Skill Set

In opening a business I wanted to make sure that I would be able to bring the best to my clients. Certification is one way to be able to let you know that I have the skills and knowledge that you need in a bookkeeper.

Requirements for the Centennial College Certificate of Bookkeeping.

Financial Accounting 1 - The bookkeeping cycle, reports & statements, fundamental accounting topics and how to analyze and explain financial information to clients and investors.

Financial Accounting 2 - Receivables, capital asset valuation and amortization, organization and operation of partnerships and corporations, and procedures for accordance with the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAPP).

Management Accounting 1 - Cost accounting techniques for manufacturing and service environments, product/service costs, job order systems, process costing systems and standard cost practises.

Taxation 1 - The Income Tax Act, Income Tax Liability, prepare a simple tax return for a Canadian citizen and problem solving for individual residents and non-residents of Canada.

Microcomputer Applications Software 1 & 2 - In-depth use of computers, spread sheets, databases, word processors, presentation software and MicroSoft Office.

Small Business Software (Simply Accounting) - Enhanced skills of analysis and recording of financial accounting transactions, prepare financial statements for sole proprietorships and corporations, all in accordance of the GAPP.

Accounting Mirocomputer Applications - Design, configure and operate a financial information system using a mid-market accounting software (ACCPAC), operating and reporting needs of a medium sized business requiring customer and vendor management.

Payroll Administration - Covering how to maintain payroll records for different classes of employees, taxable benefits, preparing records of employment, workers compensation and ensuring accordance with employment standards and pay equity legislation.