University of California, Irvine
Introduction to Financial Accounting: The Accounting Cycle Specialization
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University of California, Irvine

Introduction to Financial Accounting: The Accounting Cycle Specialization

Gain Practical Accounting Knowledge and Skills. In this hands-on Specialization you will practice completing each step of the accounting cycle within Microsoft Excel, from analyzing and recording the first financial transactions of the year all the way through starting the new fiscal year.

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(511 reviews)

Beginner level
No prior experience required
Flexible schedule
1 month at 10 hours a week
Earn a career credential
Share your expertise with employers

Overview

  • How to record in journals and post in ledgers

  • How to prepare financial statements

  • How to record and post closing entries

  • How to prepare trial balances

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Taught in English
24 practice exercises

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Specialization - 3 course series

What you'll learn

Skills you'll gain

Category: Financial Accounting
Category: Accounting
Category: Business Ethics
Category: General Accounting
Category: Income Statement
Category: Balance Sheet
Category: Financial Statements
Category: Ledgers (Accounting)
Category: Bookkeeping

What you'll learn

Skills you'll gain

Category: Ledgers (Accounting)
Category: Accounting
Category: Accrual Accounting
Category: Accounting Records
Category: General Ledger
Category: Revenue Recognition
Category: Bookkeeping
Category: Financial Accounting
Category: Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Category: Journals

What you'll learn

Skills you'll gain

Category: Income Statement
Category: Financial Statements
Category: Balance Sheet
Category: Month End Closing
Category: Financial Reporting
Category: Financial Accounting
Category: Ledgers (Accounting)
Category: Bookkeeping
Category: Accounting

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Andrea Eliassen
University of California, Irvine
3 Courses25,356 learners

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