Financial Accounting Fundamentals
Course overview
A solid grasp of accounting principles underpins every finance role. This programme covers the double entry system, the main financial statements, and the concepts needed to record and interpret financial transactions accurately.
What you will gain
- Apply the principles of double entry bookkeeping
- Record common business transactions correctly
- Prepare a trial balance and correct errors
- Produce basic financial statements
- Interpret the profit and loss and balance sheet
- Apply core accounting concepts and standards
Who should attend
- Accounts assistants and clerks
- Staff new to finance roles
- Non finance staff needing accounting basics
- Small business owners
Upcoming sessions
| Date | City | Duration | Fees | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 to 13 Nov 2026 | Durban | 5 Days | R18,000 | Book |
| 8 to 12 Mar 2027 | Johannesburg | 5 Days | R18,000 | Book |
| 12 to 16 Jul 2027 | Cape Town | 5 Days | R18,000 | Book |
Fees are per delegate and exclude VAT. Dates run in the second week of each month. We also deliver this course on your own schedule, in-house or live online.
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