Bookkeeping Basics: Start yout U.S. remote career

4.4 / 5

Duration:
7:03:49
Category:
Accounting
Language:
Spanish
Price:
$20

At The A Career, we believe that theoretical knowledge is not an obstacle: it is the foundation. Without understanding the “why” behind every entry, no technological tool, not even QuickBooks, can truly make sense. With this course, we aim to train competent, reliable bookkeepers for the U.S. job market. Starting from the fundamentals, you will build a solid accounting foundation that will enable you to record, classify, and organize companies’ financial information under two of the world’s most important accounting frameworks: US GAAP (the accounting standard used in the United States) and IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards, adopted by multinational companies and businesses with Latin American roots operating in the U.S.). This course is the first step in a professional path that leads to mastering QuickBooks Online and developing the skills needed to work remotely for businesses.

REQUIREMENTS

Basic computer skills and proficiency with office tools such as Word, Excel, and email.
Ability to read and understand professional-level texts in Spanish.
English knowledge. English proficiency makes it easier to understand industry terminology and is essential for accessing job opportunities in the United States.
Willingness to learn independently and commitment to completing the practical activities in each module.

OBJECTIVE

Understand the role of a bookkeeper within a company’s financial structure and how it differs from that of a CPA (Certified Public Accountant).
Identify and apply fundamental accounting principles under US GAAP and IFRS, understanding their key differences and how each framework affects transaction recording for companies operating in the United States.
Accurately and consistently record financial transactions using the double-entry accounting system (debits and credits).
Prepare the General Journal, General Ledger, Trial Balance, and adjusting entries at the end of each accounting period.
Properly classify assets, liabilities, and equity accounts on the Balance Sheet, including the basic treatment of depreciation.
Recognize, classify, and record revenue and expenses using the accrual method under US GAAP and IFRS, including deferred revenue, prepaid expenses, and differences in revenue recognition between the two frameworks.
Prepare the three main financial statements: the Income Statement, Balance Sheet, and a basic introduction to the Statement of Cash Flows.
Interpret the information presented on the Balance Sheet to communicate basic liquidity and debt indicators to management.

STUDENT PROFILE

Accountants and bookkeepers with limited experience: Professionals with basic or intermediate accounting knowledge who want to focus and update their skills for bookkeeping under U.S. accounting standards (US GAAP and IFRS).
Business administrators and professionals in related fields: Individuals with a background in business administration, finance, or business management who want to develop the technical foundations of bookkeeping.
Accounting, Business Administration, and related-field students: Advanced students who want to complement their academic education with a practical approach focused on the U.S. market.
Professionals looking to change careers: Individuals willing to build a solid accounting foundation from scratch with the goal of pursuing opportunities in the U.S. market.

POSITIONS YOU COULD APPLY FOR AFTER COMPLETING THIS COURSE

Bookkeeping Assistant
Accounting Assistant
Accounts Receivable Assistant
Accounts Payable Assistant
Junior Accounting Clerk
Remote Bookkeeper
Finance Assistant

Módulo 1

¿Qué es el Bookkeeping y por qué importa?

1 Introducción
2 ¿Qué es la contabilidad?
3 ¿Qué es el bookkeeping?
4 Importancia del bookkeeping
5 Bookkeeping vs. contabilidad: ¿son lo mismo?
– Video explicando la Practica 1?

Módulo 2

Fundamentos de la Contabilidad

7 ¿Qué es la contabilidad y cuál es su lenguaje?
8 Elementos fundamentales
9 Principios contables: IFRS y US GAAP
10 Las cuentas contables y el catálogo de cuentas
11 Documentos fuente en el bookkeeping
12 El flujo de trabajo del bookkeeper

Módulo 3

La Ecuación Contable y la Partida Doble

14 La ecuación contable: Activo = Pasivo + Capital
15 El sistema de partida doble: débito y crédito
16 El libro diario y el libro mayor
17 El balance de comprobación

Módulo 4

El Ciclo Contable

19 Visión general del ciclo contable
20 Identificación y registro de transacciones
21 Asientos de ajuste
22 Cierre de libros
23 Preparación de estados financieros básicos

Módulo 5

Activos, Pasivos y Capital

25 Activo circulante o corriente: efectivo, banco, cuentas por cobrar e inventarios
26 Activo no circulante: propiedad, equipo y depreciación
27 Pasivos: cuentas por pagar y préstamos
28 Capital contable: aportaciones, retiros y utilidades retenidas

