Bookkeeping basics
Completed by Shawn Hill
August 31, 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: Transaction Processing
- Category: Balance Sheet
- Category: Financial Accounting
- Category: Financial Reporting
- Category: Financial Statements
- Category: General Ledger
- Category: Cash Flows
- Category: Ledgers (Accounting)
- Category: Bookkeeping
- Category: Ethical Standards And Conduct
- Category: Equities
- Category: Accounting Records
