Gulf Accounting

Build an Overseas Accounting Career with Gulf Accounting Courses in Kochi

Gulf Accounting courses in Kochi covering UAE VAT, GCC accounting practices, payroll, and compliance with practical training and certification.

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Syllabus - Modules of Gulf Accounting course

Accordion Content

Module 1: Microsoft Office 365 Fundamentals

Topics Covered:
Overview of Microsoft Office 365 | Cloud-based working concept | Office 365 apps overview | Web vs desktop apps | Microsoft account and licensing | OneDrive integration | Real-time collaboration | File sharing basics | Version control | Microsoft ecosystem overview

Pain Point:
Many professionals use Office tools individually without understanding the integrated Office 365 ecosystem.

How It Helps:
Builds a strong foundation on how Microsoft 365 tools work together in real workplace environments.

Industry Impact:
Microsoft 365 is the standard productivity platform used globally across organizations.

Practical Projects:
Office 365 workspace setup | App integration mapping | Cloud workflow demonstration

Module 2: Microsoft Word – Professional Document Management

Topics Covered:
Official letters | Office memos | Circulars | Notices | Meeting agendas | Letterhead design | Styles and themes | Page layout | Headers and footers | Tables | Images | Watermarks | Track changes | Comments | Mail merge | PDF export | Document protection | Collaboration tools

Pain Point:
Professionals struggle with formatting documents and maintaining corporate standards.

How It Helps:
Teaches standardized documentation methods for professional and error-free documents.

Industry Impact:
Word documentation remains critical for administration, HR, legal, and operations teams.

Practical Projects:
Corporate letterhead design | Official document set creation | Mail merge employee letters

Module 3: Microsoft Excel – Data Management & Reporting

Topics Covered:
Excel interface | Data entry best practices | Cell referencing | Basic formulas | Logical functions | Statistical functions | Text functions | Date and time functions | Data validation | Conditional formatting | Sorting and filtering | XLOOKUP | INDEX-MATCH | Pivot tables | Pivot charts | MIS reports | Dashboards | Data cleaning | Sheet protection

Pain Point:
Manual calculations and reporting errors reduce productivity and decision accuracy.

How It Helps:
Automates calculations, improves accuracy, and enables professional reporting.

Industry Impact:
Excel is the backbone of business reporting and data analysis worldwide.

Practical Projects:
Attendance tracking system | Expense management workbook | Monthly MIS dashboard

Module 4: Microsoft PowerPoint – Business Presentation Design

Topics Covered:
Slide layouts | Themes | Corporate templates | Slide master | SmartArt | Charts | Icons | Infographics | Image formatting | Transitions | Animations | Presentation structuring | Storytelling techniques | Executive summary slides | Data-linked charts | Export and sharing options

Pain Point:
Employees struggle to create clear, professional, and impactful presentations.

How It Helps:
Improves communication through structured design and visual storytelling.

Industry Impact:
Presentation skills are essential for meetings, training, and management reviews.

Practical Projects:
Company induction presentation | Training module slides | Management review deck

Module 5: Microsoft Outlook – Email & Communication Management

Topics Covered:
Email interface | Professional email writing | Folders and categories | Rules and filters | Email search | Calendar management | Meeting scheduling | Shared calendars | Tasks and to-do lists | Follow-ups | Email signatures | Automatic replies | Email security | Integration with Teams and OneDrive

Pain Point:
Inbox overload, missed emails, and poor communication management.

How It Helps:
Organizes communication, improves responsiveness, and reduces email stress.

Industry Impact:
Outlook is the primary business communication tool in most organizations.

Practical Projects:
Professional email workflow setup | Automated email rules system | Meeting and task management plan

Module 6: OneDrive – Cloud Storage & Collaboration

Topics Covered:
Cloud storage concepts | Folder organization | File upload and sync | Sharing permissions | View-only and edit access | Real-time collaboration | Version history | File recovery | Offline access | External sharing | Security settings | Integration with Word, Excel, PowerPoint | Backup management

Pain Point:
File duplication, data loss, and access confusion during team collaboration.

