Entry Level Accounting Academy

Learn the Accounting Fundamentals That Get You Hired and Keep You Growing

From Staff Accountant to Controller Without Years of Trial and Error

The Entry Level Accountant Academy teaches the complete accounting cycle, core principles, and practical workflows that employers expect from Day 1. Built for beginners and career switchers who want to enter the accounting field with real confidence.

Course Description

Course Description

Entry-Level Accountant Academy - Learn How To Perform The Essential Tasks is a practical online course for anyone starting a career in accounting. In just 4.5 hours of video lessons across 3 modules, you'll learn to apply the Accounting equation, record revenues and expenses under US GAAP, and make end-of-period adjustments with confidence.


You’ll also master the Accounts Payable process—from invoice approval to payments—and get hands-on with QuickBooks and automation tools to streamline workflows.


By the end of the course, you’ll be equipped with real-world, job-ready accounting skills that employers value—perfect for students, new hires, or career changers.

Course Details

Course Details

Duration: 4.5 hours

Duration: 4.5 hours

Access Duration: Lifetime

Access Duration: Lifetime

Field of study: Accounting

Field of study: Accounting

CPE Credits - NASBA: 7

CPE Credits - NASBA: 7

Knowledge Level: Basic

Knowledge Level: Basic

Delivery Method: QAS Self-Study (on-demand video lectures)

Delivery Method: QAS Self-Study (on-demand video lectures)

Prerequisites: High school degree or equivalent

Prerequisites: High school degree or equivalent

Advanced Prep: None

Advanced Prep: None

Course outcomes

Course outcomes

Define the Accounting Equation and apply it to the various types of business transactions.

Apply US GAAP principles to revenue and expenses recording.

Identify revenue and cost adjustments at the end of the financial period.

Distinguish between all tasks in Accounts Payable – including vendor invoice recording, approval, and payment processes in an accounts payable system.

Apply Accounting rules in the implementation of systems (QuickBooks) to streamline the financial processes.

Who is this for?

Who is this for?

You're new to accounting, either starting your first role or switching careers. You have some foundational knowledge, but want to deeply understand how accounting actually works in a professional environment before or after you start.

Who is this not for?

Who is this not for?

If you already have 2+ years of accounting experience, you'll likely get more value from the Controller Academy.

Taught by Instructors who worked at

Taught by Instructors who worked at

Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions

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What's the prerequisite for this course?

How does the course work, and how long do I have access?

How does the course work, and how long do I have access?

Is this CPE eligible — and can I get an invoice?

Is this CPE eligible — and can I get an invoice?

What's the refund policy?

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Can I ask questions if I get stuck?

Can I ask questions if I get stuck?

Does this work outside the US?

Does this work outside the US?

Is the content updated — and is 1-on-1 coaching available?

Is the content updated — and is 1-on-1 coaching available?

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Refund Policy

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$239

$239

$299

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This course includes:

This course includes:

4.5 hours of lectures

Excel templates to practice

25+ quizes to practice

7 CPE credits

14-day money back guarantee

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Bundle & Save

Your Fastest Path to the Next Career Level

Our bundles aren’t just discounted course collections. They’re designed around specific career outcomes. So, you always know exactly what you’re building toward.

CFO Track

CFO Bundle

5 courses included

$1,349

$1,820

Save $471

For Controllers and Senior Analysts ready to move into strategic finance. This is the bundle that closes the gap between Accountind and leadership.

Forecasting models & planning frameworks

Decision-support skills CFOs rely on

KPI dashboards & financial metrics

Lifetime access + CPE credits

NASBA accredited

CFO Track

CFO Bundle

5 courses included

$1,349

$1,820

Save $471

For Controllers and Senior Analysts ready to move into strategic finance. This is the bundle that closes the gap between Accountind and leadership.

Forecasting models & planning frameworks

Decision-support skills CFOs rely on

KPI dashboards & financial metrics

Lifetime access + CPE credits

NASBA accredited

Best Seller

Controller Bundle

5 course included

$999

$1,375

Save $376

For Staff and Senior Accountants targeting their first Controller role. Everything you need to operate like a Controller from day one.

Full accounting cycle & month-end close

KPI management & financial reporting

Interview prep & job-ready skills

Lifetime access + CPE credits

NASBA accredited

Best Seller

Controller Bundle

5 course included

$999

$1,375

Save $376

For Staff and Senior Accountants targeting their first Controller role. Everything you need to operate like a Controller from day one.

Full accounting cycle & month-end close

KPI management & financial reporting

Interview prep & job-ready skills

Lifetime access + CPE credits

NASBA accredited

Complete Path

Entire Website Bundle

8 courses — every course included

$1,799

$2,469

Save $670

For ambitious professionals who want the full picture. From accounting fundamentals to C-suite finance leadership. Every course. Every career stage.

Every course on the site — 7 total

Fundamentals through C-suite strategy

Most comprehensive outside a university

Lifetime access + CPE credits

NASBA accredited

Complete Path

Entire Website Bundle

8 courses — every course included

$1,799

$2,469

Save $670

For ambitious professionals who want the full picture. From accounting fundamentals to C-suite finance leadership. Every course. Every career stage.

Every course on the site — 7 total

Fundamentals through C-suite strategy

Most comprehensive outside a university

Lifetime access + CPE credits

NASBA accredited

Controller Academy LLC is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit.

©2026Controller Academy.All rights reserved.

Controller Academy LLC is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit.

©2026Controller Academy.All rights reserved.