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Bookkeeper
Total Duration:
120–150 hours / 12–14 weeks
Full Qualification Duration:
12–18 months
Delivery Mode:
In-person / Online
Bookkeeper
Description
Curriculum
Course Purpose & Overview

Equip learners with the skills to manage financial records, track transactions, and ensure accurate reporting for organisational financial operations.

Detailed Overview

Learners gain knowledge in bookkeeping principles, recording transactions, bank reconciliation, payroll, accounts payable/receivable, financial reporting, and compliance. A capstone project allows learners to complete a full bookkeeping cycle, applying all skills in practice.

Target Audience

  • Aspiring Bookkeepers
  • Accounting Assistants
  • Office Administrators and Finance Professionals
  • Small Business Owners

Key Benefits

  • Hands-on experience with financial records and reporting
  • Knowledge of payroll, taxation, and regulatory compliance
  • Capstone ensures workplace readiness
  • Improves career opportunities in accounting and finance

Jobs Learners Will Qualify For

  • Bookkeeper
  • Accounting Assistant
  • Payroll Officer
  • Finance Administrator
  • Accounts Clerk
Full Module Outline
  • Module 1: Introduction to Bookkeeping – Principles, roles, responsibilities – 15 hours
  • Module 2: Recording Financial Transactions – Journals, ledgers, accounting entries – 15 hours
  • Module 3: Bank Reconciliation – Reconciling accounts for accuracy – 15 hours
  • Module 4: Payroll & Employee Records – Salary calculations, deductions, record-keeping – 15 hours
  • Module 5: Accounts Payable & Receivable – Manage invoices, payments, customer accounts – 15 hours
  • Module 6: Financial Reporting – Trial balances, income statements, balance sheets – 15 hours
  • Module 7: Compliance & Regulatory Requirements – Tax laws, accounting standards, policies – 15 hours
  • Module 8: Practical Applications & Case Studies – Real-world bookkeeping simulations – 15 hours
  • Capstone Project: Complete a full bookkeeping cycle – 20 hours