How It Helps:
Provides secure cloud storage and seamless collaboration.

Industry Impact:
Cloud-based document management is mandatory in modern digital workplaces.

Practical Projects:
Department folder structure design | Secure file-sharing workflow | Version control simulation

Module 7: Integrated Office 365 Workplace Workflow

Topics Covered:
Word–Excel–PowerPoint integration | Excel data to PowerPoint charts | OneDrive-based collaboration | Outlook file sharing | Co-authoring workflows | Cloud-based approvals | Best productivity practices | Workplace documentation standards

Pain Point:
Professionals use tools separately instead of integrated workflows.

How It Helps:
Demonstrates real-world Office 365 working methods.

Industry Impact:
Integrated productivity workflows significantly improve efficiency and accuracy.

Practical Projects:
End-to-end office workflow project | Department documentation system | Integrated reporting workflow

Introduction to Accounting

Key Accounting Terminologies | Understanding Accounting: Event and Transaction | Bookkeeping vs. Accounting | Role of Stakeholders in Business | Important Business Terminologies

Types of Business Entities

Sole Proprietorship | Partnership | Company | Formalities and Procedures for Establishing Each Entity

Accounting Principles and Concepts

Capital and Revenue Transactions | Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) | Capital and Revenue Expenditure | Deferred Revenue Expenditure | Capital and Revenue Receipt | Accounting Concepts and Conventions | Double Entry System of Bookkeeping

Classification and Rules of Accounts

Account Definition | Classification of Accounts: Assets, Liabilities, Equity, Revenue, and Expenses | Debit and Credit: Traditional and Modern Rules

Journal and Ledger

Understanding the Journal: Purpose and Preparation | Ledger: Posting and Balancing | Trial Balance: Purpose and Preparation

Cash Book and its Types

Types of Cash Books: Simple, Two-column, Three-column | Understanding Discounts in Cash Book | Day Book Preparation Using Google Sheets

Depreciation and Its Impact

Definition of Depreciation and Its Causes | The Necessity of Charging Depreciation | Factors Considered for Depreciation Calculation | Methods of Depreciation (Straight-line, Diminishing Balance, etc.) | Provisions and Reserves

Trial Balance Preparation

Importance of Trial Balance | Steps for Preparing a Trial Balance

Trading and Profit & Loss Account

Trading Account: Definition and Preparation | Profit and Loss Account: Definition and Preparation

Year-End Adjustments

Adjustments in Final Accounts | Handling Prepaid and Outstanding Expenses | Treatment of Depreciation, Provisions, and Reserves

Balance Sheet Preparation

Structure and Format of a Balance Sheet | Preparation of Financial Statements Using Excel

Accounting Documents

Key Accounting Documents and Vouchers | Purpose of Accounting Documents | Filing and Storing Documents: Best Practices

Industrial-Oriented Journal Entry Practice

Practical Journal Entry Practice Using JET Simulation

Introduction to GCC VAT

Overview of VAT | Concept and Importance of VAT | Objectives of VAT |GCC Countries | Member States and VAT Authorities | Implementation Overview | Structure of GCC VAT | Tax Rates | Applicability.

Types of Transactions in GCC VAT

Taxable Transactions | Definition | Scope | Standard Rated Supplies | Application Examples | Key Details |Zero Rated Supplies | Categories | Compliance Requirements.
Exempt Supplies | Non-Taxable Transactions | Key Scenarios | Out-of-Scope Transactions | Non-GCC VAT Transactions | Classification.

Introduction to UAE VAT

UAE VAT System | Framework and Structure | Governing Authority | VAT Basics | Taxable Persons | Key Definitions | Supplies under UAE VAT | Goods and Services | Applicability.

Bookkeeping and VAT Documentation

Bookkeeping for VAT | Importance | Key Practices | Tax Invoices | Contents | Examples.
Credit Notes and Debit Notes | Purpose | Compliance Guidelines | Audit Trail Maintenance | Role in VAT Compliance.

