Michele - Accounting tutor - Auckland
Michele - Accounting tutor - Auckland

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Michele - Accounting tutor - Auckland

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CA with 20+ years experience teaches accounting lessons for NCEA at home

  • Accounting

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About Michele

I spent 10 years working as a forensic and financial accountant for PWC. I also worked 15 years as a financial controller in the private sector. So I've seen exactly how these concepts work in the real world. I teach accounting because I truly believe it’s the language of business. My goal is to help you see past the numbers and understand the 'story' they tell. When that lightbulb goes off, that's why I do this! We won't just memorize formulas. I break everything down into simple steps, focusing on the logic—like using the 'Assets = Liabilities + Equity' equation as our constant guide. If something doesn't make sense, we'll stop and work through a real-life example. Ultimately, I'm here to make sure you not only pass your exams but that you feel confident applying this knowledge. Let's make this subject easy!

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  • Primary school
  • Ordinary Level
  • Form 5
  • +5

    • levels :

    Primary school

    Ordinary Level

    Form 5

    Form 6

    Adult Education

    Bachelor’s Degree

    Master’s Degree

    PhD / Doctorate

  • English

All languages in which the lesson is available :

English

Teaching accounting requires shifting the focus from rote memorization to understanding the logic and story behind the numbers. Here is a structure for delivering effective at-home lessons.

A. The Foundational Framework
I start every lesson by grounding the student in the core principle of accounting.

1. The Accounting Equation (The Constant)

2. The Language of Debits and Credits
I teach the DEAD CLIC mnemonic, which relates them directly to the Accounting Equation


B. Lesson Presentation Methods
1. The Power of the T-Account with visual aids.

Purpose: T-accounts make the dual entry concept immediately visible and intuitive.

2. Real-World Storytelling
Accounting feels abstract until it's tied to real life.
I use a relatable, simple business model for all examples (e.g., a lemonade stand, a freelance graphic design business, or selling items on Trade Me).

3. Step-by-Step Cycle
I break the accounting cycle into distinct phases, focusing on mastery of one before moving to the next:

* Analyze the Transaction (What happened? What accounts are affected?)

* Journalize the Entry (Recording the Dr and Cr.)

* Post to the Ledger (Using T-Accounts to find balances.)

* Summarize on the Trial Balance (Checking the balance: total Debits must equal total Credits.)

C. Tools and Practice
1. Technology for Practice
Instead of relying solely on paper, I use free spreadsheet software (Google Sheets or Excel) to simulate a real-world ledger. This helps the student understand:

* Formulas and calculations.

* The concept of a "balance forward."

* Organization and clarity of financial records.

2. Practice Frequency (Little and Often)
Avoid overwhelming the student with massive problem sets.

Daily Drills: Assign 5-10 small transactions to analyze and journalize daily.

Conceptual Quizzes: Ask "Why" questions (e.g., "Why is Revenue a Credit account?").

The Safety Check: Always have them prove that the Accounting Equation remains balanced after a set of transactions.

By focusing on the balance, logic, and practical application of the dual-entry system, you can make accounting much less stressful and far more understandable for a student.

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Primary school

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Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree

PhD / Doctorate

All languages in which the lesson is available

English

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