Bank Accounting Boot Camp – 5 Part Series
This learning experience is designed for bankers, accountants and auditors new to banking or the accounting department and those seeking a refresher course on the basic accounting concepts targeted for the activities of a financial institution.
Included Webinars
- Bank Accounting Boot Camp Part 1
- Bank Accounting Boot Camp Part 2
- Bank Accounting Boot Camp Part 3
- Bank Accounting Boot Camp Part 4
- Bank Accounting Boot Camp Part 5
Series Details
Bank Accounting Boot Camp Part 1
Recorded January 20, 2026
The first webinar will explain general accounting practices, including double-entry accounting, the general ledger, and U.S. GAAP. It will cover financial statements typically prepared by banks and the impact of journal entries on GL accounts. This part will also focus on accounting for cash and amounts due from correspondent banks. Accounting entry examples and exercises will be provided.
Bank Accounting Boot Camp Part 2
January 23, 2026 | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm CT
The second webinar will focus on accounting for investment securities and the bank’s loan portfolio, including premiums, discounts, unrealized gains/losses, and accruals into the allowance for loan losses. Related income and expenses flowing through the income statement will also be covered. Accounting entry examples and exercises will be provided.ed.
Bank Accounting Boot Camp Part 3
January 28, 2026 | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm CT
The third webinar will cover non-interest-bearing assets such as premises and equipment, other real estate owned, and prepaid expenses, along with associated income statement expenses. It will also include a discussion on official checks and the debits/credits that keep official check accounts in balance. Accounting entry examples and exercises will be provided.
Bank Accounting Boot Camp Part 4
January 30, 2026 | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm CT
The fourth webinar will cover interest-bearing liabilities, including deposits, borrowings, and debt, and the associated interest expenses. Topics include capitalization of interest payable on deposit accounts, handling debt issuance costs, and accruing for future expenditures and contingencies. Accounting entry examples and exercises will be provided.
Bank Accounting Boot Camp Part 5
February 4, 2026 | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm CT
The fifth webinar will focus on the equity section of an institution’s balance sheet, including common equity instruments and rolling forward net income or losses. It will also cover accounting for common transactions between a bank and its holding company. Accounting entry examples and exercises will be provided.
Who Should Attend
The learning experience is designed for those who are new to bank accounting, bank auditing or those who are looking for a refresher on the accounting practices and basic components of the balance sheet and income statement of a financial institution. Time should be allowed for post-session follow up work on accounting exercises provided as part of the learning experience. The presentation information and extensive exhibit take-aways contribute significantly to the learning experience and provide a source for future refence on the accounting topics covered.
