Introduction to Tax Accounting Certification

Are you a small business owner or someone looking to improve employee knowledge of the tax system? The Introduction to Tax Accounting Certification offers UK-specific course material, which is designed to provide employees with a foundational knowledge base of the current tax system.

Across 10 modules, this programme discusses a wide range of topics, all intended to equip employees with the required skills, in order to work in a tax setting. It is meant specifically for small and medium-sized businesses.

Update your own skills, or that of your staff, with this easy-to-follow course, or take the first step in training new employees in this exciting field.

What’s covered in the course?

Throughout the 10 modules, the course will cover numerous topics, including:

• The UK taxation system, including the history of taxation and UK regulations and standards;
• UK-specific benefits and how they work, such as Working Tax Credit, Jobseeker’s Allowance, Income Support, Universal Credit and Bereavement Allowance, to name just a few;
• National Insurance contributions and how they impact income tax, as well as specific tax codes and rates and how to submit a self-assessment;
• An overview of various taxation systems, such as business taxes, Value Added Tax (VAT), payroll and wages;
• Information on taxes related to importing and exporting goods and services, including duty relief and how to classify goods;
• Accounts and financial management, which will focus on areas such as double entry accounting, preparation of profit/loss statements and balance sheets and calculating and managing cash flow.

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