Bookkeeping basics
Completed by Erny Pérez del Rosario
May 19, 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: Standard Accounting Practices
- Category: General Ledger
- Category: Ethical Standards And Conduct
- Category: Balance Sheet
- Category: Transaction Processing
- Category: Accounting Software
- Category: Income Statement
- Category: Equities
- Category: Ledgers (Accounting)
- Category: Bookkeeping
- Category: Financial Reporting
- Category: Accounting
