Professional Bookkeeper

A knowledge of accounting is highly useful in modern business. This course is for individuals who want a brief but comprehensive introduction to up-to-date and practical accounting principles and procedures.Note: Textbook will be available for purchase at the Langara Bookstore prior to the first class.All final exams conducted on campus, in person.

Expand your knowledge of accounting principles, from journal entry to trial balance. Prepare yourself for a career in accounting by exploring the concepts of detailed financial statements, including adjusting and closing entries.Prerequisites: Bookkeeping Level 1 or equivalent.Note: Textbook will be available for purchase at the Langara Bookstore prior to the first class.All final exams conducted on campus, in person.

This course introduces the fundamentals of interpersonal and group interaction including written, verbal, and non-verbal communication. We look at options in presentation preparation and delivery techniques, awareness of tone, consideration of audience, and selection of indirect and direct message organization.All final exams conducted on campus, in person.

Whether youre a beginner or simply want to refresh your skills, this course is the perfect introduction to the Office Suite. Create professional looking documents with Word, functional spreadsheets with Excel, and dynamic presentations with PowerPoint. Mandatory Prerequisite: Basic computer skills or equivalent. Note: Textbook is optional and is available at the Langara Bookstore.

This course covers the setup and transaction processing of the Sage 300 Accounts Payable module. Topics include: recording of Accounts Payable Invoices, Adjustments, and Payment transactions. Other topics include: vendor and vendor group maintenance. At the end of the course, you will have the skills to work effectively as an accounts payable clerk using the Sage 300 ERP software. Prerequisites: Bookkeeping Level 1 and basic computer skills or equivalent required. Note: Textbook is optional and available at the Langara Bookstore. Software is for PC only and access to a laptop required.

This course focuses on recording transactions and analyzing reports in the General Ledger and Accounts Receivable module. Topics will include: advanced recording and editing of GL Journal Entries, and reporting of financial data. In addition, you will also learn to create and record invoices, payments, and adjustments in the Accounts Receivable module. Finally, there will be an in-depth discussion on how to reconcile bank statements using the appropriate modules. Prerequisites: Sage 300-1 or equivalent required. Note: Textbook optional and available at the Langara Bookstore. Software is for PC only and access to a laptop required.

Quickbooks Online (QBO) has become one of the most popular accounting applications on the market. This course provides hands-on instruction on setting up Quickbooks on the cloud, customizing forms, and processing sales transactions, invoices, and bill payments, as well as managing inventory, payroll, and sales taxes through your web browser. You will also learn to use QBO to analyze financial data and improve your business strategies. All final exams conducted on campus, in person.Prerequisites: Bookkeeping Level 1 and basic computer skills or equivalent required. Note: Please bring a USB to class. Textbook and USB available at the Langara Bookstore for purchase.

Using Quickbooks Online (QBO), this course will teach you more advanced skills, such as banking and credit cards, foreign currencies, payroll, and how to customize settings. Additional topics include generating employee T4 slips and Employee Record of Employment. All final exams conducted on campus, in person.Prerequisites: Quickbooks 1 or equivalent experience required. Please bring a USB to class. Note: Textbook and USB available at the Langara Bookstore for purchase.

Sage 50 is the popular and easy-to-use accounting software for home offices and small businesses. Learn to set up company files and enter transactions for general ledger, accounts receivables, accounts payable, and inventory, and how to manage capital expenses. All final exams conducted on campus, in person.Prerequisites: Bookkeeping Level 1 and basic computer skills or equivalent required. Note: Software for PC only. Textbook is required and available at the Langara Bookstore.

Build upon your Sage 50 knowledge by adding multi-currency transactions, bank reconciliations, payroll, customized reporting features, credit card payment, and receipts. Enter company histories and learn such important topics as network security, projects, and setting budgets. All final exams conducted on campus, in person.Prerequisites: Sage 50-1 or equivalent required. Note: Software for PC only. Textbook is required and available at the Langara Bookstore.

A study of current personal and business tax legislation with an emphasis on the effect on individuals. Students gain the knowledge necessary for preparation of personal and business tax returns.Prerequisites: Bookkeeping Level 2 or equivalent.All final exams conducted on campus, in person.

Undertake a comprehensive study of federal and provincial legislation relating to the payroll function. A review of documentation related to payroll activities is included. Students learn the skills required to produce payroll records that vary in complexity.Prerequisites: Bookkeeping Level 2 or equivalent.All final exams conducted on campus, in person.

An introduction to cost behaviours, planning, budgeting, controls and cash flow. Emphasis is placed on understanding the difference between cash flow and profitability. This is an excellent course for managers, entrepreneurs and bookkeepers alike.Prerequisites: Bookkeeping Level 2 or equivalent.All final exams conducted on campus, in person.

This course is not offered at this time. Please email csgeneral@langara.ca for details.