VAT Registration

Types of VAT Registration | Mandatory | Voluntary | VAT Registration Process | Steps | Documentation Required | Registration Thresholds | Criteria | GCC Country-Specific Thresholds.

Input VAT and Output VAT

Input VAT System | Recoverability | Conditions for Claim | Output VAT System | Calculation | Reporting | Calculating VAT Payable | Input-Output Offset | Refund Procedures

Corporate Tax in GCC

Overview of Corporate Tax | Definition | Importance | Corporate Tax Rates | GCC Country Comparisons | Industry-Specific Applications | Economic Impact of CT | Implications on Businesses | Compliance.

 Economic Substance Regulations (ESR)

ESR Overview | Definition | Importance in GCC | ESR in UAE | Notification Process | Filing and Reporting.

Financial Accounting Framework (FAF)

FAF Overview | Definition | Role in UAE VAT | Tax Compliance Using FAF | Reporting | Record Maintenance.

Excise Tax in GCC

Overview of Excise Tax | Definition | Importance | Excise Tax Rates | Products Covered | Compliance Requirements | Filing and Compliance for Excise Tax | Documentation | Payment Procedures.

Reverse Charge Mechanism (RCM)

Definition and Purpose of RCM | Adjustments in RCM | Applications in GCC.

Profit Margin Scheme (PMS)

Overview of PMS | Purpose | Applicability in GCC | Adjustments in PMS | Compliance Requirements | Record-Keeping Standards.

Advance Receipts and Adjustments

Systems for Managing Advance Receipts | Importance | GCC VAT Implications | Adjustments and Compliance in Advance Receipt Systems | Filing Process | Documentation Standards

VAT 201 Filing

VAT 201 Filing Practical Assignment

Penalties Under UAE VAT

Penalties Under UAE VAT

Corporate Income tax

VAT 201 Filing

Level 1:

Introduction to Tally Prime
Overview of Tally Prime I Installing Tally I Working in Education Mode

Company Creation and Configuration
Creating, Altering, and Deleting a Company I Company Features and Configuration I Practice Question

Accounting Masters – Tally SET 1
Ledger Creation, Alteration, Display, Deletion I Navigation in Tally (Top, Right), Switch To, Go To I Introduction to Chart of Accounts I Master Creation: Ledger, Group (Single and Multiple) I Group Creation, Alteration, Deletion

Inventory Masters
Inventory Master Creation I Alteration and Deletion of Inventory Group, Inventory Category I Unit of Measure, Stock Item, Location I Sub Group, Sub Category in Inventory

Accounting Vouchers

Overview of Accounting Vouchers I Contra, Receipt, Payment, Journal Vouchers I Sales, Purchase, Debit Note, Credit Note I Creation, Alteration, and Deletion of Accounting Vouchers

Practice
Assignments for Ledger, Group, and Voucher Creation

 

Level 2:

Bill-wise Allocation
Understanding Bill-wise Allocation I Bill-wise Allocation of Sundry Debtors and Sundry Creditors

Banking
Bank Reconciliation I Deposit Slip Printing I Bank Payments, Payment Advice I Cheque Numbering in Tally

MIS & Reports
Introduction to Management Information System (MIS) I Dashboard in Tally 4.0 I Adding, Altering, and Deleting Dashboard Tiles I Generating MIS Reports

Data Security
Activation of Security Control in Tally I Creation of Security Levels and Passwords I Tally Vault, Creation of Users I Backup and Restore

Inventory Management
Stock Summary, Godown Transfer I Stock Allocation, Ageing Report

Additional Features in Tally
Credit Limit, Zero Value Voucher I Actual and Billed Quantity Column I Separate Discount Column, Additional Cost of Purchase I Sales Invoice Logo, Banking Details in Invoice I Voucher Class Settings

Batch-wise Details Management
Batch-wise Details in Inventory I Expiry Date Reports I Batch Creation of Stock, Setting Manufacturing & Expiry Dates

