This course is designed to introduce students to QuickBooks Pro, a widely used small business accounting package. The focus is on performing day-to-day accounting transactions, managing financial entries, and utilizing the sophisticated tools provided by QuickBooks Pro for effective business management.

Knowledge Core Competency: Upon completing this course, students will possess knowledge about QuickBooks Pro, enabling them to set up a company’s accounting activities, manage inventory, and conduct payroll analysis.

Objectives:

1. Explain the process of company setup, including Chart of Accounts and QuickBooks list.
2. State the steps to set up Accounts Receivable & Accounts Payable, Sales Tax.
3. Describe the setup of Payroll and tracking time.
4. Recite the procedures for dealing with Inventory Management, including setting up items, ordering, receiving, and adjusting.
5. Discuss how to analyze financial data, create, customize, and save reports.
6. Explain the customization of forms and writing QuickBooks business letters.

Skill Core Competency: Upon completing this course, students will be able to effectively use QuickBooks Pro in various accounting environments, utilizing its functions and features.

Objectives:

1. Set up new accounts, work with lists, and manage bank accounts.
2. Record sales, create invoices, receive payments, and make bank deposits.
3. Set up employees in the payroll system and process payroll for the organization.
4. Analyze financial data and generate meaningful reports.
5. Set up and manage inventory while monitoring inventory activity.
6. Communicate using software pre-loaded templates.
7. Write letters and create new forms as required.

Course Highlights: The course covers essential aspects of QuickBooks Pro, from basic setup to advanced functions such as inventory management and payroll analysis. Practical exercises and real-world scenarios will be incorporated to enhance the application of skills in a business context. The goal is to empower students to efficiently navigate and utilize QuickBooks Pro in their future roles.