Finance & Accounting for Office Administrators & Secretaries Training course

Finance & Accounting for Office Administrators & Secretaries Training course

Foundation | 5 days | Face to Face / Online / Elearning | Certificate
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Course Overview

Course Summary
Course Title Finance & Accounting for Office Administrators & Secretaries Training course
Organization Tech For Development (T4D)
Venue Tech For Development (T4D) Training Centre
Duration 5 days
Target Industries
  • Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs)
  • Non-Profit Organizations (NPOs)
  • Development Agencies
  • Construction and Infrastructure Development
  • Government and Public Sector Projects
  • Information Technology and Software Development
  • Manufacturing and Industrial Operations
  • Healthcare and Public Health Programs
Target Job Roles
  • Project Managers
  • Project Coordinators and Team Leaders
  • Program and Portfolio Managers
  • Operations and Delivery Managers
  • Business Analysts
Course Fees (Face-to-Face) USD 1,500/KES 99,000 (Exclusive of VAT)
Course Fees (Virtual) USD 1,000/KES 70,000 (Exclusive of VAT)
Training Modes Virtual and face-to-face training
Payment Payment should be made to the Tech For Development (T4D) bank account on or before the start of the course
Accreditation Tech For Development Certificate of Course Completion

Course Overview:
This 5-day course provided at T4D is designed to provide office administrators and secretaries with a fundamental understanding of finance and accounting principles, enabling them to support financial activities effectively within their organizations. Covering essential topics like budgeting, financial reporting, accounts payable/receivable, and basic financial statements, this course equips participants with the skills to assist finance departments, communicate financial information clearly, and contribute to cost management initiatives.

Course Duration:
5 Days

Target Audience:

  • Office administrators
  • Executive assistants and secretaries
  • Administrative coordinators
  • Professionals supporting finance and accounting functions

Personal Impact:

  • Gain confidence in understanding and communicating basic financial concepts.
  • Develop practical skills to support finance tasks such as budgeting and reporting.
  • Enhance ability to assist finance teams and manage costs effectively.

Organizational Impact:

  • Improve administrative support in finance-related tasks, increasing efficiency.
  • Strengthen communication between finance departments and other units.
  • Ensure cost-effective administrative practices aligned with financial goals.

    Course Overview:
    This 5-day course is designed to provide office administrators and secretaries with a fundamental understanding of finance and accounting principles, enabling them to support financial activities effectively within their organizations. Covering essential topics like budgeting, financial reporting, accounts payable/receivable, and basic financial statements, this course equips participants with the skills to assist finance departments, communicate financial information clearly, and contribute to cost management initiatives.

    Course Duration:
    5 Days

    Target Audience:

  • Office administrators
  • Executive assistants and secretaries
  • Administrative coordinators
  • Professionals supporting finance and accounting functions
  • Personal Impact:

  • Gain confidence in understanding and communicating basic financial concepts.
  • Develop practical skills to support finance tasks such as budgeting and reporting.
  • Enhance ability to assist finance teams and manage costs effectively.
  • Organizational Impact:

  • Improve administrative support in finance-related tasks, increasing efficiency.
  • Strengthen communication between finance departments and other units.
  • Ensure cost-effective administrative practices aligned with financial goals.

Course Objectives:
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand the basic principles of finance and accounting.
  • Assist in preparing and reviewing financial documents and reports.
  • Manage accounts payable/receivable processes with accuracy.
  • Track and control budgets for better cost management.
  • Communicate financial information effectively with team members and stakeholders
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Course Modules

Course Outline:

Module 1: Introduction to Finance and Accounting Basics

  • Overview of financial management and accounting principles
  • Key financial terms and concepts
  • Role of finance and accounting in organizational success
  • Practical Exercise: Understanding financial terminology and its use

Module 2: Financial Statements and Reporting Essentials

  • Introduction to financial statements: balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow statement
  • Understanding financial ratios and their significance
  • Basics of financial reporting and accuracy checks
  • Case Study: Interpreting a set of financial statements for administrative use

Module 3: Budgeting and Cost Control Techniques

  • Basics of budgeting: types, purpose, and process
  • Monitoring expenses and managing departmental budgets
  • Techniques for controlling costs within an administrative role
  • Practical Exercise: Assisting in budget creation and cost tracking

Module 4: Managing Accounts Payable and Receivable

  • Overview of accounts payable and accounts receivable processes
  • Ensuring accurate invoice processing and payment tracking
  • Best practices for managing collections and payments efficiently
  • Case Study: Simulating the AP/AR process for an administrative assistant

Module 5: Effective Communication of Financial Information

  • Communicating financial data to non-finance colleagues
  • Drafting reports, summaries, and financial memos
  • Working effectively with finance teams to support objectives
  • Real-life Project: Creating a financial summary report for team use
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Course Administration

Methodology

Instructor-led sessions use a blended learning approach combining presentations, guided practical exercises, web-based tutorials, and group work, delivered by seasoned industry experts. All facilitation and course materials are in English, so participants should be reasonably proficient in the language.

Accreditation

Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued a Tech For Development Certificate of Course Completion

Training Venue

The training will be held at the Tech For Development Training Centre. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and lunch. All participants will additionally cater to their travel expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.

Accommodation & Airport Transfer

Arranged upon request.For reservations contact the Training Officer:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (+254) 790 824 179

Tailor-Made

This training can also be customized to suit the needs of your institution upon request. You can have it delivered in our T4D Training Centre or at a convenient location.

Payment

Payment should be transferred to the T4D account through a bank on or before the start of the course. Send proof of payment to [email protected].

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