Every month, accounting teams face the critical challenge of closing the books accurately and on time. This Short Course was created to help accounting professionals accomplish essential month-end procedures with confidence and precision.

Month-End Close with Accounting Procedures

Month-End Close with Accounting Procedures
This course is part of Bookkeeping Foundations and General Ledger Management Specialization

Instructor: John Whitworth
Access provided by ExxonMobil
What you'll learn
Month-end close relies on task sequencing and clear role alignment within the financial reporting timeline.
Track prepaid expenses with clear records of balances, additions, and amortization for accuracy.
Clear communication and timely submissions uphold the integrity of the closing process.
Standard procedures ensure consistency, but precision in execution ensures data reliability.
Skills you'll gain
- Accounting
- Microsoft Excel
- Timelines
- Standard Accounting Practices
- General Accounting
- Reconciliation
- Financial Auditing
- Business Communication
- Process Mapping
- Month End Closing
- Presentations
- Accruals
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There are 2 modules in this course
Learners will explore the sequential nature of month-end activities, identify their specific responsibilities in the closing timeline, and create timeline presentations for team communication.
What's included
2 videos1 reading2 assignments
Learners will master the systematic procedures for tracking prepaid expenses, documenting beginning balances, recording additions and amortization, and creating professional schedules that support accurate financial reporting.
What's included
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