MS OFFICE (Excel, Word, Presentation)
Advanced functions and formulas: Knowledge of advanced functions like VLOOKUP, INDEX-MATCH, and conditional statements (IF, SUMIF, COUNTIF) is crucial for data manipulation and analysis. Pivot tables and charts: Being able to create and customize pivot tables and charts.
Document formatting : Mastering formatting features, such as headers, footers, styles, and page layout options, allows you to create professional-looking documents.
Collaboration tools: Knowledge of collaboration features, such as track changes, comments, and version control, is beneficial for working with clients and colleagues.
Mail merge: Understanding how to perform mail merges for creating personalized documents, such as letters or labels.
Slide design and layout: Ability to create visually appealing and engaging slide designs using themes, graphics, animations, and multimedia elements. Storytelling and message delivery: Knowing how to effectively structure and deliver a compelling narrative through visual aids.
Email management: Efficiently managing emails, including organizing folders, using filters and rules, and managing multiple accounts
ACCOUNTING SKILLS
- Bookkeeping: Knowledge of double-entry bookkeeping and experience with recording transactions, managing accounts payable and receivable, and reconciling bank statements.
- Financial Statement Preparation and Analysis: Ability to prepare financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements, to provide clients with an overview of their financial performance. Understanding financial ratios, trends, and analysis to provide valuable insights and recommendations.
- Budgeting and Forecasting: Proficiency in creating budgets and financial forecasts to assist clients in planning and decision-making. Knowledge of budgeting techniques, variance analysis, and financial modeling.
- Taxation: Familiarity with tax laws, regulations, and reporting requirements relevant to the jurisdiction in which you are freelancing. Understanding of tax preparation and filing processes for individuals or businesses, including knowledge of deductions, credits, and compliance.
- Communication and Client Management: Effective communication skills to understand client needs, explain financial information, and provide clear and concise recommendations. Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with clients, ensuring timely and responsive communication.
- Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to identify and resolve accounting issues, interpret financial data, and provide strategic insights to clients.