Foundation Stage — Digital Bookkeeper & Payroll Administrator
The demand for skilled digital bookkeepers and payroll administrators is rapidly increasing in the UAE due to the country's fast-growing economy and emphasis on rules compliance.
The course meets this demand by equipping students, professionals, and businesses with essential skills and knowledge needed for success in these roles within the UAE market.
Course overview
This course provides a strong foundation in financial dealings and bookkeeping practices. Participants will learn key concepts such as debits, credits, double-entry bookkeeping, and banking procedures. The programme also focuses on compliance with the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) regulations; ensuring graduates are well versed in UAE-specific requirements.
Entry requirements
No specific entry requirements make the course accessible to everyone, regardless of background.
Course units
The course has four units:
- Payroll theoretical & practical: Learn about payroll processes, legal requirements, tax implications, and calculations using payroll software. This unit also handles employee benefits and deductions to ensure accurate payroll management. Participants will practice real-world payroll scenarios to gain hands-on experience.
- Organisations & their structure: This unit explains different organisational structures and their impact on financial processes. It also explores the roles and responsibilities within an organisation and how they influence financial decision-making. The unit includes case studies of various organisational models in the UAE.
- Bookkeeping theoretical & practical: This unit provides a solid understanding of bookkeeping fundamentals and practical skills using accounting software. It includes practical exercises in recording financial transactions, maintaining ledgers, and preparing financial statements. Participants will also learn how to use accounting software to automate bookkeeping tasks.
- Fundamentals of costing & spreadsheets: Learn costing methods and spreadsheet skills for cost analysis, budgeting, and financial planning. Participants will also practice creating and managing complex spreadsheets for financial reporting and analysis. This unit emphasises the application of spreadsheets in real-world financial scenarios.
Accounting software solutions
The course includes training on popular accounting software such as Tally.ERP 9, QuickBooks Online, Sage 50 Accounting, Zoho Books, and Xero. This training ensures that participants are proficient in using these tools to manage financial data efficiently, a critical skill in the UAE's digital accounting landscape. Also, participants will learn to integrate these software solutions into everyday accounting tasks, enhancing their efficiency and accuracy.
Duration
You can complete this programme within 4-6 months.
Modes
You can study online, in the classroom, or through a blended mode, offering flexibility to suit different learning preferences.
Job opportunities
The requirement for skilled digital bookkeepers and payroll administrators is high due to the UAE's rapidly growing economy and the presence of numerous multinational companies. These companies require professionals to manage their financial operations and ensure compliance with regulations.
The UAE government's initiatives to support business are expanding opportunities for those proficient in financial management. These initiatives and companies' increasing adoption of computerised accounting systems drive the demand for skilled professionals who can efficiently handle financial data using these digital tools.
This course equips students and professionals with the skills needed for diverse roles in accounting and finance, enhancing their business management capabilities and meeting digital accounting requirements in the UAE. After completing the course, individuals can pursue various roles, including:
- Bookkeeper
- Finance Assistant
- Accounts Assistant
- Accounts Payable Clerk
- Accounts Receivable Clerk
