FURTHER EDUCATION AND TRAINING CERTIFICATE (FETC):
ICB SENIOR Bookkeeping NQF Level 4

About this programme

This qualification is registered on the SAQA website as FETC: Bookkeeping NQF L4 – (SAQA): ID 58376.

The qualification is called the Certified Senior Bookkeeper by the Institute of Certified Bookkeepers (ICB).

You will learn about monthly bookkeeping; asset disposal; year-end adjustments; International Financial Reporting Standards for SMMEs; branch accounts; incomplete records; analysis of financial statements; understanding cash flow; basic cost and management accounts; preparing manufacturing accounts; costing and budgeting.

Minimum admission requirements

Successful completion of the National Certificate in Bookkeeping NQF Level 3.

CAREER opportunities

• Senior Bookkeeper
• Junior Accountant
• Assistant Accountant
• Financial Services Officer
• Credit Controller
• Business Analyst

Duration

This is a 6-month part-time qualification offered via Distance Learning.

Course content

WHAT DO THESE SUBJECTS ENTAIL?

Financial Statements (FNST):

Financial statements are written records that convey the business activities and the financial performance of a company. Financial statements are often audited by government agencies, accountants, firms, etc. to ensure accuracy and for tax, financing, or investing purposes. Financial statements include:

• Balance sheet
• Income statement
• Cash flow statement

Cost and Management Accounting (CMGT):

Cost and management accounting is a form of accounting that aims to maximise profit by managing revenues and expenses. It provides data and reports used by managers to inform their strategies around long-term profit and growth.