Welcome to Basic Accounting & Cashflow Management, your gateway to understanding the financial pulse of any business. In this comprehensive course, we embark on a journey through the fundamental principles of accounting, demystifying its language and concepts to empower you with the skills needed to navigate financial landscapes confidently. From mastering the art of bookkeeping to unraveling the intricacies of cash flow management, this course equips you with indispensable tools to monitor, analyse, and optimise financial health. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, small business owner, or simply eager to enhance your financial literacy, join us as we unlock the secrets behind sustainable financial success.
Curriculum
- 3 Sections
- 22 Lessons
- Lifetime
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- Part 1: Understanding Financial AccountsIn the "Understanding Financial Accounts" section, we delve deep into the language of financial statements, providing clarity on balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements to equip you with the foundational knowledge necessary for sound financial decision-making.8
- 1.1Intro
- 1.2The Language of Business: Financial Statements
- 1.3The Income Statement: Demystifying Profit
- 1.4The Balance Sheet: A Snapshot of Financial Health
- 1.5The Cash Flow Statement: Where Does the Cash Go?
- 1.6Building Blocks: Types of Accounts
- 1.7Recording Transactions: The Double-Entry System
- 1.8Quiz 120 Minutes13 Questions
- Part 2: Periodic Accounts ReviewIn the "Periodic Accounts Review" section, we explore the importance of regular financial assessments, guiding you through the process of evaluating financial performance and identifying areas for improvement to ensure the long-term stability and growth of your business.7
- 2.1Taking Stock: The Importance of Periodic Reviews
- 2.2Setting the Course: Objectives for Review
- 2.3Understanding Profitability: Beyond the Bottom Line
- 2.4Tax Planning: Strategizing for Savings
- 2.5Analyzing Cash Flow: More than Meets the Eye
- 2.6Identifying Financial Risk Factors: Protecting Your Business
- 2.7Quiz 210 Minutes14 Questions
- Part 3: Improving Cashflow in BusinessIn the "Improving Cashflow in Business" section, we provide actionable strategies and techniques aimed at optimising cash flow management, empowering you to mitigate cash flow challenges, enhance liquidity, and foster financial resilience within your organisation.10
- 3.1Cash Flow Management: The Key to Stability
- 3.2Identifying Cash-Flow Challenges: The First Step to Solutions
- 3.3Cash Flow Improvement Strategies: Actionable Solutions
- 3.4Cash Flow Budgeting: Your Financial GPS
- 3.5Managing Company Debtors
- 3.6Controlling Creditors
- 3.7Controlling Cash for Business Expenses
- 3.8Internal Controls for Cash Management: Protecting Your Assets
- 3.9Making Wise Financial Decisions: Data as Your Roadmap
- 3.10Quiz 350 Minutes15 Questions
Requirements
- No prior accounting knowledge required, as the course starts from basics.
Features
- Understand Business Taxation
- Comprehend Corporate Taxation
- Recognize Tax Obligations for Different Business Structures
- Comprehend Tax Compliance and Reporting Obligations
- Understand the Tax Year and Self-Assessment Process
- Learn about Income Sources and Taxable Income
- Understand Self-Assessment Tax Returns
Target audiences
- Everyone is welcome to undertake this course.