The Certificate in Business Bookkeeping provides a practical foundation in bookkeeping, GST, payroll basics, and financial reporting. Students learn to manage everyday bookkeeping tasks using industry tools…
The Certificate in Business Bookkeeping provides a practical foundation in bookkeeping, GST, payroll basics, and financial reporting. Students learn to manage everyday bookkeeping tasks using industry tools…
Practical, job-relevant skills for these roles. As a professional development course, it builds capability in this field rather than guaranteeing a specific role or salary.
Possible career directions only; no specific job, salary or outcome is guaranteed. Where you go depends on your experience, the employer and your location.
Accounting and Bookkeeping Fundamentals
General Journal
General Ledger and the Trial Balance
Depreciation
Adjusting Entries
Financial Statements
Understanding GST
Fundamentals of Payroll
Accounting with MYOB Business Essentials
Accounting with Xero
Budgeting, Forecasting and Cashflow Management
Using Microsoft Excel
What you’ll typically need to get started.
Requirements can vary by intake and pathway, so submit an enquiry to confirm what applies to you.
Upon successfully completing the course, students receive a Certificate of Achievement from The Career Academy, accredited by ICOES and the CPD Standards Office. The Career Academy is also a member of the International Approval & Recognition Council.
Students have unlimited access to tutor support via phone and email during business hours. Tutors are industry experts and qualified accountants passionate about student success.
The course is fully online and self-paced with 6 months access, allowing students to study whenever suits them around work, family, or other commitments.
A comprehensive set of free e-books is included: The Big Issues in Employment (HR Management), Australian Master Human Resources Guide 11th Ed, Australian Practical Accounting Guide, AU Master Bookkeepers Guide 8th Ed, Australian Master GST Guide 2023 24th Ed, Understanding Accounting Principles, Australian GST Legislation 2024 27th Ed, and Australian Master Superannuation Guide 2023-24 27th Ed.
Includes a free 12-month subscription to BookkeeperHQ, providing on-demand webinar recordings, access to a global bookkeeper community, and up-to-date industry content.
The course is designed to help students apply for junior bookkeeping or accounts roles, support finance tasks in admin or office positions, and gain confidence working with financial data in the workplace.
Free 12-month subscription to BookkeeperHQ, a digital hub for bookkeepers providing…
The Career Academy is an online education provider helping 25,000+ students each year. They offer 100% online, self-paced courses with a 10-day money back guarantee, flexible payment plans (e.g. $25 per week), and unlimited 24/7 support via email and phone. Courses are industry-accredited and cover areas including psychology and counselling, medical reception, bookkeeping, dog grooming, and more. Student stories highlight career changers and upskilling across diverse industries.
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Dedicated career services to help graduates move into work.
Ongoing support throughout your studies, including post-placement support.
The Certificate in Business Bookkeeping provides a practical foundation in bookkeeping, GST, payroll basics, and financial reporting. Students learn to manage everyday bookkeeping tasks using industry tools including Xero, MYOB, and Microsoft Excel. The course is designed for those entering bookkeeping or accounts roles, returning to study, or building confidence in finance-related work.
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Last updated: July 2026