Accounts Assistant
Program Overview
The Accounts Assistant course is a specialized training program designed to provide individuals with
the skills and knowledge needed to handle the essential accounting functions within financial
institutions, businesses, and organizations. Delivered online, this comprehensive course covers the
key principles of financial accounting, payroll management, taxation, and other critical areas related
to finance and accounts.
Over the span of 3 months (330 hours), learners will gain a practical understanding of financial
accounting, income tax regulations, payroll accounting, and compliance with labor laws. The course
also emphasizes the development of employability skills, preparing participants for real-world
challenges and opportunities in the finance and accounts domain.
Prospective Occupation Post-Training Completion:
Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be well-equipped to pursue roles as
Executive or Senior Executive in Finance and Accounts departments across a wide range of
industries. Graduates will be proficient in performing tasks related to financial reporting, payroll
management, taxation, and compliance, and will be capable of assisting in the day-to-day operations
of financial departments in organizations.
Program Module
a) Overview of the role of an Accounts Assistant in various organizations.
b) Key responsibilities, tasks, and skills required for the position.
c) Understanding the work environment in accounting and finance departments.
b) Key responsibilities, tasks, and skills required for the position.
c) Understanding the work environment in accounting and finance departments.
a) Introduction to financial accounting concepts, principles, and standards.
b) Understanding the preparation and analysis of financial statements (Balance Sheet, Profit and Loss Account).
c) Overview of financial reporting practices in compliance with accounting standards.
b) Understanding the preparation and analysis of financial statements (Balance Sheet, Profit and Loss Account).
c) Overview of financial reporting practices in compliance with accounting standards.
a) Basic understanding of labor laws governing payroll and employee benefits.
b) Calculation and processing of salaries, bonuses, and other compensation.
c) Payroll accounting and the role of an Accounts Assistant in managing employee financial records.
b) Calculation and processing of salaries, bonuses, and other compensation.
c) Payroll accounting and the role of an Accounts Assistant in managing employee financial records.
a) Overview of different heads of income under the Income Tax Act (e.g., Salaries, House Property, Business/Profession).
b) Understanding taxable income and the concept of gross and net income.
c) Practical application of income classification in financial reporting.
b) Understanding taxable income and the concept of gross and net income.
c) Practical application of income classification in financial reporting.
a) Understanding the deductions available under Chapter VI-A of the Income Tax Act (e.g., deductions for savings, insurance, tuition fees).
b) How to apply deductions to reduce taxable income.
c) Calculating net taxable income after deductions.
b) How to apply deductions to reduce taxable income.
c) Calculating net taxable income after deductions.
a) Step-by-step guide to filing income tax returns (ITR) for individuals and businesses.
b) Understanding the different types of ITR forms and when to use them.
c) Practical experience with online filing systems and tools for tax return submission.
b) Understanding the different types of ITR forms and when to use them.
c) Practical experience with online filing systems and tools for tax return submission.
a) Development of key employability skills such as communication, problem-solving, time management, and teamwork.
b) Building professional behavior and ethical standards in finance and accounting.
c) Job readiness skills, including resume writing and interview preparation for finance roles.
b) Building professional behavior and ethical standards in finance and accounting.
c) Job readiness skills, including resume writing and interview preparation for finance roles.