Accounting Technician Diploma Program

This accounting diploma program may be completed in approximately 36 weeks.

Accounting Course Objective:

To qualify the student for employment in entry-level bookkeeping/accounting operations. Accounting Course students will gain knowledge of computerized applications, including the Microsoft Office Suite.

Description:
Accounting and Bookkeeping Clerks calculate, classify and record numerical data and maintain accurate financial records. Accounting personnel might handle money, perform auditing duties, analyze various financial statements, compile and prepare quarterly reports, and maintain accounts payable and receivable.

Training Requirements:
Accounting Technicians must be knowledgeable in areas including accounts receivable and payable, payroll procedures and tax laws, fixed assets, present value calculation for liabilities, cash-basis bookkeeping, and year-end work. Accounting Clerks should have a good business math aptitude; computer operations skills with an emphasis on word processing, spreadsheets and computerized accounting; keyboarding and 10-key skills; legible writing; and an ability to work independently.

Students who successfully complete this accounting course are eligible for advancement to Year Two of the A.A.S. Business Administration Degree with the addition of M130A and M130B, Mathematics Concepts, and GE200, English Composition.

Employment Trends:
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, job openings will continue to be available due to the need for bookkeeping services in most businesses.

Career Avenues:
Accounts Payable Clerk
Accounts Receivable Clerk
Account Clerk I, II
Bookkeeper
Cash Office Clerk
Credit Officer
Credit Investigator
Collections Officer
Leasing Consultant
Office Manager
Retail Loan Closer
Accounting Analyst
Benefits Coordinator
Sales Consultant
Auditor
Loan Processor
Billing Consultant
Tax Processor
Financial Analyst
Buyer's Assistant