Event
Financial Accounting - Basic Concepts
Wednesday, January 28, 2009 09:30to12:00
3465 Durocher, Room 223, 3465 Durocher, Room 223, CA
Managing or participating in the management of funds is a critical and challenging role. The first step in ensuring that financial management is being effectively executed is to gain a better understanding of basic financial accounting concepts.
This workshop, designed for administrative personnel with a financial role, provides the tools required in understanding basic accounting concepts and their relevance in executing financial tasks.
Topics Covered:
- Introduction of basic financial accounting concepts and theory,
- Provide the tools required in effectively executing financial tasks,
- Increase skills and comfort level with financial management policies and procedures.
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the difference between an income statement and a balance sheet,
- Distinguish between a debit and a credit,
- Use T-Accounts to understand the flow of financial transactions,
- Know when to use accrual accounting,
- Understand the impact financial transactions have on the four Banner ledgers: Operating, General, Encumbrance, and Grant,
- Comprehend the difference between a pre-determined budget and cash basis budget.