Course Overview

About This Course

This qualification reflects the role of individuals in the accounting and bookkeeping industry, including business activity statement (BAS) agents and contract bookkeepers; and of those employees performing bookkeeping tasks for organizations in a range of industries. It includes preparing and lodging business and installment activity statements, data processing, monthly reconciliations, preparing budgets, preparing reports on financial performance and the position of the business, preparing end-of-year adjustments, and finalising financial records after year-end. dealing with the Commissioner of Taxation on behalf of a taxpayer in relation to activity statements and other lodgement matters is also a key component of the role that is qualification reflects. Individual in these roles apply theoretical and specialist skills and knowledge to work autonomously, and exercise judgement in completing routine and non-routine activities.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

ACT - Belconnen, ACTCrown Institute of Business and Technology - North Sydney Campus, NSWHurstville Campus - 2 Woodville St, Hurstville NSW 2220Level 11, 307 Pitt St, Sydney NSW 2000BELCONNENNORTH SYDNEYHurstvilleSydney

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

No specific entry requirements listed on the course page.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Graduates of this qualification should be able to work in various accounting job roles with duties such as completing Business Activity Statements (BAS) and lodging taxes, operational reporting, producing non-complex management reports including compiling budget information, compiling data for job costing reports, supervising the operation of computer-based financial systems, classifying, recording, and reporting accounting information, maintaining inventory records, managing a small office, ensuring relevant legal requirements are adhered. Job roles may include Accounts Receivable and Payable Clerks, Payroll Clerks, Bookkeepers, General Clerical Assistants, Trainee Accountants.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

ASQA

Professional Body

CPA Australia / Chartered Accountants ANZ (CA ANZ)

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

CPA / CA ANZ / IPA

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the national course code and CRICOS code for this qualification?

The Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping has the national course code FNS40222 and the CRICOS code 109976E.

How long does it take to complete the Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping?

The duration of the Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping is 52 weeks.

What will I receive upon successfully completing the course?

Students who achieve a 'Competent' result in all required units of study will be awarded the certificate for the qualification. A statement of attainment will be issued for any units in which the student has been assessed as 'Competent'.

How are my tuition fees protected if the institution is unable to deliver the course?

Tuition fees paid in advance by students are protected under the Commonwealth's Tuition Protection Service (TPS), which is a placement and refund service for international students. The TPS acts like an insurance cover for fees paid in advance and is a single mechanism to place students when a provider fails to meet its obligations, or as a last resort, to provide refunds of unexpended prepaid tuition fees.

What job roles can I pursue after completing this qualification?

After completing the Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping, graduates may pursue job roles such as Accounts Receivable and Payable Clerks, Payroll Clerks, Bookkeepers, General Clerical Assistants, and Trainee Accountants.

Application

How to Apply

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Step 01

Enquire

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Step 02

Submit Documents

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Step 03

Get Enrolled

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Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $55,000 to $75,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $75,000 to $95,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $95,000 to $130,000 per year

Career Paths

Graduate AccountantAssistant AccountantFinancial AnalystTax AccountantAuditor

Key Skills

Financial statement preparation and analysisManagement accounting and cost analysisCorporate and personal taxation under Australian lawAuditing and assurance proceduresFinancial modelling and forecasting

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