• You are wanting a career path as a Bookkeeper.
• You have an eye for figures, can think on your feet, enjoy working with others and want to forge a credible career in bookkeeping.

Then this is the course for you.

To make an informed choice about the suitability of this course, please consider the essential skills and knowledge below. You must:

• Have well-developed communication skills.
• Show confidence working with numbers and financial concepts.
• Display strong organisational and record keeping skills
• Demonstrate well-developed problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Be focussed with good attention to detail.
• Have sound digital literacy skills.

This course will give you the skills and knowledge for a career in the Bookkeeping Industry in roles such as a Professional Bookkeeper, Payroll Officer, Business Activity Statement (BAS)* Agent, Accounts Receivable Officer, or Accounts Payable Officer, which are key roles in every business. You will learn how to prepare financial reports, process financial transactions, set up and maintain computerised accounts, establish payroll systems, process business taxation requirements and prepare budgets.

*Successful completion of this course meets only the Tax Practitioners Board academic requirements for registration as a BAS Agent (please refer to the Tax Partitioners Board website for additional BAS registration requirements); and prepares you for entry into the Diploma of Accounting.

Time Commitment – You will need to allocate appropriate time to complete this course. This includes attending classes on-site and/or online as outlined in the study mode; and undertake independent study outside of class hours, including private study, assessment preparation, research and complete assessment requirements. 

Below are some of the important personal skills you will be required to develop and demonstrate during training. These skills are highly valued by industry:

• Respectful Communication - Interact with people from diverse backgrounds, share ideas effectively and build trust.
• Teamwork – Collaborate with others, show them respect, and be open to feedback.
• Problem Solving - There is always a solution. How do you respond to a challenge? If you spot a problem, we encourage you to ask questions, clarify as needed, and respond appropriately within your training.
• Initiative - Stay motivated, take proactive steps, and seek help when necessary.
• Planning - Manage time well. Knowing how to prioritise and completing your tasks efficiently are crucial for your success.
• Self-Management - Reflect on your performance. Reflection is a powerful tool for growth and success as a student at South Regional TAFE. Being a professional in the workplace can mean learning when to accept responsibility for your failures as often as your successes. This is how we learn!
• Learning – Recognise what your strengths already are. Then embrace all the new knowledge and experience from your South Regional TAFE journey to grow as a student. Some of the skills you will learn include:
  • Communication and working in teams.
  • Process financial transactions and prepare financial reports.
  • Set up and maintain computerised accounts using accounting software - MYOB and XERO.
  • Design and produce business documents including Excel spreadsheets.
  • Perform financial calculations and payroll.
  • Prepare budgets.
  • Process business taxation requirements.
  • Complete business activity and instalment activity statements.
• Technology - Adapt to new tools, access digital resources, and integrate technology into your learning.