Cookie and Privacy Policy
Cookie settings
Cookies necessary for the correct operation of the site are always enabled.
Other cookies are configurable.
Other cookies are configurable.
What is an
educational voucher –
a Bildungsgutschein?
A Bildungsgutschein allows you to train for a new career at no cost to you — the government covers the full course fee
To receive this voucher, you need to meet the requirements set by the Agentur für Arbeit or Jobcenter, which will assess your eligibility
Check if you are eligible for a 100% government-funded training
You have been living in Germany legally for more than 1 year
You have higher education or vocational training
You have a confirmed B1 level of German
You are registered or ready to register at the Jobcenter or Agentur für Arbeit
You are officially unemployed or working in a Minijob
You have higher education or vocational training
You have a confirmed B1 level of German
You are registered or ready to register at the Jobcenter or Agentur für Arbeit
You are officially unemployed or working in a Minijob
If meeting all the conditions above isn’t possible, we offer an alternative payment option
67%
of our graduates land a job within 3 months
7
certificates included in the program
85 %
of our students complete the course on time
We know how to start an accounting career in Germany without any investment
How we help to apply for funding
- Provide a free consultation to check if you meet all the requirements
- Send you the documents about DWW Akademie and the course
- Assign a personal assistant who is available for daily support
- Enroll you in the next available course group after you receive funding
Why become an accountant?
10 000 +
vacancies
€47 000
average salary
No experience
needed
needed
Learn in easy German B1–B2
Comprehensive support
until you land a job
until you land a job
Flexible course — no need to quit
your current job to study
your current job to study
Clear step-by-step program
with intermediate certificates
after each module
with intermediate certificates
after each module
More than a course — your career partners
Course schedule and program
Lohnbuchhalter + Bilanzbuchhalter + Finanzbuchhalter
Learning how to learn: get to know the platform and course materials, understand how the classes will be conducted
Introduction to the accounting profession: an overview of career opportunities, basic math, and digital literacy
Introduction to the accounting profession: an overview of career opportunities, basic math, and digital literacy
- Basics of the German Civil Code (BGB)
- Legal transactions under the BGB
- Managing different types of contracts
- Company management under the BGB
- Basics of business organization and commercial law under the HGB
- Legal aspects of accounting according to the HGB
- Financial reporting under the HGB
- Principles of preparing annual financial statements under the HGB
- Entering company data in DATEV
- German labor law
- Collective agreements and employment contracts
- Basics of social security
- Introduction to payroll taxation
- Personnel management and payroll processing
- Introduction to business accounting (Einführung in das betriebliche Rechnungswesen)
- Accounting and documentation regulations (Buchführungs- und Aufzeichnungsvorschriften)
- Fundamentals of financial accounting (Grundlagen der Finanzbuchführung)
- Procurement and sales management (Beschaffung und Absatz)
- Principles of HR management (Personalwirtschaft)
- Principles of finance (Finanzwirtschaft)
- Fixed assets management (Anlagenwirtschaft)
- Tax-related postings (Buchungen im Steuerbereich)
- Preparing financial statements under commercial and tax law (Abschlüsse nach Handels- und Steuerrecht)
- Performing all these operations in DATEV
- In-depth training in Lohnbuchführung and Buchführung und Jahresabschluss
- German tax legislation
- Classification and principles of taxation
- Legal and administrative tax structures
- Handling taxes and VAT (Umsatzsteuer)
- Conducting tax accounting and preparing tax reports
- Tools of management accounting
- Cost and revenue calculation (Kosten- und Leistungsrechnung)
- Creating management reports
- Liquidity planning
- Data analysis and decision-making
- Principles of accounting under IFRS (Grundzüge der Bilanzierung nach IFRS)
- Recognition and valuation of assets and liabilities (generelle Ansatz- und Bewertungsvorschriften)
- Preparing financial statements according to IFRS requirements
- Enter all incoming and outgoing invoices of a company
- Perform banking and cash operations
- Complete all required year-end accounting procedures
- Prepare a full annual financial statement including VAT
AI in Accounting (KI im Buchhaltungssektor)
Learn how to automate routine accounting tasks and complete them twice as fast.
Analyze financial data, forecast trends, and make strategic decisions with AI.
Master budgeting and financial planning using AI for cost optimization and forecasting.
