Accounting is the language of business. In this class students will learn how to keep financial records for businesses. Students get a practical background of how to manage and reconcile a checkbook, keep a budget, write checks, figure payroll and deductions from paychecks and personal taxes. Students develop an understanding of the principles and procedures in handling cash, recording transactions in journals, posting to ledgers, preparing financial reports, and preparing payrolls.
Computerized accounting is part of the curriculum.
Validated State Competencies in accounting are earned. This class fills a vocational credit. The skills learned previously will be expanded to include computerized accounting principles and applied to partnerships and corporations an also include writing and communication skills. In accounting 4 the emphasis will be placed on decision making in preparation for entry-level clerk positions. This class is a great extension of the principles learned in first year accounting.