A practical, online accounting program covering bookkeeping, payroll, GST, and software skills, with an ICOES and CPD-endorsed Certificate of Achievement.
A practical, online accounting program covering bookkeeping, payroll, GST, and software skills, with an ICOES and CPD-endorsed Certificate of Achievement.
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.
Topic 1Accounting and Bookkeeping FundamentalsTopic 2General JournalTopic 3General Ledger and the Trial BalanceTopic 4DepreciationTopic 5Adjusting EntriesTopic 6Financial StatementsTopic 7Understanding GSTTopic 8Fundamentals of Income TaxTopic 9Accounting with XeroTopic 10Accounting with MYOB Business EssentialsTopic 11Budgeting, Forecasting and Cashflow ManagementTopic 12Financial Statement AnalysisTopic 13Using Microsoft ExcelTopic 14Accounting & Business Prior Knowledge QuizTopic 15Accounting and BusinessTopic 16Determining ProfitTopic 17Issues in Income Determination & Asset ValuationTopic 18Tracking Cash & Controlling AssetsTopic 19Internal Decision MakingTopic 20Analysing Financial ReportsTopic 21Cost ClassificationTopic 22Costing MethodsTopic 23Product & Process CostingTopic 24Standard Costs & Variance AnalysisTopic 25Activity Based CostingTopic 26Budgeting & CVP AnalysisTopic 27Performance Management & MeasurementTopic 28Inventory Management & PlanningTopic 29Financial Reporting Framework – Part 1Topic 30Financial Reporting Framework – Part 2Topic 31Financial Reporting Framework – Part 3Topic 32Verification, Completeness & JustificationTopic 33Accounting for a Full Year Case StudyTopic 34Looking Forward Case StudyTopic 35Introduction to the Accounting ProfessionTopic 36Ethics and StandardsTopic 37Professional EducationTopic 38Practice EssentialsTopic 39Practice SecurityTopic 40People and ProcessesTopic 41Growing your BusinessTopic 42Digital BusinessTopic 43Sustaining Your BusinessWhat 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.
Unlimited access to tutor support via phone and email during business hours. Tutors are qualified CPAs and experienced accounting professionals.
Study 100% online at your own pace with 18 months of course access, allowing you to balance study with work and personal commitments.
Through a special partnership with Xero, students can gain access to the official Xero Advisor Certification.
Students receive six months of free access to MYOB Business Essentials through The Career Academy's partnership with MYOB.
Course includes free access to multiple e-books including the Australian Practical Accounting Guide, AU Master Bookkeepers Guide (8th Ed), Australian Master GST Guide 2023, and HR management titles.
The program prepares students for roles such as Accounting Technician, Bookkeeper, and Finance Support Officer, with structured pathways aligned to professional accounting environments.
Certified Accounting Technician graduates enjoy IPA membership benefits including CPD webinars, networking opportunities with accountants, bookkeepers and tax agents, and discounts to IPA events.
Through The Career Academy's partnership with MYOB, students receive six months free…
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.
A few simple steps from enquiry to your first day.
Dedicated career services to help graduates move into work.
Ongoing support throughout your studies, including post-placement support.
This program is delivered by The Career Academy and covers the core skills working accountants use every day. Students move through bookkeeping, payroll, GST and BAS reporting, financial administration, and accounting software, with around 400 hours of study across 18 months of course access.
Practical software training is built in. Students can gain the official Xero Advisor Certification through a partnership with Xero, and receive six months of free MYOB Business Essentials access. Course materials include several e-books: the Australian Practical Accounting Guide, the AU Master Bookkeepers Guide (8th Ed), and the Australian Master GST Guide 2023.
Support is unlimited, tutors are qualified CPAs and experienced accounting professionals, available by phone and email during business hours. The program suits career changers, small business owners, and anyone building a foundation in accounting and finance.
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Last updated: July 2026