Capstone: Accounting Assistant with AI Skills

Breaking into accounting takes more than bookkeeping knowledge—it takes the ability to demonstrate applied skills, use technology confidently, and present yourself as an operations-ready professional. This course gives you a structured, practical roadmap to do exactly that. You'll build a portfolio of accounting work samples—including a complete accounting cycle demonstration, bank reconciliation, and automated spreadsheet tools—that show employers what you can do, not just what you've studied. You'll also develop a job-ready resume using competency-driven language, craft your LinkedIn profile for accounting roles, and prepare for technical interviews with proven response frameworks for real accounting scenarios. From accounts payable and payroll processing to financial reconciliation and month-end close, you'll practice applying your accounting knowledge in realistic workplace contexts. By the end, you'll have the professional assets, interview confidence, and job search strategy to pursue entry-level accounting positions with clarity and purpose

• Build a portfolio of accounting work samples that demonstrate job readiness
• Write a competency-driven resume and optimize your LinkedIn for accounting roles
• Practice technical interview responses for real accounting scenarios
• Apply accounts payable, payroll, and reconciliation skills in workplace contexts

• No deep prior experience is required, but basic computer and internet skills are helpful
• Ability to read course instructions in English and complete short practice activities