COMPUTERIZED
ACCOUNTING
Program Objective
To prepare the student for entry level employment as a bookkeeper or accounting
clerk. Every organization needs systematic and up-to-date records of accounts and
business transactions. Bookkeeper and accounting clerks maintain these records in
journals and ledgers or on a computer. They also prepare periodic financial statements
showing all money received and paid out. The specific duties of computerized
accountants vary with the size of the organization. However, virtually all of these
workers use computers.
Career Opportunities
Bookkeeper
Computerized
Accountant
Accounting Clerk
Payroll Clerk
Competency Profile
Upon completion of the Computerized Accounting program, the graduate should
be able to:
Interpret accounting principles and apply these standards to a business
environment.
Enter data on accounts receivable and accounts payable into the computer.
Review computer printouts for accuracy and completeness, and prepare special
financial reports.
Demonstrate proficiency in computer word processing, spreadsheets, and
databases using Microsoft Office software programs.
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