Accounts Assistant Practical Training: Sage, QuickBooks, Xero, Iris, BrightPay

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Our Accounts Assistant Training Programme is specifically designed to equip you with the essential skills and knowledge required by employers for an Accounts Assistant position. Delivered by qualified Chartered Accountants, the training covers industry-standard software such as Sage 50, QuickBooks, Xero, Excel, Sage Payroll, Brightpay Payroll & IRIS ensuring you gain comprehensive practical experience.

What You Will Learn:

Bookkeeping, VAT & HMRC Submissions (Sage 50, QuickBooks, Xero & IRIS)

• You will gain expertise in setting up companies using various VAT schemes including:
• Standard VAT Scheme, Cash Accounting Scheme, Flat Rate Scheme, Marginal VAT Scheme
• Chart of Accounts selection and customisation
• Understanding how double entry is applied in accounting software
• Nominal Ledger Customisation and applying nominal codes
• Maintaining sales and purchase ledgers of businesses
• Setting up customer and supplier accounts, processing invoices and credit notes
• Reconciliation of customer/supplier invoices, statements, aged debtors and creditors reports for credit control
• Performing bank and petty cash reconciliation
• Preparing and submitting VAT returns to HMRC, handling HMRC queries, and managing VAT registration and deregistration
• You will also gain an in-depth understanding of VAT deadlines, penalties, and key VAT schemes, including the Flat Rate VAT Scheme, Cash Accounting Scheme, and Standard VAT Scheme.

Payroll & HMRC Reports (Sage Payroll & BrightPay Payroll)

• Comprehensive training in payroll processing using Sage Payroll and BrightPay Payroll
• PAYE, NIC, income tax, and statutory payments processing
• Creating pay elements, employee records, and managing BACS payments
• Understanding UK payroll legislation, RTI submissions (FPS, EPS), and issuing P45s, P60s to employees
• Managing statutory sick pay (SSP), maternity pay (SMP), and paternity pay (SPP)
• End-of-year procedures for real-time information (RTI) reports, and PAYE submission to HMRC
  
  

Accounts Assistant Practical Training (Sage 50, QuickBooks & Xero)

• Opening balances treatment, foreign currency invoices, and handling discounts on invoices
• Reconciliation of debtors and creditors control accounts
• Understanding and processing month-end adjustments and journal entries (accruals, prepayments, depreciation, etc.)
• Managing a fixed asset register, calculating depreciation, and handling asset disposals
• Preparing the final trial balance, monthly management accounts, and closing entries
• Running year-end procedures in Sage 50 Accounts to close the financial year and start a new one

Advanced Excel Training

• Advanced Excel techniques including VLOOKUP, HLOOKUP, SUMIFS, COUNTIFS, IFERROR, and Pivot Tables
• Mastering data validation, conditional formatting, macros, and goal seek
• Working with charts, graphs, and applying date/time formulas for financial analysis

Why Choose KBM?

• ACCA Gold Level Approved
• AAT Accredited Provider
• Institute of Financial Accountants Endorsed Training
• Chartered Certified Accountants & Registered Auditors
• Regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)
• 100% Practical, Hands-on Training
• Flexible Online Sessions with Qualified Accountants
• Flexible Timing: You choose the day and time to suit your schedule
• Official Certifications from Sage, QuickBooks, and Xero
• Professional CV & Interview Preparation
• Employer References to boost job prospects

Support with PER for ACCA / AAT / CIMA

Job Placement Assistance

• At KBM, we go beyond training. As a recruitment firm, we provide career support that includes:
• Professional CV Preparation: Tailored to highlight your new skills and qualifications
• Interview Coaching: To ensure you perform well during employer interviews
• Job Placement Support: In 2024 alone, we successfully placed over 1,600 candidates in accounting roles
• References for Employers: We provide references to increase your chances of securing the job

Flexible Pricing & Payment Options

We offer flexible pricing based on the software package you choose, and discounts are available for bundles that include Sage 50, QuickBooks, Excel, Xero, Sage Payroll, IRIS, and BrightPay Payroll. We also provide installment payment options to make training affordable.

Accounts Assistant Training: Ideal for Whom?

Our Accounts Assistant Training is specifically designed for individuals who are looking to gain essential practical experience in accounting and payroll. This comprehensive programme is perfect for:

• Beginners with No Prior Experience: Those who have no formal qualification or prior experience in accountancy and wish to pursue a career as an Accounts Assistant.
• Accountancy Students: Candidates currently studying ACCA, AAT, FIA, CIMA, CIPFA, or other accountancy and payroll qualifications but who lack practical, hands-on experience in accounting and payroll.
• International Candidates: Individuals with overseas accounting and payroll experience who are looking to gain familiarity with the UK accounting systems, including HMRC submissions and UK payroll practices.
• Computerised Accounting Newcomers: Candidates who are new to computerised accounting software and payroll systems, such as Sage 50, QuickBooks, and Xero, and wish to gain technical expertise.
• Small Business Owners: Those who are new to accounting and payroll and wish to manage their own accounts and payroll records, helping them reduce costs and improve efficiency in their business operations.

Our Accounts Assistant Training is ideal for individuals with no prior accounting experience. The only requirement is a keen interest in learning and an eagerness to engage with core bookkeeping and accounting principles.

Covering everything from basic bookkeeping to advanced accounting, this course equips you with the knowledge and practical skills needed for an Accounts Assistant role. Through one-to-one training, you'll gain proficiency in key areas such as VAT, HMRC submissions, and payroll, boosting your confidence and career prospects.

Upon completing our Accounts Assistant Training, you will be well-prepared to apply for a range of roles in the accounting and finance sector, including:

• Accounts Assistant
• Accounts Payable/Receivables Clerk
• Credit Controller
• Bookkeeper
• Finance Assistant
• Junior Accountant