Level Two

CARRER ADVANCEMENT

STARTING DATE

Dec 4, 2024

CLOSING DATE

Feb 2, 2025

DURATION

6 WEEKS

TUITION

₦300,000/ $200

MODE OF LEARNING

HYBRID

ABOUT

The Level Two program at Levers Academy is designed for individuals seeking to advance their careers and take on more challenging roles. Through a combination of expert-led sessions, hands-on projects, and real-world simulations, participants will gain the knowledge and practical experience needed to excel in their chosen field.

Who should register?

  • Have completed Level 1 or have equivalent experience in accounting and finance.
  • Are aspiring to advance their careers in accounting, finance, or auditing.
  • Seek to gain practical skills and knowledge to excel in their roles.
  • Want to develop a strong foundation in financial analysis, reporting, and decision-making.

Learning Outcome

Level 2 provides a comprehensive and practical approach to advanced accounting and finance concepts. Key areas of focus include: 

  • Apply advanced accounting principles to complex financial scenarios.

  • Prepare accurate and comprehensive financial statements.

  • Conduct in-depth financial analysis and make informed business decisions.

  • Develop and implement effective financial models and forecasts.

  • Assess business valuations using various techniques.

  • Understand and apply tax laws and regulations.

  • Perform accurate bank and account reconciliations.

  • Apply auditing standards and procedures to conduct effective audits.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve business objectives.

  • Communicate financial information effectively to diverse audiences.

Curriculum

Introduction to Financial Accounting

Financial Statement Analysis

Case Study: Financial Analysis of a Public Company

Basic Financial Statements (Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow Statement)

Ratio Analysis

Case Study: Financial Analysis of a Private Company

Accounting Principles and Standards

Introduction to Financial Modeling

Case Study: Financial Analysis of a Startup

Advanced Financial Accounting

Financial Modeling Techniques

Consolidation of Financial Statements

Forecasting and Budgeting

Intercorporate Investments

Scenario Analysis and Sensitivity Analysis

Business Valuation Methods

Comparable Transaction Analysis (CTA)

Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) Analysis

Comparable Company Analysis (CCA)

ACCOUNTING TRACK

Introduction to Bank Reconciliation

Causes of differences between bank and book balances

Format of a Bank Reconciliation Statement

Posting journal entries to correct cash book errors identified by the bank reconciliation

Preparing a Bank Reconciliation Statement

Preparing a Bank Reconciliation with an overdraft balance

Introduction to Payables (AP) and Receivables (AR) Reconciliation

Purpose of Accounts Receivable Reconciliation

The Process Steps in Account Reconciliation of Payables and Receivables

Challenges of Reconciling Invoices Versus Payment

Typical exceptions that appear during transaction matching and AP/AR reconciliation

Best practices for successful AP/AR reconciliation

TAX TRACK

Introduction to Tax Preparation and Filing

What is New and Filing Requirements

Direct Taxes (Income Tax, Corporate Tax)

Indirect Taxes (VAT, GST)

Preparation of Tax Formula Worksheet Using Excel

Tax Planning and Compliance

Calculation of Other Industry Specific Taxes Filing

Group Project: Tax Planning and Compliance Exercise

AUDITING TRACK

Auditing Standards and Regulations

Auditing Process

Audit Planning and Risk Assessment

Audit Sampling and Testing

Audit Workpapers

External Confirmation

Vouching and Verification

Internal Control Evaluation

Fraud and Responsibility of The Auditor

Specialized Audit Areas

Mock Audit Planning and Risk Assessment

Mock Audit Fieldwork and Reporting

Audit Case Study

Audit Working Papers

Practical Applications and Capstone Project

Facilitators

Payment Channel

Select Level

Level One

CAREER LAUNCH

Perfect for recent graduates and undergraduates ready to launch their careers, equipping them with the necessary skills.

Level Two

CAREER ADVANCEMENT

Perfect for recent graduates and undergraduates ready to launch their careers, equipping them with the necessary skills.

Level Three

CAREER EXPERT

Perfect for recent graduates and undergraduates ready to launch their careers, equipping them with the necessary skills.

Tobi Omolola

Ass. Manager, Accounting & Audit Advisory

Basic Information

Degree

  • University of Lagos: Bachelor’s degree, Accounting
  • Associate Cost and Management Accountant
  • Associate Chartered Accountant

Social Media

Skills

Financial Analysis

Financial Reporting

Financial Modeling and Valuation

Auditing

Strategic advisory services

IFRS

Regulatory Compliance

Abiodun Oyelakin

Investment Banker

Basic Information

Degree

  • Bachelor of Science ,Banking and Finance University of Ilorin, Nigeria
  • Financial Modelling and Valuation Analyst
  • Chartered Institute of Stockbrokers 

Social Media

Skills

Research & Strategy

Macroeconomic Modelling

Financial Modeling and Valuation

Economic Analysis

Team building & Leadership

Time series forecasting

Media Engagement

Financial Analysis & Modelling

Kingsley Uwakwe

Senior Associate, Capital Markets and Accounting Advisory Services

Basic Information

Degree

  • Obafemi Awolowo University, Bsc Accounting 
  • Associate Chartered Accountant

Social Media

Skills

Financial Analysis

Financial Modeling

Treasury Operations and Accounting

IFRS

Tumise Omole

Senior Expert and Projects Lead

Basic Information

Degree

  • Institute, Charlottesville, Virginia, United States.
  • Associateship of the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN)
  • ACCA – Diploma in accounting and business
  • B.Sc. Geography – Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife.

Social Media

Skills

Hyperinflation models

Financial models

IFRS 9 expected credit loss models,

Financial and operational strategy

Comprehensive valuations

Policy and Regulatory framework

Olaolu Femi

Sub-Saharan Africa Economist || Lead Economist & Fixed Income Strategists

Basic Information

Degree

  • Associate Chartered Accountant
  • Chartered Financial Analyst (Ongoing)
  • BS.c Economics , Economics – Oduduwa University 

Social Media

Skills

Economic Research

Econometrics

Financial Modeling

Business Valuations