Ledger Maintenance

Bank Reconciliation and Cash Management

Managing Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable

Trial Balance Preparation

Generating Financial Statements (Balance Sheet & Income Statement)

End-of-Period Closing Procedures

Who should take this Course?

Aspiring bookkeepers and accounting clerks

Small business owners wanting to manage their own books

Office administrators are responsible for daily financial entries

Individuals planning to transition into professional accounting software like QuickBooks or Tally

Anyone looking to understand the “why” behind financial data entry

Prerequisites

Basic numeracy and a general understanding of business operations.