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Build Accounts Administration and Payroll Skills Online

Study accounts administration and payroll entirely online, at your own pace, and earn an ICOES and CPD-accredited Certificate of Achievement.

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What You Get

Everything That Comes With This Course

Industry-Accredited Certificate of Achievement

Upon successfully completing the course, students are awarded 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.

Unlimited Tutor Support

Students have unlimited access to tutor support via phone and email during business hours. Tutors are qualified accounting and administration professionals passionate about student success.

100% Online Self-Paced Study

Study entirely online at your own pace with 18 months access. Designed to fit around work, family, and daily life with no exams.

Free E-Books Included

Five professional reference e-books are included: The Big Issues in Employment (2nd Ed.), Australian Master Human Resources Guide (11th Ed.), Australian Practical Accounting Guide, AU Master Bookkeepers Guide (8th Ed.), and Australian Master GST Guide 2023 (24th Ed.).

Xero Advisor Certification Access

Through The Career Academy's partnership with Xero, students can gain access to the official Xero Advisor Certification.

Six Months Free MYOB Access

Students receive six months of access to MYOB Business Essentials software through The Career Academy's special partnership with MYOB.

Career Support Services

The course is designed to help students stand out in the job market, with industry-accredited qualifications, practical software skills, and pathways to roles in accounts administration, payroll, and finance support.

IPA Membership Benefits

Students who complete the Certified Accounting Technician Program gain IPA membership benefits including networking opportunities with accountants, bookkeepers and tax agents, free CPD/educational webinars, news, updates, and discounts to IPA events.

No Exams

This course has no exams, assessment is conducted through coursework and practical activities.

Skills & Applications

The Skills You'll Build

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.

No specific job, salary or outcome is guaranteed.

What You'll Learn

The 60 Modules Inside The Course

The modules that make up the course, as published by the provider.

60Total Units
60Core Units

Core Units

Accounting and Bookkeeping Fundamentals
General Journal
General Ledgers & the Trial Balance
Depreciation
Adjusting Entries
Financial Statements
Accounting with MYOB Business Essentials
Accounting with Xero
Understanding GST
Fundamentals of Payroll
Managing Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable & Cash Management
Budgeting, Forecasting, and Cashflow Management
Using Microsoft Excel
Introduction to Microsoft Word
Accounting & Business Prior Knowledge Quiz
Accounting and Business
Determining Profit
Issues in Income Determination & Asset Valuation
Tracking Cash & Controlling Assets
Internal Decision Making
Analysing Financial Reports
Cost Classification
Costing Methods
Product & Process Costing
Standard Costs & Variance Analysis
Activity Based Costing
Budgeting & CVP Analysis
Performance Management & Measurement
Inventory Management & Planning
Fundamentals of Income Tax

 

Financial Reporting Framework – Part 1
Financial Reporting Framework – Part 2
Financial Reporting Framework – Part 3
Verification, Completeness & Justification
Accounting for a Full Year Case Study
Looking Forward Case Study
Introduction to the Accounting Profession
Ethics and Standards
Professional Education
Practice Essentials
Practice Security
People and Processes
Growing your Business
Digital Business
Sustaining Your Business
Assessment (Certified Accounting Technician Program)
Introduction to Xero Online
Setting up Xero Payroll
Managing Payroll Items with Xero
New Employees & Leave Requests with Xero
Pay Templates in Xero
Pay Runs in Xero
Payslips & Payroll Reporting with Xero
Employment Payment Summaries with Xero
Introduction to MYOB Business Essentials Payroll
Setting up MYOB Business Essentials Payroll
Setting up Employees in MYOB Business Essentials
Setting up Single Touch Payroll (STP) with MYOB Business Essentials
Processing Pays with MYOB Business Essentials
Paying Super and Payroll Reporting with MYOB Business Essentials
Before You Enquire

Eligibility And The First Steps

How It Starts

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The Money Part

Ways To Pay For It

$15 / week

Payment Plan – $15 per week. No deposit, no credit check. 10-day money back guarantee. Page also references 'from only $29 per week' in some sections, the headline payment plan rate is $15/week.

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Exact fees, plans and any funding eligibility are confirmed by the provider when you enquire. No payment is made through Get Course.

Before You Ask

Questions People Ask First

Are there any entry requirements for this course?

This course is designed to be accessible to a wide range of learners, including those new to accounts and payroll. No prior accounting qualifications are listed as a requirement. Submit an enquiry to confirm whether any specific prerequisites apply to your situation.

How much does the course cost, and is a payment plan available?

A weekly payment plan may be available for this course. Full current pricing is not listed here, submit a Get Course enquiry to confirm the latest fees and payment options.

How long does the course take to complete?

Students have 18 months of access to complete the course. The estimated study load is around 300 hours in total. Because it is fully self-paced, you can move faster or slower depending on your schedule.

How is the course delivered, and is it fully online?

The course is 100% online and self-paced, there are no set class times and no exams. Assessment is through coursework and practical activities. Unlimited tutor support from qualified accounting professionals is available by phone and email during business hours.

Is there any work placement involved?

No work placement is required for this course. The practical component is built into the online coursework and activities, which includes hands-on use of Xero and MYOB software.

What credential do I receive, and is the course nationally recognised?

Graduates receive a Certificate of Achievement accredited by ICOES (International Council for Online Educational Standards) and the CPD Standards Office, both internationally recognised endorsement bodies. The Career Academy is also a member of the International Approval and Recognition Council. This course is not a government-accredited qualification on the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).

About This Course

What This Course Is Really About

This course covers the core skills behind accounts administration and payroll, including bookkeeping, GST, payroll processing, and accounts receivable and payable. Students also gain hands-on experience with industry-standard software, Xero Advisor Certification access and six months of free MYOB Business Essentials are included. Five professional e-books are bundled in for ongoing reference.

Delivered by The Career Academy, the course suits people moving into finance support roles or looking to formalise existing on-the-job experience. There are no exams, assessment is through coursework and practical activities, and study fits around work and family commitments.

Students complete around 300 hours of self-paced study with 18 months of course access. Unlimited tutor support from qualified accounting and administration professionals is available by phone and email during business hours.

The College Behind It

Delivered By A Registered Training Organisation

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The Career Academy
In-house career services: job search, resume and interview preparation
24/7 support via email and phone
AATInternational Association of BookkeepersICOESInternational Approval and Registration Centre
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