Bookkeeping basics
Completed by Courtney D Davidson
August 29, 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: General Accounting
- Category: Business Ethics
- Category: Transaction Processing
- Category: Financial Accounting
- Category: Financial Statements
- Category: Accounting Records
- Category: Balance Sheet
- Category: Income Statement
- Category: General Ledger
- Category: Cash Flows
- Category: Ledgers (Accounting)
- Category: Bookkeeping
