Online Accounting Classes for Business Owners | Tally Services
One of the main things we hear from small business owners, especially new ones, is that they just don’t feel confident in the accounting side of their business. We get it – it’s complex, and most business owners are good at the service they provide or the product they offer, not necessarily the books. We’ll be the first to tell you – it’s okay! There are plenty of resources for business owners and your teams to teach you the basics of accounting. In this blog, we’re covering some of our favorite online accounting classes for business owners to help you learn the skills you need to manage your business well.
While a degree in accounting is helpful if you’re planning a career in the field, often it’s too much for business owners. You just need to learn the basics in order to manage your business’s finances well… this doesn’t have to take four years. Some of our favorite online accounting classes for business owners include:
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U.S. Small Business Administration: The U.S. Small Business Administration offers a free online Introduction to Accounting course that will give you a good baseline for understanding how to manage the books of your business. Check out this course here and browse all the courses they offer on their website. Your local Small Business Development Center also likely offers free or inexpensive business management and accounting consultations.
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Lynda.com: A popular online learning website, Lynda.com has an impressive array of accounting courses on a variety of topics, depending on what you want to learn. The first month of using this website is free, and many local libraries offer free subscriptions as well. Otherwise, courses can be completed at your speed and are relatively inexpensive. Check out the accounting courses Lynda.com offers here.
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Digital Workshop Center: If you’re just needing a lesson in computer programs such as Excel or QuickBooks, consider a computer education center near you. If you live in Northern Colorado, the Digital Workshop Center is a great resource with quick and affordable computer classes that will help you and your team become proficient in the tools often used in accounting. Check out the Digital Workshop Center here.
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Consider Tally Services: If you’re more of an in-person learner, Tally Services offers one-on-one training for business owners and your employees. We’ll customize our training to meet your needs and help you and your team get the skills you need to successfully manage your books.
As a business owner, it can be overwhelming to learn all you need to know to successfully manage all aspects of your business. If you need help learning more about accounting and bookkeeping, Tally Services is here. We’re available to train you and your staff in accounting practices, systems, and tools available to you to help make your books a breeze. Contact us to learn more about our training services and how we can partner with you to reduce the stress of managing your books.