Accounting Assistant & Clerk Certificate

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Build the skills and confidence needed to support day-to-day accounting operations.

The Accounting Assistant/Clerk Certificate program in Business Administration prepares you for entry-level roles in accounting and financial operations, where accuracy and attention to detail are essential. You鈥檒l learn how to manage financial records, process transactions and support daily accounting functions.

Coursework focuses on real-world applications such as bookkeeping, accounts payable and receivable and using accounting software. These skills are used across a wide range of industries, including small businesses, corporate offices, healthcare organizations and government agencies.

This certificate is a strong starting point for a career in accounting or a pathway to continue your education in business or finance.

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Your path to a Career in Business Administration

This program prepares students for careers as an accounting assistant in the business administration field.

An Accounting Assistant/Clerk certificate prepares you for entry-level roles supporting financial operations in a variety of business settings. You鈥檒l build the skills needed to manage financial records, process transactions and assist with day-to-day accounting tasks.

These skills are used across industries, including small businesses, corporate offices, health care organizations and government agencies.

The Accounting Assistant/Clerk certificate can typically be completed in three semesters.

Your timeline may vary based on your schedule and course load. Throughout the program, you鈥檒l build practical skills in bookkeeping, financial recordkeeping and basic accounting processes to prepare for entry-level roles in accounting.

This program qualifies for up to $8,000 in tuition assistance.

Potential careers as an Accounting Assistant

Moraine Valley鈥檚 Accounting Assistant/Clerk certificate prepares you for roles supporting financial operations in a variety of business settings. You鈥檒l work with financial records, process transactions and help keep organizations organized and running efficiently.

Accounting Assistant
Bookkeeping Assistant
Payroll Assistant
Audit Support Clerk
好色先生 Records Clerk
Billing Specialist
Accounts Payable/Receivable Clerk
Accounting Clerk

Employment Outlook

About 170,000 openings for bookkeeping, accounting and auditing clerks are projected each year, on average, over the decade.

All of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to other occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

$23.66

Median Hourly Pay with a Bachelor’s

$49,210

Median Annual Salary with a Bachelor’s

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Explore credentials within this program

These degree and certificates are part of the same program and allow you to explore specialized areas, with some designed for graduates looking to advance their skills.

  • Business Administration Associate A.A.S.
  • Business Skills Certificate
  • 好色先生 Services Certificate

Faculty with real-world experience.

Your instructors don鈥檛 just teach the material, they鈥檝e worked in the field. With experience in finance and business administration, they bring real examples and practical knowledge into every class. You鈥檒l learn what to expect and how to prepare for your first role in the field.

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Program Details

View the catalog to explore program requirements, a suggested course sequence and prerequisite information.

ProgramType of CredentialCurriculum CodeDepartment or Division
Certificate1328Business

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