Accounting for Non-Accountants

In this Accounting for Non-Accountants training course, you will be expected to actively participate. To enable this the trainer will provide and explain basic rules and structures that will allow you to record transactions, prepare financial statements, and cost summaries.

In the process, you will discuss and apply ‘business commonsense’ and ‘professional judgement’ in ensuring that information is realistic and truthful. In every session there will be opportunities to re-inforce what you have learned with practical exercises.

At the end of this training course, participants will:

• Be able to record transactions in the accounting system
• Understand the format and contents of financial statements
• Use accounting information to interpret and evaluate a business
• Make efficient and profitable decisions, based on cost information
• Apply budgetary control techniques to ensure that targets are achieved

This Gulf Rowad Accounting for Non-Accountants training course is designed for staff have an interest in accounting, or need to use accounting information in their roles. It is specifically aimed at those who do not currently work within the Accounting Function, or who have not been trained in accounting. It is suitable for a wide range of individuals, but is particularly relevant for: 

• Administrators
• Marketing staff
• Production and Production Control Staff
• Logistics Staff
• Small Business Owners or Managers
• Divisional Controllers

Organisational Impact

As a result of attending this Accounting for Non-Accountants training course your employees will:

• Understand how, and where, to find the information they need from the accounting system
• Be capable of using accounting information effectively in their roles
• Be able to use accounting information to evaluate their own, and others, performance
• Be motivated to use their knowledge of accounting to add value to the organization
• Make more confident and informed contributions to business discussions
• Appreciate the importance of taking ownership and responsibility for operating within budget

Personal Impact

What will the employee gain from attending this training course?

• You will acquire skills and knowledge to enhance your personal development
• You will feel more comfortable, and confident, in your working role
• You will gain a clearer picture of how businesses operate, and compete
• You will be encouraged to find out more about your business, and how you can contribute to its success
• It will enable you to liaise more effectively with staff in other departments
• It will be a valuable addition to your personal profile, which should enhance your career prospects