Price List

Creating Price Lists in Tally I Setting Prices for Different Stock Items

Purchase and Sales Order Processing
Quotation, Purchase Order, Receipt Note I Rejection Out, Debit Note, Reorder Level I Sales Order, Delivery Note I Rejection In, Credit Note I Outstanding and Pending Reports I

Practice
• Assignments for Practice on  Level 2

Level 3:

Cost Centre and Budget Creation
Creation of Cost Centre and Cost Category I Predefined Cost Centre I Budget Creation and Variance Analysis

Interest Calculation
Debtors and Creditors Interest Calculation I Bank Loan Interest Calculation

Manufacturing in Tally
BOM (Bill of Materials), Standard Price Setting I  Manufacturing Voucher Creation I Additional Cost Management

Multi-currency
Non-accounting Vouchers I Forex Conversion I Generating and Printing Reports

Introduction to UAE VAT
VAT in Tally Prime
Company Creation and VAT Activation I VAT Master Creation I Inward and Outward Supply of Goods/Services I Domestic, Intra, and Outside GCC Reports

VAT Entries
Purchase and Sales of Goods/Services Entries with VAT I Fixed Asset Process and Additional Expense on Purchase VAT I Service Entry, RCM Transactions in VAT I Advance Receipt and PMS Transactions

Import Transactions
VAT Paid to Customs Report Transactions I Tax Payment Reconciliation I

Final Project
Implementing VAT in a Real-world Scenario I Full Project Implementation with VAT in Tally Prime

Level 1: ZOHO VAT TRAINING – GCC Industry Oriented Syllabus

Module 1: GCC VAT Framework & Zoho VAT Ecosystem

Topics Covered:
Introduction to VAT in GCC | VAT implementation in UAE & GCC | VAT authorities | VAT compliance lifecycle | Zoho Finance ecosystem | Role of cloud accounting in VAT

Pain Point:
Professionals understand VAT law but struggle to apply it practically using cloud accounting systems.

How It Helps:
Connects VAT regulations directly with Zoho workflows.

Industry Impact:
Prepares professionals for VAT-enabled accounting roles across GCC SMEs.

Practical Projects:
GCC VAT lifecycle mapping | VAT applicability analysis | Zoho VAT workflow demonstration

Module 2: Zoho Organization Setup & VAT Configuration

Topics Covered:
Organization creation | VAT registration details | VAT TRN setup | Tax preferences | VAT rates | Place of supply | Multi-country VAT overview

Pain Point:
Incorrect VAT configuration leads to wrong tax calculation and compliance failures.

How It Helps:
Ensures accurate VAT setup so transactions calculate tax automatically.

Industry Impact:
Eliminates repeated corrections and audit risk.

Practical Projects:
VAT-enabled Zoho company setup | VAT rate structure configuration | Place-of-supply testing cases

Module 3: Masters, Items & VAT Treatment Control

Topics Covered:
Customer master | Vendor master | Item creation | VAT categories | Zero-rated & exempt | Reverse charge setup

Pain Point:
Wrong master data results in invoice errors and misreporting.

How It Helps:
Creates clean, VAT-compliant master data.

Industry Impact:
Forms the foundation of accurate VAT returns.

Practical Projects:
Customer/vendor VAT master setup | Item VAT mapping | Master audit checklist

Module 4: VAT-Compliant Invoicing & Documentation

Topics Covered:
Tax invoices | Simplified invoices | Credit & debit notes | Reverse charge invoices | Mandatory VAT fields | Invoice numbering

Pain Point:
Non-compliant invoices attract penalties and rejected VAT claims.

How It Helps:
Automates GCC VAT-compliant invoice creation.

Industry Impact:
Ensures audit-safe invoicing.

Practical Projects:
VAT sales invoice creation | Purchase invoice with RCM | Credit note adjustment testing

Module 5: Purchases, Expenses & Input VAT Recovery

Topics Covered:
Purchase bills | Expense recording | Input VAT eligibility | Blocked input VAT | Reverse charge | Adjustments

Pain Point:
Incorrect input VAT claims cause penalties and audit disputes.

