Bookkeeping - Manual & Computerised
The purpose of the course is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skills and competence to produce and maintain accurate bookkeeping records for a range of organisations, using both manual and computerised systems. It would be an advantage that learners have basic computer skills.
| Award Name | Level 5 Component Award (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Minor |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Component Award (Level 5 NFQ) | Minor | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
10 Weeks Tuesday & Thursday 6.30 - 9.30
Entry Requirements
Education: Applicants seeking entry to the programme should have achieved a minimum of a QQI Level 4 Major Award or its equivalent prior to entry to the programme.
Aptitude: Good numerical and communication skills are essential, including verbal and written command of the English language. CERFL proficiency at B2 is required for access to this course for those whose first language is not English.
Previous Experience: n/a
Further information
Start Date 15/09/2026
End Date 19/11/2026
Learning Outcomes
1. Explain the key terminology associated with the recording and maintenance of bookkeeping records, using manual and computerised systems
2. Outline the advantages and disadvantages of a computerised system over a manual one for record keeping purposes
3. Complete the books of first entry with appropriate VAT and departmental analysis from the information contained in a range of source documents to include; invoices, credit notes, bank records, petty cash vouchers
4. Post the information from the daybooks to the appropriate accounts in the ledgers
5. Extract a trial balance at the end of an accounting period
6. Prepare a Bank Reconciliation Statement from data supplied
7. Prepare the end-of-period VAT Return in accordance with the requirements of the Revenue Commissioners
8. Process all tasks as per the manual ones using an accounts package, comparing manual and computerised results
9. Analyse tasks completed making appropriate corrections to any errors and editing of data as directed
10. Print a selection of reports after backing up computerised data on a suitable medium.
Bookkeeping Manual & Computerised (5N1354)
Bookkeeping Manual & Computerised (5N1354)
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