The course is aimed at those people who:
> Have an interest in bookkeeping who wish to enhance their career prospects by learning how to use a computerised accounting system
> Have their own business and wish to enhance their knowledge of the processes necessary to keep their accounts on a computerised accounting system
> Already use a computerised accounting system and wish to make better use of the package
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Whist there are no formal entry requirements, students are expected to be competent in the use of a PC and should have competent keyboard skills. Learners should be familiar with the use of dropdown menus when using computer applications.
The course is run on a day or evening basis, for 2 to 3 hours per week. The course is run over an 18-week period starting in either September or February.
Level Two
> Set-up and maintenance of Company records
> Set-up and maintenance of Customers, Suppliers, & Stock records
> Creating Invoices
> Recording Customer Receipts, Supplier and Overhead payments, producing reports
> Bank reconciliation, VAT Return, Credit Control
> Producing Management reports including: Trial Balance, Balance Sheet, Profit & Loss Account, Audit Trail
> Back up and Restore procedures
> Protection of Data, Information and Equipment
Note: the course does NOT include PAYROLL
Practical hands-on with some formal input.
Examination.
Students are able to progress to 'Computerised Accounting - Level 3' or other Accounting and Business courses offered by Stephenson College