Digital Accounting at Digital Career Institute

Digital Accounting

Full-time | 14 Months | Remote

Ready for Accounting 2.0?

Say goodbye to paper stacks and outdated processes: We will equip you with the essential skills to thrive as an Accountant in the digital age – from mastering Microsoft Excel to automating financial reports with Artificial Intelligence. The course is entirely free with a Bildungsgutschein (education voucher) from the Arbeitsagentur or Jobcenter!

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Key facts overview

01 | Start

13.01.2025

02 | Cost

Free participation with Bildungsgutschein (education voucher)

03 | Requirements:

Confident use of a computer

04 | Duration

12 months course duration + 2 months internship

05 | Location

Anywhere in Germany – courses are online

06 | Language

German (min. level C1)

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Here’s what awaits you

Do you have an eye for detail and a knack for numbers? Are you the go-to person for questions about finances or tax returns? Then turn your talent into a career and become part of the digital transformation in accounting! Our course will teach you how to combine traditional accounting skills with innovative tools, preparing you for the current market demands.

DATEV certificate

As an official DATEV education partner, we also offer you the opportunity to earn two valuable DATEV certificates, which will validate your expertise with the popular software and give you a competitive edge in the job market. After completing the course, you will have immediate access to over 8,800 open positions in accounting!*

* as of August 2024

Hands-on curriculum

With our hands-on curriculum, we will train you to become a digital accounting pro. Over the course of 14 months, you will learn everything you need to kickstart your new career.

**|**Digital Competence

01 | Digital CompetenceEnhance your digital skills by learning to work efficiently on the computer, navigate the internet safely, and master Microsoft Excel. Discover everything from useful shortcuts to creating impressive charts. Additionally, we will explore other spreadsheet programs like Numbers and Google Sheets.

**|**Accounting

01 | AccountingGet to know the principles of accounting and dive into the key areas of bookkeeping. Master everything from accounts payable and receivable to international accounting standards and financial statements.

**|**Controlling

01 | ControllingExplore the fundamentals of controlling, including budgeting, financial planning, and cost accounting. You will learn how to create budgets, develop financial plans, manage risks, and write reports. Additionally, you will gain skills in communicating financial information and managing liquidity.

**|**Digitalisation

01 | DigitalisationThis module provides an overview of the evolving digital landscape in accounting, covering opportunities as well as challenges. You will receive comprehensive training in popular accounting and spend management tools such as DATEV, Xero, and SevDesk, and prepare for your exams in financial accounting and payroll.

**|**Artificial Intelligence

01 | Artificial IntelligenceFamiliarise yourself with the fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and discover its potential to revolutionise the financial sector. Learn how AI is used in accounting for data structuring and error reduction, and how to integrate AI tools into financial processes. Additionally, we will cover the ethical considerations and risks associated with AI usage

| Exam Preparation

01 | Exam PreparationIn this module, you will get ready for the DATEV certifications “Anwender Finanzbuchführung” and “Anwender Lohn und Gehalt.” Additionally, you will complete a Lexoffice self-study course to gain hands-on experience with this popular software.

Career & benefits

To help you jumpstart your career, we don’t just teach you how to become a successful bookkeeping professional. We offer you a full-service experience that includes educational guidance, professional coaching, tutoring, and free tools.

Career Services

Our career services team is here to support you every step of the way, ensuring a smooth transition into the job market. Whether you need help with applications or job searches, we’ve got you covered.

Mentoring & Coaching

The mentoring and coaching sessions aim to maximise your learning progress, unlock your personal potential, and overcome obstacles. Industry professionals will address all your questions and help you develop essential soft skills for your career.

Tutoring

We encourage our participants to learn from each other and provide mutual support. If you’re up for it, we offer you the opportunity to become a paid tutor for your fellow students and help them with their learning.

Online Tools & Hardware

You will receive all the tools needed for learning at no extra cost. This includes a laptop that can be used for private and academic purposes throughout the duration of your course as well as all software required for your studies.

Financial support

If you are unemployed and registered with the Agentur für Arbeit or Jobcenter, the course can be 100% funded through a Bildungsgutschein (education voucher).

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