Bookkeeping basics
Completed by Cindy Nicholls
September 25, 2025
13 hours (approximately)
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What you will learn
Define accounting and the concepts of accounting measurement.
Explain the role of a bookkeeper and common bookkeeping tasks and responsibilities.
Summarize the double entry accounting method.
Explain the ethical and social responsibilities of bookkeepers in ensuring the integrity of financial information.
Skills you will gain
- Category: Financial Accounting
- Category: Standard Accounting Practices
- Category: Income Statement
- Category: General Ledger
- Category: Ledgers (Accounting)
- Category: Bookkeeping
- Category: Ethical Standards And Conduct
- Category: Equities
- Category: Financial Reporting
- Category: Accounting
- Category: Accounting Software
- Category: Transaction Processing
