Cloudstaff Academy

MARCH:

Coffee Sessions: Working Across Cultures

Join us from March to May for a series of coffee sessions with a variety of panelists to help Philippines team members to:

1. Increase knowledge of your clients' culture whether that be US or AU.
2. Consider how to adjust your style to improve the service you provide for your US or AU client and end customer.

There are two streams, the US stream and the AU stream. Choose the one where you provide your majority service.

Time commitment: 45 mins
Investment: $0 - your time only
Location: Virtual
Join a session by accepting the general meeting request that will be sent
Date: Every 2nd and 4th Wed of March, April, and May 2025
Time: During your lunch break

Australian Accounting: BAS Preparation

This 2-hour virtual training is designed to explain the BAS process, equipping participants with the knowledge and practical skills to complete and lodge BAS forms confidently. From understanding its components to handling updates in requirements.

• Introduction to BAS
• Understanding BAS Components
• Preparing for BAS Lodgment
• Completing the BAS Form
• Lodging the BAS
• Payment or Refund
• Practical Case Studies and Examples

Time commitment: 2 hours
Investment: AUD$60
Location: Virtual

Date: March 3, 2025
Time: 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Australian Accounting: BAS Preparation

This 2-hour virtual training is designed to explain the BAS process, equipping participants with the knowledge and practical skills to complete and lodge BAS forms confidently. From understanding its components to handling updates in requirements.

• Introduction to BAS
• Understanding BAS Components
• Preparing for BAS Lodgment
• Completing the BAS Form
• Lodging the BAS
• Payment or Refund
• Practical Case Studies and Examples

Time commitment: 2 hours
Investment: AUD$60
Location: Virtual

Date: March 10, 2025
Time: 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM

QuickBooks Online Series Part 1

This 4-hour virtual course is designed for accountants new to QuickBooks Online (QBO) or with basic knowledge. Through a blend of theoretical insights and practical exercises, you'll gain essential skills to navigate and utilize QBO effectively in your practice.

• Signing Up for a Free Trial: Set up your QuickBooks Online account using the free trial.
• Navigation and Customization: Learn to navigate and customize the QBO interface for a personalized workflow.
• Chart of Accounts: Set up and manage your Chart of Accounts to organize financial data.
• Sales and Invoices: Manage sales processes and create professional invoices to streamline billing.
• Bills and Expenses: Track and manage your business expenses and bills efficiently.

Time commitment: 4 hours
Investment: USD$55/AUD$90
Location: Virtual

Date: March 7, 2025
Time: 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM

QuickBooks Online Series Part 2

This course is designed for accountants looking to deepen their proficiency in QuickBooks Online (QBO). In this 4-hour virtual session, you will explore advanced features and techniques to optimize your accounting processes.

• Categorizing, Bank Rules, and Bank Feeds: Streamline transaction processing with efficient categorization and automation.
• Reconciliation: Ensure accuracy by mastering bank reconciliation processes.
• Reports: Generate and customize reports for insightful financial analysis.

Time commitment: 4 hours
Investment: USD$55/AUD$90
Location: Virtual

Date: March 14, 2025
Time: 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM

USA Tax Depreciation

This course is tailored for accountants and tax professionals who need to understand the intricacies of asset depreciation for tax purposes in the United States. This course provides a comprehensive understanding of how businesses can optimize their tax reporting through effective depreciation strategies.

This online training delivers in-depth knowledge about asset depreciation for tax purposes, enhanced by practical, real-world examples. Applying these strategies can significantly improve your understanding and effectiveness in tax reporting and business outcomes.

Time commitment: 2 hours
Investment: USD$40
Location: Virtual

Date: March 28, 2025
Time: 9:00 PM to 11:00 PM

Excel Training (Part 1 - Excel Fundamentals & Productivity Tool)

This 2-hour virtual Excel training is designed to equip participants with essential Excel skills to improve efficiency and accuracy in handling financial data.

• Excel Basics & Navigation
• Data Entry & Formatting
• Essential Formulas & Functions
• Data Validation & Error Handling
• Sorting & Filtering Data
• Introduction to PivotTables & Charts

Time commitment: 2 hours
Investment: AUD$60
Location: Virtual

Date: March 31, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM

MAY:

Coffee Sessions: Working Across Cultures

Join us from March to May for a series of coffee sessions with a variety of panelists to help Philippines team members to:

1. Increase knowledge of your clients' culture whether that be US or AU.
2. Consider how to adjust your style to improve the service you provide for your US or AU client and end customer.

There are two streams, the US stream and the AU stream. Choose the one where you provide your majority service.

Time commitment: 45 mins
Investment: $0 - your time only
Location: Virtual
Join a session by accepting the general meeting request that will be sent
Date: Every 2nd and 4th Wed of March, April, and May 2025
Time: During your lunch break