GAAP & Double-Entry Bookkeeping

Coursera MOOC / Non-credit USD 49
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GAAP & Double-Entry Bookkeeping

About this course

Master the fundamental building blocks of professional accounting that every successful business relies on for accurate financial reporting. Understanding GAAP principles and double-entry bookkeeping isn't just about following rules—it's about building the foundation for sound financial decision-making.This Short Course was created to help accounting professionals accomplish accurate financial record-keeping through systematic application of GAAP standards and double-entry principles. By completing this course, you'll be able to explain why specific GAAP principles govern transaction recording, connect accrual basis and matching principles to practical journal entries, and confidently prepare recurring entries, adjusting entries, and closing entries that maintain the accounting equation balance.By the end of this course, you will be able to:- Understand how key GAAP principles impact the recording of daily accounting entries- Apply double-entry bookkeeping principles to record various types of journal entriesThis course is unique because it bridges theoretical accounting standards with hands-on journal entry practice, showing you exactly how GAAP principles translate into the daily work of recording financial transactions with precision and regulatory compliance.To be successful in this project, you should have a background in basic business concepts and familiarity with financial statements.

What you'll learn

  • Explain specific GAAP principles related to transaction recording
  • Connect accrual basis and matching principles to practical journal entries
  • Prepare recurring entries, adjusting entries, and closing entries

Course objectives

  • Understand how key GAAP principles impact daily accounting
  • Apply double-entry bookkeeping to record various journal entries

Skills you'll gain

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