الأربعاء، 13 مارس 2013

How to Learn Computer Accounting

Computer accounting software programs such as Simply Accounting, Peachtree, ACCPAC, Microsoft Office and QuickBooks have revolutionized the field of accounting by helping businesses extract data, prepare reports and analyze the information. The best way to learn computer accounting is to take a class at a trade school, community college or university, supplement your studies with additional books, CD-ROMs and online and print publications and gain real-world experience on an internship with an accounting firm or bank.


Instructions


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      Enroll in computer accounting classes at a vocational/trade school, community college, or university, where you can learn how to use common accounting software applications. Although some institutions will not have specific "computer accounting" classes, most schools with accounting programs will offer courses that focus on technology. You can also take a class from an online school such as Charter College or Ashworth College; here you'll review the basics of accounting and then learn how to use accounting software.
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      Supplement your coursework with a book or book/CD-ROM package such as Donna Kay's "Computer Accounting with QuickBooks Pro 2010" or Carol Yacht's "Computer Accounting with Peachtree Complete 2009 with CD-ROM." These cover the ins and outs of each program with step-by-step instructions, pictures and screenshots.
    • 3
      Work through self-contained sessions on tutorial DVDs such as Laura Madeira's "QuickBooks Essentials LiveLessons: For All QuickBooks Users," which contains self-paced, personal video instruction. If you can take on something more challenging, try "Mastering Microsoft Office Made Easy Training Tutorial: CPE (Continuing Professional Education) Edition for EAs/CPAs/Accountants," which includes 164 video lessons and 15 classroom manuals that walk you step-by-step through software.
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      Stay up to date with the latest developments in computer accounting by reading online and print publications such as "Journal Of Construction Accounting & Taxation," "Accounting Today," "Journal of Accountancy," "International Journal of Accounting Information Systems" and "Journal of Emerging Technologies in Accounting."
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      Get an internship with a local accountant, bank or CPA firm through your school's business department. Some schools may offer credit for internships or even internship opportunities. There's no better way to learn computer accounting than combining classroom theory with practical experience. You'll be expected to be familiar with accounting fundamentals---accounts receivable, general ledger, accounts payable, inventory, payroll, bill payment, etc.----as well as the basics of computer accounting.

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