Course Syllabus
Module 1: Foundations of Accounting
Before diving into taxes, one must master the "language of business."
- Accounting Basics: Definition, objectives, and the accounting cycle.
- The Golden Rules: Understanding Debits and Credits.
- Journal & Ledger: Recording transactions and posting to accounts.
- Trial Balance: Identifying errors and balancing books.
- Financial Statements: Preparing Profit & Loss Accounts and Balance Sheets.
Module 2: Direct Taxation (Income Tax)
Focuses on the laws governing personal and corporate earnings.
- Income Heads: Salary, House Property, Business/Profession, Capital Gains, and Other Sources.
- Deductions & Exemptions: Understanding tax-saving instruments (e.g., Chapter VI-A).
- TDS & TCS: Tax Deducted at Source—compliance and filing returns.
- Income Tax Returns (ITR): Practical training on filing ITR-1 through ITR-4.
- Advance Tax: Calculations and payment deadlines.
Module 3: Indirect Taxation (GST)
A deep dive into Goods and Services Tax, which has revolutionized modern trade.
- GST Concepts: CGST, SGST, IGST, and the concept of "Supply."
- Registration: Who needs it and how to apply.
- Input Tax Credit (ITC): The mechanism of claiming credit on purchases.
- Invoicing: Creating GST-compliant B2B and B2C invoices.
- GST Returns: Monthly and Quarterly filing (GSTR-1, 3B, and Annual Returns).
Module 4: Statutory Compliances & Payroll
Managing the human element and legal obligations of a company.
- EPF & ESI: Employee Provident Fund and State Insurance compliance.
- Professional Tax: State-wise regulations.
- Payroll Processing: Designing salary structures, payslips, and CTC (Cost to Company) calculations.
Module 5: Computerized Accounting (Tally & Excel)
Automation is essential for accuracy and speed in the modern office.
- Tally Prime / ERP 9:
- Company creation and inventory management.
- Voucher entry with GST.
- Generating bank reconciliation statements.
- Advanced Excel for Accountants:
- VLOOKUP, HLOOKUP, and Pivot Tables.
- Financial modeling and data validation.
- Automating reports using macros.