German Business Culture for Foreigners (Deutsche Unternehmenskultur für Ausländer)
Discover the nuances of intercultural communication in a German office.
Learn stress management techniques and conflict resolution strategies.
German Language for Accountants (Deutschkurs für Buchhalter: Arbeitsmarktintegration)
Improve oral and written communication skills in German.
Develop the ability to interact professionally with colleagues and clients.
Job Search (Jobsuche)
Learn how to find relevant job openings.
Create a strong CV and LinkedIn profile.
Prepare effectively for job interviews.
Learn how to automate routine accounting tasks and complete them twice as fast.
Analyze financial data, forecast trends, and make strategic decisions with AI.
Master budgeting and financial planning using AI for cost optimization and forecasting.
German Business Culture for Foreigners (Deutsche Unternehmenskultur für Ausländer)
Discover the nuances of intercultural communication in a German office.
Learn stress management techniques and conflict resolution strategies.
German Language for Accountants (Deutschkurs für Buchhalter: Arbeitsmarktintegration)
Improve oral and written communication skills in German.
Develop the ability to interact professionally with colleagues and clients.
Job Search (Jobsuche)
Learn how to find relevant job openings.
Create a strong CV and LinkedIn profile.
Prepare effectively for job interviews.
Learning how to learn: get to know the platform and course materials, understand how the classes will be conducted
Introduction to the accounting profession: an overview of career opportunities, basic math, and digital literacy
Introduction to the accounting profession: an overview of career opportunities, basic math, and digital literacy
- Basics of the German Civil Code (BGB)
- Legal transactions under the BGB
- Managing different types of contracts
- Company management under the BGB
- Basics of business organization and commercial law under the HGB
- Legal aspects of accounting according to the HGB
- Financial reporting under the HGB
- Principles of preparing annual financial statements under the HGB
- Entering company data in DATEV
- German labor law
- Collective agreements and employment contracts
- Basics of social security
- Introduction to payroll taxation
- Personnel management and payroll processing
- Introduction to business accounting (Einführung in das betriebliche Rechnungswesen)
- Accounting and documentation regulations (Buchführungs- und Aufzeichnungsvorschriften)
- Fundamentals of financial accounting (Grundlagen der Finanzbuchführung)
- Procurement and sales management (Beschaffung und Absatz)
- Principles of HR management (Personalwirtschaft)
- Principles of finance (Finanzwirtschaft)
- Fixed assets management (Anlagenwirtschaft)
- Tax-related postings (Buchungen im Steuerbereich)
- Preparing financial statements under commercial and tax law (Abschlüsse nach Handels- und Steuerrecht)
- Performing all these operations in DATEV
- In-depth training in Lohnbuchführung and Buchführung und Jahresabschluss
- German tax legislation
- Classification and principles of taxation
- Legal and administrative tax structures
- Handling taxes and VAT (Umsatzsteuer)
- Conducting tax accounting and preparing tax reports
- Tools of management accounting
- Cost and revenue calculation (Kosten- und Leistungsrechnung)
- Creating management reports
- Liquidity planning
- Data analysis and decision-making
- Principles of accounting under IFRS (Grundzüge der Bilanzierung nach IFRS)
- Recognition and valuation of assets and liabilities (generelle Ansatz- und Bewertungsvorschriften)
- Preparing financial statements according to IFRS requirements
- Enter all incoming and outgoing invoices of a company
- Perform banking and cash operations
- Complete all required year-end accounting procedures
- Prepare a full annual financial statement including VAT
AI in Accounting (KI im Buchhaltungssektor)
Learn how to automate routine accounting tasks and complete them twice as fast.
Analyze financial data, forecast trends, and make strategic decisions with AI.
Master budgeting and financial planning using AI for cost optimization and forecasting.
German Business Culture for Foreigners (Deutsche Unternehmenskultur für Ausländer)
Discover the nuances of intercultural communication in a German office.
Learn stress management techniques and conflict resolution strategies.
German Language for Accountants (Deutschkurs für Buchhalter: Arbeitsmarktintegration)
Improve oral and written communication skills in German.
Develop the ability to interact professionally with colleagues and clients.
Job Search (Jobsuche)
Learn how to find relevant job openings.
Create a strong CV and LinkedIn profile.
Prepare effectively for job interviews.
Learn how to automate routine accounting tasks and complete them twice as fast.
Analyze financial data, forecast trends, and make strategic decisions with AI.
