ACCOUNTING PACKAGES
Covers: QuickBooks, Sage, Tally, MS Excel for finance
Competencies: Financial data entry, bookkeeping, invoicing
Career Path: Accounts Assistant, Cashier, Bookkeeper
The Certificate in Accounting Packages is a practical computer-based course that trains learners to use modern accounting software for recording, processing, and reporting financial information. It is ideal for business owners, accounting students, office assistants, and job seekers.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Course Type | Certificate / Short Course |
| Duration | 1 – 3 months |
| Mode of Study | Practical (Computer-based) |
| Entry Requirements | Basic computer skills (KCSE not mandatory) |
| Examining Body | Institution-based / TVET |
Learners are trained on one or more of the following:
QuickBooks
Sage (Pastel)
Tally ERP
SAP (basic introduction)
Advanced Microsoft Excel for Accounting
Introduction to computerized accounting
Setting up a company in accounting software
Chart of accounts
Recording transactions (sales, purchases, expenses)
Cashbook & bank reconciliation
Accounts receivable & payable
Payroll processing
Inventory management
Financial statements (Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet)
VAT & basic tax reports
Data backup & security
Practical assignments
Continuous assessment
Final practical exam / project
After completion, you can work as:
Accounts Clerk
Accounts Assistant
Bookkeeper
Cashier
Office Administrator
SME Accounting Officer