If you not making mistakes you’re not learning! - Understanding Journals and Cashbook Corrections Made Simple (Alpha and Omega)

We all make mistakes – it's part of being human. But when it comes to journals and cashbooks, we’re here to help you get back on track quickly and confidently. This course is all about giving you the tools to correct errors and prevent them from happening again. 

Mistakes are a natural part of learning, but it's how we fix them that truly matters. With a bit of reflection and the right steps, you can turn errors into opportunities for improvement. You’ll learn practical strategies for identifying, correcting, and avoiding mistakes, empowering you to manage your records with confidence and precision. 

If you're ready to tackle mistakes head-on, this course will guide you through the process of getting things back on track and ensuring future success. You'll walk away with new skills and insights to help you stay in control and avoid repeating past errors. 

Course Content: 

• What is a journal and why do I need it?  

• When would I use a journal?  

• What are debits and Credits? How do I identify which way round they go?  

• Coded something to an incorrect budget heading (Nominal code / Cost Center)  

• Keyed the incorrect amount or VAT what do I do?  

• Entered to an incorrect cashbook  

Our consultants will navigate you through the errors and help guide you on how to correct, its designed to give you knowledge on how to handle this on your own should the need arise or help a colleague on their journey. 

Product: ALPHA & OMEGA USERS 

Dates: 07th of February 2025 

Time: 10:00 – 11:30 

Trainer: Ray Campbell     

Venue: Online Via Microsoft Teams  

Cost £95.00 per council