Here Is Why You Really Need Practical Accounting Skills
Accounting is one of the most saturated professions in Kenya, yet so many individuals continue to pursue CPAs and accounting degrees.
Every time you visit any job site, you will never fail to see job vacancies in accounting being advertised.
Why?
Even with the automation of some roles, accountants still play a critical role in dealing with data to help companies make big decisions – something that cannot easily be done without the human factor.
While this is the case, not every accountant is celebrating.
Employers have gone past the education qualifications and now value skills more than anything else.
To land a well-paying job, you need to stand out.
To have a competitive edge over other accountants, a practical accounting course is what you need.
This course will equip you with the practical skills that employers are looking for in new hires.
So why should you sign up for practical accounting skills training?
1. If your lack of experience is preventing you from getting an ideal job
Do you have all the qualifications but seem unqualified in most accounting jobs you come across?
You may have a CPA or an accounting degree but lack the practical knowledge in things like QuickBooks or how to file taxes.
When hiring, employers look for an all-round accountant…not just someone who is good at bookkeeping.
If you lack these practical skills are missing out on opportunities, then you should consider taking a practical accounting course.
2. Every application you make goes unanswered
How many jobs have you applied for yet remain in the same situation – jobless, desperate and wondering what employers look for in candidates?
Most probably you don’t have what the said employers are looking for – the skills to do the job.
Your application is just like any other accountants as you have nothing that makes you unique.
The good news is that you don’t just get trained but CSS gets to refer you for job opportunities with their clients.
3. You want to launch a career in accounting
A few decades ago, accounting used to be the safest career. It not only assured you of a good job after school but a good paycheck and the ability to climb the career ladder in a matter of a few years.
Fast forward to today and the high number of accounting students coupled with technological advancements that threaten to automate all accounting functions has made it difficult to get a job.
As such, you may be in a job because you have no choice.
In as much as you want to put food on the table, you don’t want to look back and regret not pursuing your career in accounting.
With courses like practical accounting, you have everything you need to launch a career in accounting.
4. You want to learn QuickBooks and I-Tax
Besides theoretical knowledge, an accounting course equips you with practical skills on;
- How to input entries in QuickBooks
- Online Payroll processing. How to file payroll statutory including P.A.Y.E, N.H.I.F, and N.S.S.F
- I-Tax V.A.T returns. How to prepare V.A.T and Withholding tax returns (W/tax)
- How to accurately prepare year-end statutory accounts
- Filing of the corporation tax return
- How to prepare a set of management accounts
With this in mind,
The competition in today’s job market makes the job of choosing a profession even more difficult. If you are good with numbers, accounting checks all the boxes in terms of salary, growth opportunities and demand for accountants.
Like it or not, you shouldn’t just rely on your education qualifications to secure a good job.
Click here to sign up today for the next Practical Accounting Skills Training and give yourself a chance to experience a fulfilling career in accounting.