Are you a number cruncher? Bookkeeping skills are in high demand due to increased complexity and requirements of compliance and regulation. This unique course will provide you the skills necessary to become savvy with the QuickBooks online. This course is excellent for individuals starting a business or for those operating a small business who seek experience with QuickBooks. It is also helpful for those desiring the Certified Bookkeeper (CB) designation.

Topics Covered

• General ledgers
• Assets and liabilities
• Equity accounts
• Balance sheets and income statements

What You Will Learn

• Manual and automated bookkeeping processes
• Compute and record basic book and tax depreciation
• Manage bills and invoices
• Reconcile bank and credit card accounts
• Provide financial statements for tax preparation
• Financial Analysis using Microsoft Excel
• Comprehensive company setup, bookkeeping, and financial preparation and analysis

Prerequisites
Students should have a working knowledge of computers and Excel, and access to a computer and the Internet are required. Some prior bookkeeper experience is helpful. Knowledge of common accounting terms and procedures a must. Students must have the ability to troubleshoot software installation, such as installing QuickBooks accounting software package and setting up virtual desktop environment at home. Instructions will be given to students on how to set up the virtual desktop in class.

Certified Bookkeeper
While this course will aid in preparation for the Certified Bookkeeper (CB) certificate exam, it is not specifically a preparation course for the exam. The Certified Bookkeeper (CB) certification is offered by the American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers (AIPB) or the National Association of Certified Public Bookkeepers (NACPB). The exam is not administered during the course. Once you successfully complete the course, you will register and pay for the exam separately. For more information on the exam and eligibility requirements visit www.aipb.org or www.nacpb.org.

Textbooks
Click here for course required textbooks. Select your Term and find CPE. The department is Management, and then select your course. Then click View your materials to see your required textbooks.

Special notice: This class will be delivered online. You will need access to an internet connection that remains stable for the duration of the class. Though a chat feature is available, a microphone is preferred. It is highly recommended to have two monitors. For most productive audio/video participation, a webcam and/or headset are encouraged. Virtual classes may be recorded.