Master Sage Line 50 Accounts: A Hands-On Guide to Bookkeeping and Financial Management

What You'll Learn

• How to enter opening balances and set up your Sage system from scratch


• Amend the nominal ledger for accurate record-keeping


• Add new customer and supplier details for streamlined accounting


• Post customer invoices and credit notes to the sales ledger for effective billing


• Post supplier invoices and credit notes to the purchase ledger for easy expense management


• Record supplier cheques and customer receipts to maintain cash flow


• Process petty cash transactions and track minor expenses


• Prepare the VAT return and ensure compliance with tax regulations


• Reconcile the bank to ensure your financial records match actual bank balances


• Post the wages journal and understand payroll accounting


• Make adjustments to accounts and produce month-end reports for accurate financial tracking

Requirements

• Access to any version of Sage Accounts (v7 or later)


• No prior knowledge of accounting required

Description

Welcome to the Sage Accounts course – your hands-on guide to mastering Sage Line 50, one of the most popular accounting software tools used by businesses worldwide.

In this practical course, you’ll learn how to perform essential bookkeeping functions using Sage, from setting up a system to generating month-end reports. With a focus on real-world scenarios, you’ll be given tasks to complete and then walk through the solutions in detailed video tutorials. Whether you're a beginner or experienced with accounting software, this course will help you build proficiency in Sage Accounts, which is crucial for accountants, bookkeepers, and business owners alike.

The course covers:

• Setting up your Sage system


• Posting invoices, credit notes, supplier bills, and cheques


• Reconciliation of bank accounts and preparing VAT returns


• Managing petty cash and understanding payroll processes


• Producing detailed financial reports

Through easy-to-follow tasks and practical assignments, you’ll gain hands-on experience using Sage and develop the skills to confidently manage financial transactions for any business. The course is structured in a way that allows you to work at your own pace and apply the lessons directly to your own system.

This course is perfect if you're looking to:

• Work with Sage Accounts in professional settings or for your clients


• Enhance your CV with Sage software proficiency for accounting or bookkeeping roles


• Gain practical knowledge of Sage for small business management


• Learn how to use Sage if you're already in an accounting or bookkeeping role

The course will take approximately 3-4 hours to complete, and no previous accounting experience is needed. By the end, you’ll have gained the skills equivalent to a Level 2 Certificate in Computerized Accounts, providing you with valuable expertise for both employment and self-employment opportunities.

Who This Course is For:

• Bookkeepers and accountants who plan to use Sage for clients or their business


• Students seeking jobs that require working knowledge of Sage Accounts


• Anyone interested in learning how to use a popular accounting software