Format: Live instructor-led online training via Zoom / Microsoft Teams

Accounting for Non-Accountants Training Course

Accounting for Non-Accountants Training Course is a practical and comprehensive professional development program designed to equip managers, administrators, project officers, entrepreneurs, and non-finance professionals with essential accounting, financial management, budgeting, bookkeeping, and financial reporting skills for effective organizational decision-making and operational accountability. The course simplifies core accounting principles and introduces participants to financial statements, cash flow management, budgeting systems, financial analysis, taxation basics, and internal controls without requiring prior accounting knowledge. The training focuses on improving financial literacy, enhancing financial decision-making, and strengthening organizational accountability in both public and private sector environments.

This highly interactive course provides practical knowledge in accounting terminology, bookkeeping processes, financial statement interpretation, cost management, procurement finance, budgeting techniques, and financial compliance systems. Participants learn how to understand and analyze balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements, and expenditure reports while gaining confidence in handling financial information for projects, programs, and organizational operations. The course also integrates digital accounting systems, financial reporting tools, and business financial planning techniques for improved efficiency and transparency.

The Accounting for Non-Accountants Training Course is suitable for NGOs, government institutions, development agencies, corporate organizations, educational institutions, donor-funded projects, and small businesses seeking to strengthen financial accountability, budgeting efficiency, and management reporting systems. Through practical exercises, simulations, and real-world case studies, participants develop practical financial management skills to support strategic planning, resource optimization, and effective organizational performance.

Course Objectives

1. To introduce participants to fundamental accounting and financial management concepts
2. To improve understanding of bookkeeping and financial reporting processes
3. To enhance skills in reading and interpreting financial statements
4. To strengthen budgeting, forecasting, and expenditure management competencies
5. To improve cash flow management and financial planning techniques
6. To develop practical knowledge of cost control and financial accountability systems
7. To enhance understanding of taxation and financial compliance requirements
8. To strengthen financial decision-making and reporting skills for non-finance managers
9. To improve internal controls and fraud prevention awareness
10. To equip participants with digital accounting and financial management tools

Organization Benefits

1. Improved financial literacy among non-finance staff and managers
2. Enhanced budgeting and financial planning efficiency
3. Better financial accountability and transparency systems
4. Improved expenditure control and resource utilization
5. Strengthened financial reporting and compliance management
6. Enhanced collaboration between finance and operational departments
7. Improved decision-making using financial reports and data analysis
8. Better project financial monitoring and donor accountability
9. Increased operational efficiency and cost management capacity
10. Stronger internal control systems and reduced financial risks

Target Participants

• Project Managers
• Administrators and Office Managers
• NGO and Development Professionals
• Entrepreneurs and Business Owners
• Procurement and Supply Chain Officers
• Human Resource Managers
• Operations Managers
• Program Coordinators
• Monitoring and Evaluation Officers
• Government Officers
• Team Leaders and Supervisors
• Non-Finance Executives and Managers

Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction to Accounting and Financial Management

• Fundamentals of accounting and financial management principles
• Understanding accounting terminology and concepts
• Role of accounting in organizational decision-making
• Introduction to bookkeeping and accounting systems
• Financial ethics, accountability, and transparency practices
• Case study on accounting fundamentals in organizational management

Module 2: Understanding Financial Statements and Reporting

• Components of balance sheets and income statements
• Understanding cash flow statements and financial reports
• Reading and interpreting financial performance indicators
• Revenue, expenses, assets, liabilities, and equity concepts
• Financial reporting and compliance requirements
• Case study on interpreting organizational financial statements

Module 3: Budgeting and Financial Planning

• Principles of budgeting and budget preparation techniques
• Operational budgeting and expenditure planning
• Cash budgeting and financial forecasting methods
• Budget monitoring and variance analysis techniques
• Cost control and resource allocation strategies
• Case study on budget planning and financial management

Module 4: Cash Flow Management and Internal Controls

• Cash flow management and liquidity planning
• Managing receivables, payables, and petty cash systems
• Internal controls and fraud prevention mechanisms
• Financial risk management and accountability systems
• Procurement finance and expenditure tracking procedures
• Case study on cash management and financial controls

Module 5: Taxation, Compliance, and Digital Accounting Systems

• Introduction to taxation and statutory financial obligations
• VAT, withholding tax, and payroll accounting basics
• Financial compliance and audit preparedness
• Digital accounting systems and accounting software tools
• Data management and cybersecurity in financial systems
• Case study on taxation compliance and digital accounting transformation

Module 6: Financial Analysis and Strategic Decision-Making

• Basic financial analysis and ratio interpretation techniques
• Profitability analysis and break-even analysis methods
• Financial decision-making for managers and administrators
• Financial sustainability and organizational growth planning
• Emerging trends in accounting and financial management
• Case study on financial analysis and strategic organizational planning

General Information

1. Customized Training: All our courses can be tailored to meet the specific needs of participants.

2.      Language Proficiency: Participants should have a good command of the English language.

3.      Comprehensive Learning: Our training includes well-structured presentations, practical exercises, web-based tutorials, and collaborative group work. Our facilitators are seasoned experts with over a decade of experience.

4.      Certification: Upon successful completion of training, participants will receive a certificate from Foscore Development Center (FDC-K).

5.      Training Locations: Training sessions are conducted at Foscore Development Center (FDC-K) centers. We also offer options for in-house and online training, customized to the client's schedule.

6.      Flexible Duration: Course durations are adaptable, and content can be adjusted to fit the required number of days.

7.      Onsite Training Inclusions: The course fee for onsite training covers facilitation, training materials, two coffee breaks, a buffet lunch, and a Certificate of Successful Completion. Participants are responsible for their travel expenses, airport transfers, visa applications, dinners, health/accident insurance, and personal expenses.

8.      Additional Services: Accommodation, pickup services, freight booking, and visa processing arrangements are available upon request at discounted rates.

9.      Equipment: Tablets and laptops can be provided to participants at an additional cost.

10.  Post-Training Support: We offer one year of free consultation and coaching after the course.

11.  Group Discounts: Register as a group of more than two and enjoy a discount ranging from 10% to 50%.

12.  Payment Terms: Payment should be made before the commencement of the training or as mutually agreed upon, to the Foscore Development Center account. This ensures better preparation for your training.

13.  Contact Us: For any inquiries, please reach out to us at training@fdc-k.org or call us at +254712260031.

14.  Website: Visit our website at www.fdc-k.org for more information.