Módulo 6

Ingresos, Gastos y Estado de Resultados

30 Reconocimiento y clasificación de ingresos
31 Reconocimiento y clasificación de gastos
32 Preparación del estado de resultados
33 Casos especiales: ingresos diferidos y gastos prepagados

Módulo 7

El Balance General

35 Estructura y propósito del balance general
36 La sección de activos
37 Pasivos y capital en el balance general
38 Lectura e interpretación básica

M. Sc. Paula Cristina Labarca Guerra
Contador Público Colegiado (CPA) | Magíster en Gerencia Tributaria | Directora Financiera

Paula Cristina Labarca Guerra is a Venezuelan Certified Public Accountant (CPA) with a master’s degree in Tax Management, whose professional career spans both Venezuela and the U.S. job market. Since 2022, she has been part of the Superior CS Group team, where she started as a bookkeeper and has risen to the position of Chief Financial Officer and Project Manager, leading teams of bookkeepers and overseeing the accounting and finance departments of multiple corporate clients in the U.S.

In her current role, Paula manages intercompany processes, oversees accounts receivable and accounts payable portfolios, and coordinates remote teams in accordance with US GAAP and IFRS standards. She also plays an active role in recruiting, evaluating, and training new bookkeepers for the company’s clients.

Before joining Superior CS Group, she worked independently as an accounting and tax consultant for a portfolio of medium-sized companies and served as General Manager at companies in the commercial and port sectors in Venezuela, with direct responsibility for human resources, billing, collections, and accounting.

Areas of Expertise

Bookkeeping and full accounting cycle under US GAAP and IFRS
Financial management and leadership of accounting departments
Tax management and tax compliance
Remote team leadership and project management
Recruiting and training accounting talent

Representative Projects / Roles

Chief Financial Officer & Project Manager — Superior CS Group (2022 – present)
General Manager — Venezolana de Servicios Portuarios, C.A. (2019 – 2021)
General Manager — Home Design HD Venezuela, C.A. (2018 – present)
Independent Practice — Accounting and tax consulting for a portfolio of medium-sized companies (2004 – 2018)

Education

Bachelor of Public Accounting — Dr. Rafael Belloso Chacín University
M.Sc. in Tax Management — Dr. Rafael Belloso Chacín University

Do I need prior accounting experience to take this course?

No prior accounting experience is required. The course is designed to take you from the fundamentals—what bookkeeping is and how it differs from accounting—to the practical application of the complete accounting cycle.

What is the difference between an accountant and a bookkeeper?

The main difference is that a bookkeeper records daily financial transactions, while an accountant analyzes that information to provide strategic and tax advice. The course specifically covers the role of a bookkeeper within a company’s financial structure and how it differs from other accounting professionals, including a CPA (Certified Public Accountant). You will learn about a bookkeeper’s responsibilities and how they contribute to recording and organizing a company’s financial information.

Does this course prepare me to work with companies in the United States?

Yes. You will learn accounting principles under the standards used in the U.S. (US GAAP), as well as the fundamentals of IFRS, allowing you to manage financial records according to the accounting standards used by U.S. companies.

What software will I use during the course?

The course focuses on the core concepts of bookkeeping, including the accounting equation, double-entry accounting, the general journal, general ledger, and financial statements. You will primarily use Excel to practice recording transactions and completing accounting cycle exercises.

What is the estimated weekly workload?

The course combines theory and practice, and you can progress at your own pace with no time limit. It consists of 7 modules covering everything from the fundamentals to the preparation and interpretation of financial statements.

Will I receive a certificate upon completion?

Yes. After completing all course activities, you will receive a The A Career certificate recognizing your knowledge of bookkeeping and basic accounting under standards used in the U.S.

What if I don’t have a college degree?

You can take the course without a university degree. No specific degree is required, although basic math skills and familiarity with organizing data in Excel can make the learning process easier.

Is the course more theory-based or practice-based?

It offers a balance of both. You will learn the theoretical foundations of accounting—including accounting principles, the accounting equation, and double-entry accounting—and apply them through practical exercises involving transaction recording and financial statement preparation.

What level of English do I need?

The course is taught in Spanish, but having some knowledge of English will make it easier to understand certain industry terminology. English is also important for pursuing future job opportunities in the United States.

Will this course help me find a job?

The goal of the course is to prepare you with the technical knowledge required for bookkeeping roles. After completing it, you can add the skills and knowledge you have gained to your portfolio and résumé when applying for positions such as Bookkeeper, Junior Accountant, or Accounting Assistant with U.S. or remote companies.

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