How It Helps:
Clarifies recovery eligibility and correct posting.

Industry Impact:
Critical skill for VAT accountants.

Practical Projects:
Input VAT eligibility analysis | Blocked VAT identification | Recovery tracking sheet

Module 6: Bank Integration & VAT Reconciliation Basics

Topics Covered:
Bank feeds | Payment recording | Receipt matching | Bank reconciliation | VAT impact on payments

Pain Point:
Mismatch between bank records and VAT books delays return preparation.

How It Helps:
Aligns payments with VAT transactions.

Industry Impact:
Speeds up VAT closing cycles.

Practical Projects:
Bank vs VAT reconciliation | Payment matching workflow | Exception tracking report

Level 2: ZOHO VAT Advanced (VAT Compliance & Control Level)

Module 7: VAT Return Preparation & Filing Using Zoho

Topics Covered:
VAT return structure (UAE) | Output VAT | Input VAT | Adjustments | Return generation | Filing workflow

Pain Point:
Manual VAT return preparation is slow and error-prone.

How It Helps:
Zoho auto-generates VAT returns from transactions.

Industry Impact:
Essential skill for VAT return filing roles.

Practical Projects:
VAT return generation | Liability reconciliation | Filing simulation

Module 8: VAT Reconciliation, Adjustments & Error Handling

Topics Covered:
VAT reconciliation | Error identification | Amendments | Credit note impact | Adjustment entries

Pain Point:
Unreconciled VAT data leads to penalties and interest.

How It Helps:
Ensures clean reconciliation before filing.

Industry Impact:
Highly demanded skill across GCC finance roles.

Practical Projects:
VAT reconciliation exercise | Error correction entries | Adjustment impact analysis

Module 9: VAT Reports, Audit Trail & Compliance Monitoring

Topics Covered:
VAT summary reports | Audit trail | VAT liability | Compliance dashboard | Record retention

Pain Point:
Lack of compliance visibility creates audit risk.

How It Helps:
Provides proactive VAT monitoring.

Industry Impact:
Improves audit readiness and management confidence.

Practical Projects:
VAT compliance dashboard | Risk exposure report | Period closing checklist

Module 10: VAT Audit, Assessment & Best Practices

Topics Covered:
VAT audit process | Assessment | Penalties | Documentation | Internal controls | Best practices

Pain Point:
Fear of audits due to poor documentation.

How It Helps:
Prepares professionals for audits confidently.

Industry Impact:
Essential for senior finance and compliance roles.

Practical Projects:
Audit readiness checklist | Documentation folder structure | Internal control mapping

Module 11: Capstone Project – End-to-End Zoho VAT Simulation

Scope:
Company setup | VAT transactions | Input recovery | VAT return | Reconciliation | Audit preparation

Pain Point:
Difficulty linking daily accounting with VAT compliance.

How It Helps:
Simulates complete VAT responsibility.

Industry Impact:
Matches real GCC VAT job profiles.

Practical Projects:
Complete VAT return cycle | Reconciliation-to-filing project | Audit preparation file

Module 12: Portfolio Development & Interview Readiness

Focus Areas:
Zoho VAT portfolio | Return explanation | Compliance discussion | AI-assisted VAT handling | Interview preparation

Pain Point:
Candidates cannot demonstrate hands-on Zoho VAT experience.

How It Helps:
Creates verifiable job-ready portfolio.

Industry Impact:
Strong advantage in GCC accounting interviews.

Portfolio Deliverables:
Zoho VAT company setup | VAT invoices | VAT return file | Reconciliation & audit checklist

 



Payroll Management in Tally | Payroll Management in Zoho

Advanced Excel

introduction to Advanced Excel | Excel sheet Creation, edit, save, Folder Creation | Project 1 [Introduction to Excel

Conditional Formatting & Data Validation

Cell reference, Conditional formatting| Data validation| Important functions in Excel, Remove duplicate values, Hyperlink| Filter, Unique, Sort, SortBY, Sequence, Randarray Functions|

Logical & Statistical functions

Logical functions | Sum & Count if functions| Graphics, Print area setup , Camera tool project| Statistical functions, mathematical functions , Date related functions,  Financial Functions| Dsum, subtotal functions, Text functions, Insert object| Data extraction| Averageif& Averageifs.

