Building a career in bookkeeping or payroll? This training builds the practical skills needed for everyday work with DATEV Financial Accounting, DATEV Payroll, and Microsoft Excel – ready to apply from day one.
A modular design makes it easy to tailor the programme to existing knowledge and individual goals. Whether starting out, switching careers, or deepening commercial expertise – the course adapts to where participants are.
From organised table management to data analysis and clear reporting: Excel skills applied directly to finance and accounting tasks. Real-world examples from the workplace show how the tool adds value every day.
Certification: New Horizons certificate of participation
Accounting processes, charts of accounts, and business evaluations in DATEV – structured and hands-on. Participants build the confidence to work independently with the software in daily operations.
Certification: DATEV Financial Accounting
From legal frameworks and payroll processes to hands-on use of DATEV Payroll – compact and action-oriented. The course builds the skills needed for accurate, reliable payroll administration.
Certification: DATEV Payroll
- CRM Finance/Controlling: Explore the fundamentals and applications of CRM systems within finance and controlling environments.
- Fundamentals of Accounting: An introduction to bookkeeping principles and financial statements for business roles.
- Microsoft Power BI: Create interactive dashboards and reports to visualise and analyse financial data clearly.
- Microsoft Word / Outlook / PowerPoint: Build confidence with the core Office applications used in professional communication.
- Business English: Develop language skills for effective communication in international business contexts.
Start date: Individual entry is possible at any time
Duration: 2.5 months full-time; part-time is possible, and the total duration extends accordingly. Duration may vary by location.
Format: Online live classes form the core of the training. A structured preparation phase for course content and exams follows. Personal mentors provide individual support throughout.
Location: At the New Horizons Training Center or remotely from home.
Target group:
Those looking to work in financial accounting or payroll will benefit most. The programme also suits roles in general administration, commercial departments, and HR.
Prerequisite:
No specialist background is required – basic familiarity with bookkeeping is an advantage. Competent computer use and everyday-level German language skills are expected.
Funding:
The Employment Agency can cover 100% of course costs through an education voucher. Employees may also access funding under the Qualification Opportunities Act. Additional support is available for those on short-time work schemes.
We are AZAV certified
As an AZAV-certified provider, we deliver recognised, high-quality training programmes. Each learning strategy is tailored to support long-term career development. The training plan is flexible and adapts to personal goals and schedules.
Up to 100% funding for your continuing education
Attractive funding opportunities are available for numerous continuing education programs – depending on the funding program, up to 100% funding is possible.
The requirement is that you live or work in Germany. Our funding opportunities are not available outside of Germany.
Funding opportunities are available for career starters, job seekers, career changers, startups, experienced professionals, those seeking career advancement, and specialists.
