
Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping
Course Information
This nationally recognised qualification will provide you with financial skills, knowledge and confidence in accounts and bookkeeping management for the modern world.
The course includes setting up and managing accounting statements and cloud computing software, preparing financial statements and reports, and payroll. As well as practical training in bookkeeping, payroll, BAS and technology, including preparing and lodging business and instalment activity statements, and providing advice or dealing with the Commissioner on behalf of a taxpayer in relation to activity statements. This course meets the registration requirements to provide business activity statement (BAS) services.
If you’re looking to start your career in finance and bookkeeping or want a pathway into a degree program, then this is the course for you. Our flexible online study allows you to continue with your current role while you study.
- 12 – 18 months
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Online with Structure Workplace Learning and Assessment (SWLA)
- Accounting and bookkeeping foundations
- Preparing financial reports
- Managing operational budgets
- Operation of accounting systems
- Cloud computing software
- Payroll management
- Preparing business activity statements (BAS)
- Small business planning
Subjects
Payment Option
Career Pathway
- Assistant Financial Broker
- Banking Sales Consultant
- Credit Officer or Manager
- Finance Sector Team Leader
- Financial Markets Administrative Officer
- Lending Officer
- Mobile Banking Consultant
- Bookkeeper
Course Features
- World-class online learning allowing study to fit around your life
- Balance work, family, social life and study
- Study on any device – desktop or mobile
- Real people helping you reach your goals
Professional Recognition

Eligibility
- There are no education requirements for this qualification. However, participants must be 18 years old or over
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