Bookkeeping Essentials
Master the fundamentals of double-entry accounting and daily transaction management with a hands-on, step-by-step curriculum.
- Debits, credits and the chart of accounts
- Recording sales, bills and payments
- Bank reconciliations
$0 Free training for mothers
Unlocking potential for every mother.
The Mana Moore Foundation provides free accounting and tax prep training, empowering mothers to build financial independence and secure their futures through specialized professional education.
- Free training
- Job placement
- Community support
- Registered 501(c)(3)
Sample lesson · Bookkeeping Essentials
Recording a client payment
A client pays a $1,250 invoice by bank transfer. Which accounts move?
| Account | Debit | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| Cash – Operating | 1,250.00 | |
| Accounts Receivable | 1,250.00 | |
| Totals | 1,250.00 | 1,250.00 |
✓Debits equal credits. The entry balances.
Our mission
Skills, a job and a community behind you.
We are dedicated to providing free training, job placements and community support for mothers in the financial sector. Our goal is to give you the skills and confidence to thrive in your career while nurturing your family.
TrainingFree, hands-on courses in bookkeeping, accounting and tax.
PlacementHelp moving from the classroom into paid finance work.
CommunityOther mothers on the same path, cheering you on.
Programs
Specialized training that builds from the ground up.
Free, high-quality programs designed to give mothers the financial literacy and professional skills needed for a career in finance.
Advanced Accounting
Deepen your expertise with modules covering balance sheets, income statements and financial reporting for small businesses.
- Building a balance sheet
- Income statements and month-end close
- Small business financial reporting
Tax Preparation
Learn to navigate tax rules and prepare accurate returns for yourself and your family with confidence.
- How individual returns are built
- Income, deductions and credits
- Preparing and reviewing a return
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How it works
From first lesson to first paycheck.
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Train
Work through your track at a pace that fits family life.
Get placed
We help connect you with job opportunities in the financial sector.
Stay connected
Keep learning and leaning on a community of mothers in finance.
Our roots
Born from the heart of Moore Medical Accounting.
We believe financial independence is the first step toward true empowerment. By bridging the gap between accounting expertise and community support, we give mothers the specialized training and job placements they need to thrive in their careers.
The foundation draws on the experience of Moore Medical Accounting, a women-led CPA firm.
Empowering mothers isn't just about financial literacy. It's about unlocking the potential to build a life of independence and purpose.
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Whether you're a mother looking for new skills or a partner who wants to support the mission, there's a place for you here.
For mothers
- Free training in bookkeeping, accounting or tax
- Help finding work in the financial sector
- A supportive community of mothers
For partners
- Employers hiring bookkeepers and tax staff
- Finance professionals who want to mentor or teach
- Sponsors, donors and fundraiser hosts (see below)
Registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit
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