Accounting and Finance – Level 4

The Accounting and Finance – Level 4 course at Learnovate Training Centre provides a strong foundation in accounting and financial management. It prepares learners for entry-level accounting and finance roles in different industries.
Participants develop practical skills in bookkeeping, accounting records, financial reporting, budgeting, payroll, taxation awareness, and business finance. As a result, they gain the confidence to perform essential accounting tasks in a professional workplace.
This programme is ideal for beginners, office staff, accounts assistants, entrepreneurs, and anyone planning a career in accounting or finance.
Course Information
- Duration: 3 Months
- Sessions: 12 Sessions
- Level: Level 4
Curriculum
- 12 Sections
- 48 Lessons
- 3 Weeks
- Introduction to Accounting and FinanceUnderstand the role of accounting and finance in business, key accounting terms, financial users, business transactions, and the importance of accurate records.4
- Accounting Principles and ConceptsLearn the basic accounting principles, assumptions, conventions, and rules that guide proper accounting treatment and financial reporting.4
- Double-Entry Bookkeeping SystemDevelop practical knowledge of debit and credit rules, account types, and the double-entry system used to record business transactions.4
- Journals, Ledgers and Trial BalanceLearn how to prepare journal entries, post to ledger accounts, balance accounts, and prepare a trial balance for checking accuracy.4
- Cash Book and Bank ReconciliationUnderstand cash book preparation, petty cash control, bank transactions, and bank reconciliation statements for business records.4
- Accounts Receivable and Accounts PayableStudy customer and supplier accounts, invoice processing, credit control, payment tracking, aging reports, and basic receivable/payable management.4
- Inventory and Cost Accounting BasicsLearn inventory recording methods, cost of goods sold, stock valuation basics, direct and indirect costs, and cost control concepts.4
- Payroll Accounting and Employee RecordsUnderstand payroll documentation, salary calculations, allowances, deductions, overtime basics, and payroll record keeping.4
- Taxation and Compliance BasicsGain awareness of basic taxation concepts, invoices, records, compliance responsibilities, and the importance of accurate financial documentation.4
- Financial Statements PreparationLearn the structure and preparation of income statement, statement of financial position, and basic supporting schedules.4
- Budgeting, Forecasting and Financial AnalysisDevelop practical skills in preparing simple budgets, monitoring expenses, analyzing financial performance, and supporting management decisions.4
- Accounting Software, Practical Case Study and Final AssessmentApply accounting knowledge using practical case scenarios, digital accounting workflow, report preparation, and final assessment activities.4
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