Advanced Pivot Table

Classic pivot table and chart| Slicers, timelines and calculated fields| Building hierarchies in pivot tables| Advanced Pivot table data analysis

Advanced Formula for Data Analysis

Custom view, Header and footer, Text to column function| Goal seek, Solver, Scenario manager| Lookup| Project| Match and index function, Consolidating data

Advanced Formula for Data Analysis

Sparkline chart, People graph, Data forecast, Import text file| Mail merge, Consolidating data| Form data, Auditing tool, Web data, Speak cell | Macro, Password protection

Data Preparation and Cleaning

Importing data from various sources. | Handling missing values and duplicates. | Using Text-to-Columns and Flash Fill. | Data validation and error checking for quality assurance.|

Date and Time Analysis

Working with DATE, TIME, NETWORKDAYS, and EOMONTH. | Automating rolling date ranges for dynamic reports. | Calculating time differences in hours, minutes, and seconds. | Custom formatting for date and time (e.g., “MMM-YYYY”). | Dynamic date ranges and custom date logic with WEEKNUM, WORKDAY.INTL

Power Query (Get & Transform)

Importing and cleaning data from various sources| Merging and appending queries| Advanced filtering and transforming data

Introduction to Dashboard Design

Understanding the importance of dashboards | Planning a dashboard project| Data visualization best practices| Advanced Charts

 

Why should you choose Gulf Accounting Courses in Kochi?

Skillspark’s Gulf Accounting Courses in Kochi is designed for learners aiming to build accounting careers in GCC countries by mastering region-specific accounting and taxation practices.

Gulf Accounting Course Benefits

The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region continues to be one of the most attractive employment destinations for accounting professionals from India. Countries such as the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, and Bahrain rely heavily on skilled accountants to manage compliance, taxation, payroll, and financial reporting for diverse business sectors.

Enrolling in Gulf Accounting courses in Kochi provides learners with region-specific accounting knowledge aligned with GCC business regulations and taxation systems. Unlike general accounting programs, Gulf accounting focuses on practical exposure to VAT laws, payroll structures, compliance standards, and reporting formats used in Middle Eastern countries.

Skillspark’s training program is structured to prepare learners for real accounting roles in the Gulf by combining core accounting fundamentals with GCC-specific practices.

Course Highlights

Why Choose Gulf Accounting?

Highlights of Gulf Accounting Courses in Kochi

Kochi has long been a gateway for overseas career aspirants, especially those targeting the Middle East. Many accounting professionals from Kerala work in the GCC, creating strong demand for structured Gulf accounting training in Kochi.

Key reasons to pursue this course:
  • Strong demand for accountants in GCC countries
  • GCC accounting rules differ from Indian accounting practices
  • VAT compliance is mandatory across most Gulf countries
  • Employers prefer candidates with prior Gulf accounting knowledge

This course helps learners gain practical readiness before applying for overseas accounting roles.

Who Should Enroll?

This Gulf Accounting courses in Kochi is suitable for:

  • Commerce and accounting graduates
  • Accounting professionals targeting GCC jobs
  • Job seekers planning overseas careers
  • Professionals switching from Indian to Gulf accounting
  • Business owners dealing with Gulf clients

No prior Gulf experience is required, as the course starts from fundamentals.

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Career Opportunities

What’s Next?

After completing this course, learners can pursue roles such as:

  • Gulf Accounts Executive
  • Junior Accountant (GCC)
  • VAT Accounting Assistant
  • Payroll Executive (Gulf)
  • Accounts Assistant in GCC companies
  • Audit Support Executive

These roles are available across construction, trading, retail, hospitality, and service sectors in the Gulf.

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