Learners completing this course will be able to explain core accounting concepts, configure company settings, manage vendors and inventory, generate invoices, reconcile banking activity, configure tax items, analyze transactions, process payroll, and interpret financial reports using Accounter Live. Designed for aspiring accountants, bookkeepers, business owners, and finance professionals, this course provides a complete, practical pathway to mastering Accounter Live in real-world scenarios.
Master Accounting: Analyze, Manage & Optimize Finances
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Beginner level
Recommended experience
1 week to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
What you'll learn
Configure and manage company finances in Accounter Live, including vendors, inventory, taxes, and payroll.
Record, reconcile, and analyze financial transactions to maintain accurate and compliant accounts.
Generate and interpret financial reports to support informed business and accounting decisions.
Skills you'll gain
- Business Reporting
- System Configuration
- Accounts Payable
- Tax Compliance
- Workflow Management
- Payroll
- Accounting
- General Accounting
- Small Business Accounting
- Inventory and Warehousing
- Vendor Management
- Accounts Receivable
- Tax Management
- Ledgers (Accounting)
- Inventory Management System
- Accounting Software
- Billing & Invoicing
- Payroll Processing
- Financial Reporting
- Reconciliation
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December 2025
Assessments
15 assignments
Taught in English
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There are 4 modules in this course
This module introduces learners to Accounter Live’s cloud-based ecosystem, key accounting concepts, and fundamental setup processes, enabling a strong foundation for navigating and configuring the platform effectively.
What's included
13 videos4 assignments
This module guides learners through creating and managing vendors, configuring inventory structures, and handling client-related workflows that support daily business operations.
What's included
12 videos4 assignments
This module equips learners with the skills to integrate bank accounts, perform reconciliations, configure tax structures, and review financial transactions for accounting accuracy and compliance.
What's included
8 videos4 assignments
This final module prepares learners to manage payroll processes, interpret business reports, and consolidate their understanding of Accounter Live through comprehensive review and course wrap-up.
What's included
6 videos3 assignments
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