Understanding accounting software and accounting procedures are key skills for office managers, bookkeepers and others. Understanding business strategy, growth and valuation are concerns of business owners. Burke & Schindler recognizes these needs and offers a variety of training opportunities.
- Peachtree and Quickbooks are the world’s most popular accounting software programs. Their powerful features enable users to generate financial statements, management reports and graphical analysis. We provide an overview to new users or focus on specific issues with experienced users of these software packages. Training can be provided at your site and tailored to the number of users that will be attending.
- Great Plains is a more sophisticated accounting software designed for larger companies with more complex accounting needs. We have substantial experience implementing Great Plains software and training users on specific applications.
- Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access are used by many professionals today. We provide individualized or group training on these applications tailored to your specific needs.
From bank reconciliations to inventory costing, we provide tailored training to accounting and other professionals to allow them to take on new responsibilities or to expand their knowledge of specific accounting areas.
Having assisted countless business owners with strategic initiatives, we have the experience to train entrepreneurs on timely topics, including:
- Selling your business.
- How to maximize selling price and minimize tax.
- Negotiating the best deal with your bank.
- Tax issues affecting owners of LLC and S-Corporations.
- Exit strategies.
Burke & Schindler managers and partners speak frequently to professional organizations on timely accounting, tax and valuation issues. Recent presentations include “Building a durable financial system”, “Valuing your small business” and “Internal control”. Attendance at some of these seminars are limited to group members, while some are open to anyone interested. A fee may be charged by the sponsoring organization.