Master budgeting and financial planning using AI for cost optimization and forecasting.
German Business Culture for Foreigners (Deutsche Unternehmenskultur für Ausländer)
Discover the nuances of intercultural communication in a German office.
Learn stress management techniques and conflict resolution strategies.
German Language for Accountants (Deutschkurs für Buchhalter: Arbeitsmarktintegration)
Improve oral and written communication skills in German.
Develop the ability to interact professionally with colleagues and clients.
Job Search (Jobsuche)
Learn how to find relevant job openings.
Create a strong CV and LinkedIn profile.
Prepare effectively for job interviews.
Certificates that you will get
after the course
Our courses are AZAV-certified by Certuria
- Ensures high quality and strong practical relevance
- Allows us to issue certificates recognized by employers across Germany and the EU
- Makes you eligible for 100% funding through the Agentur für Arbeit or Jobcenter
Get personalized guidance in a free consultation
We will help you build a career as an accountant in Germany
- Course materials tailored for German B1-B2 levels
- Real-world DATEV practice via interactive live sessions
- Learn from industry experts with hands-on experience in German business
- Industry-recognized certificates and a professional portfolio to boost your employability
FAQ
All you need for a smooth learning experience is:
- German level: B1–B2
- A computer with a stable internet connection
After the course you will get 7 certificates:
- State-recognized German certificate
- Lohnbuchhaltung certificate
- Finanzbuchhaltung certificate
- Jahresabschluss & Bilanzierung nach HGB certificate
- Lexware certificate
- Official DATEV certificate
- MS Office certificate
After completing the course, you will be able to work in various areas of accounting, including:
Financial Accountant (Finanzbuchhalter) – maintaining accounting records and preparing financial statements.
Payroll Accountant (Lohnbuchhalter) – processing salaries and taxes, managing employee-related calculations.
Tax Clerk (Steuerangestellter) – working in the tax field, preparing tax reports.
Balance Sheet Accountant (Bilanzbuchhalter) – preparing balance sheets and analyzing financial data.
Financial Accountant (Finanzbuchhalter) – maintaining accounting records and preparing financial statements.
Payroll Accountant (Lohnbuchhalter) – processing salaries and taxes, managing employee-related calculations.
Tax Clerk (Steuerangestellter) – working in the tax field, preparing tax reports.
Balance Sheet Accountant (Bilanzbuchhalter) – preparing balance sheets and analyzing financial data.
This course is suitable for both people with prior accounting experience and those who are just starting to learn the profession. If you already have some knowledge, you will be able to deepen it and master modern tools such as DATEV and AI-assisted accounting. If you are new to the profession, the course will provide you with fundamental knowledge and practical skills necessary for a successful start in accounting
All you need for a smooth learning experience is:
- German level: B1–B2
- A computer with a stable internet connection
After the course you will get 7 certificates:
- State-recognized German certificate
- Lohnbuchhaltung certificate
- Finanzbuchhaltung certificate
- Jahresabschluss & Bilanzierung nach HGB certificate
- Lexware certificate
- Official DATEV certificate
- MS Office certificate
After completing the course, you will be able to work in various areas of accounting, including:
Financial Accountant (Finanzbuchhalter) – maintaining accounting records and preparing financial statements.
Payroll Accountant (Lohnbuchhalter) – processing salaries and taxes, managing employee-related calculations.
Tax Clerk (Steuerangestellter) – working in the tax field, preparing tax reports.
Balance Sheet Accountant (Bilanzbuchhalter) – preparing balance sheets and analyzing financial data.
Financial Accountant (Finanzbuchhalter) – maintaining accounting records and preparing financial statements.
Payroll Accountant (Lohnbuchhalter) – processing salaries and taxes, managing employee-related calculations.
Tax Clerk (Steuerangestellter) – working in the tax field, preparing tax reports.
Balance Sheet Accountant (Bilanzbuchhalter) – preparing balance sheets and analyzing financial data.
This course is suitable for both people with prior accounting experience and those who are just starting to learn the profession. If you already have some knowledge, you will be able to deepen it and master modern tools such as DATEV and AI-assisted accounting. If you are new to the profession, the course will provide you with fundamental knowledge and practical skills necessary for a successful start in accounting
DWW social networks
© 2026 Digitale Westfälische Wirtschaftsakademie GmbH
Contacts