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Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping FNS40217

Study Method
Online
Institution
Open Colleges
Recognition
Nationally Recognised Training
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Course overview

Become a financial all-rounder with the FNS40217 Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping. You will gain skills across the board from accounting to financial planning, bookkeeping, auditing and payroll.

Whether you’re looking to start your own business, take the next step in your accounting or bookkeeping career, or register as a Business Activity Statement (BAS) Agent, this qualification will give you the knowledge and skills you need to get where you want to go.

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Job outcomes

  • Accounts Administrator
  • Accounts Clerk
  • Accounts Payable Officer
  • Accounts Receivable Officer
  • Bookkeeper
  • Debtors Clerk
  • Payroll Officer
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What you'll learn

This course will give you a wide-range of job-ready bookkeeping and accounting skills. It’s the perfect combination of theory and practical – not only will you learn how to manage and operate accounting systems, but you will get the chance to use them and put your skills to the test.

In the FNS40217 Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping, you will learn many beneficial financial skills, including:

  • The fundamentals of accounting and bookkeeping
  • How to prepare financial reports and manage operational budgets
  • How to set up and operate accounting systems (including cloud computing practices)
  • Managing payroll and preparing business activity statements (BAS)
  • Customer service standards in the financial industry
  • Designing and producing business documents
  • Small business planning

Recognition

This is a nationally approved vocational course that is recognised throughout Australia

Study method

  • Online
  • Blended
  • In-class

Duration study load

  • Maximum 24 months

Entry requirements

You will need to have completed Year 12, or equivalent. Equivalency can be demonstrated by one of the following: A qualification at Certificate III level or higher, OR Three years of industry experience in a role that requires the use of written documentation and communication.

You will need to be at least 18 years old.

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Course features

  • Open Colleges has designed the FNS40217 Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping specifically to reflect current job roles in the bookkeeping and accounting industry and give you the best chance at success
  • This course meets the educational requirements set out by the Tax Practitioners Board (TPB) for registering as a Business Activity Statements (BAS) Agent
  • You will learn a range of financial skills from how to prepare operational budgets and financial reports to setting up and operating accounting systems, managing payroll and preparing Business Activity Statements (BAS)
  • When you enrol in this course, you will get a free 12-month membership to both the Australian Bookkeepers Network (ABN) and the Institute of Public Accountants (IPA), valued at $400. It’s a fantastic opportunity to learn from the best and grow your network
  • You will get 24-month exclusive access to Reckon One accounting software, so you can put your new-found skills into practice
  • This course has been designed to give you the practical skills and knowledge required to make your mark in the accounting and bookkeeping industry

Recognition of prior learning

We understand that you may already have many skills and areas of expertise that you have obtained in different ways and these are recognised through our Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process.

Assessment

  • Demonstrations
  • Knowledge tests
  • Projects
  • Written reports

Delivery

Once you are enrolled in this course, you will receive access to the first Module, which contains the first set of units for the course. When you have successfully completed those units, you’ll be given access to the next Module. Modules 1 to 6 have been released and will be available when the course is live.

Who's it for?

Whether you’re already working in the industry and want to upgrade your skills, or you’re looking to start a new career, the Certificate IV in Bookkeeping and Accounting (FNS40217) will give you the skills and knowledge you need to take your financial services career to the next level.

Become a financial all-rounder and gain skills in accounting, financial planning, bookkeeping, auditing, payroll and small business basics with the Certificate IV in Bookkeeping and Accounting.

Subjects

Core Units
FNSACC311
Foundations in accounting and bookkeeping
  • Check and verify supporting documentation
  • Prepare and process banking and petty cash documents
  • Prepare and process payable and received invoices
  • Prepare journals
  • Update financial data and systems
  • Prepare deposit facility and lodge flows
  • Finalise trial balance and interim reports
FNSACC312
Preparing ledgers
  • Review accounts receivable requirements
  • Identify bad and doubtful debts
  • Review client compliance with terms and conditions and plan recovery action
  • Prepare reports and file documentation
  • Distribute creditor invoices for authorisation
  • Remit payments to creditors
  • Reconcile outstanding balances
BSBFIA401
Financial reporting
  • Maintain asset register
  • Record general journal entries for balance day adjustments
  • Prepare final general ledger accounts
  • Prepare end of period financial reports
FNSACC414
Requirements for non-reporting entities
  • Compile data required for preparing financial statements for non-reporting entities
  • Prepare financial statements for non-reporting entities
BSBSMB412
Cloud-based computing
  • Review computing needs in the business
  • Investigate cloud computing services to meet business needs
  • Develop a plan to introduce cloud computing
  • Support implementation of the plan
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The price of the course may vary for a number of reasons, including but not limited to:

  • Whether you pay up front or via a payment plan
  • Whether Government funding is available
  • Your location
  • Study method and duration

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About Open Colleges

Open Colleges puts you at the centre of everything. As an institution, it measures its success in the success of its students. With more than 100 years of experience in distance learning, Open Colleges has the expertise in delivering education and training to individuals seeking to launch, change or accelerate their careers.

Open Colleges Australia focuses on meeting the specific needs of adult learners by delivering highly flexible, accessible and affordable learning opportunities. Its unique learning model provides you with ultimate control – to study anywhere, anytime and at your own pace. Its online campus – OpenSpace – provides you with access to learning resources, expert trainers and assessors, collaboration with other learners and a comprehensive range of support services. Open Colleges is the perfect solution for time-poor students with busy schedules, as it makes getting your qualification possible from wherever you are.

Open Colleges is a Registered Training Organization (RTO 90796)

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Job outcomes

  • Accounts Administrator
  • Accounts Clerk
  • Accounts Payable Officer
  • Accounts Receivable Officer
  • Bookkeeper
  • Debtors Clerk
  • Payroll Officer
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Recognition

This is a nationally approved vocational course that is recognised throughout Australia

Study method

  • Online
  • Blended
  • In-class
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