FNS40217
Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping
Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping
FNS40217
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 Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping qualification will give you the knowledge and skills you need to get where you want to go.
The the FNS40217 Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping, you will learn many 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
Study Options
RPL
Online
Face-to-face
Career opportunities
- Accounts Administrator
- Accounts Clerk
- Accounts Payable Officer
- Accounts Receivable Officer
- Bookkeeper
- Debtors Clerk
- Payroll Officer
Prerequisites
- Nil (some businesses experience is desired and may be checked prior to enrolment)
Location
- Online Delivery
Course length
- 12 months full-time
Study mode
- Online & Blended Delivery
Assessment
- Assessments, Exams, Zoom Sessions and Case Studies
Start date
- Your course can commence as soon as you enrol
Price
- The course price varies depending on a few factors. Citizenship, prior study, credit transfers and RPL will all affect the overall price. To find out more, email or call Skills Recognition International for a no obligation free quote.
Qualification Description
This qualification, Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping, reflects the job roles of workers in the accounting industry, including BAS Agents and contract bookkeepers; and of those employees performing bookkeeping tasks for organisations in a range of industries. It includes preparing and lodging business and installment activity statements, and providing advice or dealing with the Commissioner on behalf of a taxpayer in relation to activity statements. Individuals in these roles apply theoretical and specialist knowledge and skills to work autonomously, and exercise judgement in completing routine and non-routine activities.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Work functions in the occupational areas where this qualification may be used are subject to regulatory requirements. Refer to the FNS Financial Services Training Package Companion Volume Implementation Guide or the relevant regulator for specific guidance on requirements.
Persons providing a business activity statement (BAS) service for a fee or other reward must be registered by the Tax Practitioners Board (TPB) and this qualification is currently cited as meeting the TPB education requirements for registration. Other conditions apply, including a designates period of experience. Persons seeking BAS agent registration should check current registration requirements with the TPB, as registration requirements are reviewed regularly.
Course Structure
There are 13 units in this qualification:
8 Core
5 Electives
- BSBFIA401 Prepare financial reports
- BSBSMB412 Introduce cloud computing into business operations
- FNSACC311 Process financial transactions and extract interim reports
- FNSACC312 Administer subsidiary accounts and ledgers
- FNSACC408 Work effectively in the accounting and bookkeeping industry
- FNSACC416 Set up and operate a computerised accounting system
- FNSTPB401 Complete business activity and instalment activity statements
- FNSTPB402 Establish and maintain payroll systems
Support and Delivery
01.
Study anywhere
You will have access to an industry-leading LMS to study from, which is compatible with any device and can be accessed 24/7
02.
Community
Access our online community hub to ask like-minded people those burning questions, or even to form a study group.
03.
Experience Trainers
You have access to our industry current trainers, who can guide and nurture you throughout your course
04.
Industry Connections
We tailor your support needs and connect you with the right people as and when needed
05.
What do I get with my studies?
We will provide everything that you need to be successful in your course. This may include:
- Prescribed textbook
- Student email address and access to Microsoft Office
- Access to our online LMS
- 1-on-1 support from a trainer and assessor
- Access to online forums and instant messaging
- and much more.
