Bookkeeping basics
Completed by Lorena Vanesa Pena
January 12, 2026
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: Ethical Standards And Conduct
- Category: Equities
- Category: Financial Reporting
- Category: Accounting
- Category: Ledgers (Accounting)
- Category: Bookkeeping
- Category: Income Statement
- Category: Cash Flows
- Category: General Ledger
- Category: Financial Statements
- Category: Accounting Records
- Category: Financial Accounting
