Accounting

Browse careers that are in demand now and meet Australia’s future workforce needs.

Accounts Clerk

An Accounts Clerk handles accounts payable and receivable, managing paperwork, data entry, and reconciling statements with great attention to detail.

Avg yearly income $65,000
Skill level Advanced

Payroll Clerk

A Payroll Clerk processes employee wages, maintains records, calculates payments, and responds to inquiries, ensuring accurate payroll management.

Avg yearly income $85,800
Skill level Beginner

Payroll Officer

A Payroll Officer manages an organisation's payroll by processing wages, maintaining employee records, and ensuring accurate tax and deductions.

Avg yearly income $83,200
Skill level Advanced

Assistant Accountant

An Assistant Accountant supports a financial team by managing accounts, processing transactions, and preparing reports while adapting to varied tasks.

Avg yearly income $79,976
Skill level Advanced

Accounts Officer

An Accounts Officer manages financial records, oversees income and expenditures, processes invoices, reconciles statements, and prepares reports efficiently.

Avg yearly income $75,400
Skill level Advanced

Bookkeeper

A Bookkeeper manages financial records, tracks transactions, prepares reports, and reconciles statements, ensuring accuracy and detail.

Avg yearly income $72,800
Skill level Advanced

Accounts Receivable Officer

An Accounts Receivable Officer ensures timely payments for products/services, generates invoices, processes payments, and maintains customer accounts efficiently.

Avg yearly income $74,880
Skill level Advanced

BAS Agent

A BAS Agent prepares and lodges Business Activity Statements, assisting businesses with GST and tax obligations while ensuring data accuracy.

Avg yearly income $72,800
Skill level Advanced

Auditor

An Auditor reviews financial data for accuracy, prepares reports on findings, and recommends improvements to accounting systems.

Avg yearly income $93,600
Skill level Advanced

Credit Officer

A Credit Officer processes loan applications, assesses risks, analyses financial data, and recommends approval, requiring strong analytical, banking, and customer service skills.

Avg yearly income $69,992
Skill level Beginner

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

A Chief Financial Officer (CFO) manages a company’s finances, overseeing budgets, making strategic recommendations, and leading the finance team.

Avg yearly income $208,000
Skill level Unknown

Senior Accountant

A Senior Accountant oversees financial operations, ensuring accurate reporting, compliance, budget management, and process improvements.

Avg yearly income $93,600
Skill level Unknown

Forensic Accountant

A Forensic Accountant analyses financial data for legal cases, identifies discrepancies, and presents findings related to fraud and insolvency.

Avg yearly income $104,000
Skill level Unknown

Internal Auditor

An Internal Auditor reviews financial data, identifies risks, prepares reports, and makes recommendations while ensuring accuracy and teamwork.

Avg yearly income $105,040
Skill level Unknown
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia

Courses in accounting

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
BSB30120

Certificate III in Business
Blended, On Campus, Online
12 months
$0 - $4,290
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Executive Assistant Administration Officer Data Entry Operator
Office Assistant Receptionist Customer Service Representative Accounts Clerk Payroll Clerk Appointment Setter Operations Coordinator Administration Manager Business Administrator School Administration Officer Personal Assistant Scheduler Administrative Assistant
+ 13 more
FNS40222

Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping
On Campus, Online
6 - 12 months
$3,420 - $8,465
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Assistant Accountant Payroll Officer Accounts Officer
Bookkeeper Accounts Receivable Officer Accounts Clerk BAS Agent Payroll Clerk
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Assistant Accountant Payroll Officer Accounts Officer Bookkeeper Accounts Receivable Officer Accounts Clerk BAS Agent Payroll Clerk + 5 more
BSB50920

Diploma of Quality Auditing
Online
12 months
$0 - $3,595
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Quality Controller Quality Assurance Manager Compliance Officer
Quality Assurance Auditor RTO Administrator Review Officer Auditor
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Quality Controller Quality Assurance Manager Compliance Officer Quality Assurance Auditor RTO Administrator Review Officer Auditor + 4 more
BSB40420

Certificate IV in Human Resource Management
Online
8 - 18 months
$0 - $4,928
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Payroll Officer Recruitment Consultant Human Resources Assistant
Talent Acquisition Specialist
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Payroll Officer Recruitment Consultant Human Resources Assistant Talent Acquisition Specialist + 1 more
BSB30120

Certificate III in Business (Administration)
Online
12 months
$0 - $4,290
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Data Entry Operator Accounts Clerk Business Administrator
Administrative Assistant
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Data Entry Operator Accounts Clerk Business Administrator Administrative Assistant + 1 more
BSB50320

Diploma of Human Resource Management
Online
12 months
$0 - $4,095
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Human Resources Manager Human Resources Director Payroll Officer
Human Resources Assistant
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Human Resources Manager Human Resources Director Payroll Officer Human Resources Assistant + 1 more
FNSSS00005 & FNSSS00008

Tax Agent Certification
Online
12 months
$1,995
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Tax Agent
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Tax Agent
FNSSS00004

BAS Agent Registration Skill Set
Online
6 months
$770
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
BAS Agent
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
BAS Agent
FNS30322

Certificate III in Accounts Administration
Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
4 - 12 months
$0 - $5,900
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Administration Officer Data Entry Operator Office Assistant
Accounts Clerk Payroll Clerk Credit Officer Assistant Accountant
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Administration Officer Data Entry Operator Office Assistant Accounts Clerk Payroll Clerk Credit Officer Assistant Accountant + 4 more

Bachelor of Financial Planning
On Campus
3 years
$45,600
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Financial Planner Financial Advisor Insurance Broker
Investment Advisor Investment Analyst Tax Adviser Wealth Manager
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Financial Planner Financial Advisor Insurance Broker Investment Advisor Investment Analyst Tax Adviser Wealth Manager + 4 more
FNS50222

Diploma of Accounting
Blended, On Campus, Online
6 - 36 months
$0 - $16,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Payroll Officer Accounts Officer Bookkeeper
Accounts Receivable Officer Assistant Accountant BAS Agent Accounts Clerk
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Payroll Officer Accounts Officer Bookkeeper Accounts Receivable Officer Assistant Accountant BAS Agent Accounts Clerk + 4 more
FNS50322

Diploma of Finance and Mortgage Broking Management
Blended, On Campus, Online
3 - 12 months
$0 - $15,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mortgage Broker Credit Officer Lending Officer
Financial Advisor Financial Planner Small Business Financial Advisor Insurance Consultant Insurance Broker Finance Broker
+ 6 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mortgage Broker Credit Officer Lending Officer Financial Advisor Financial Planner Small Business Financial Advisor Insurance Consultant Insurance Broker Finance Broker + 6 more
FNS40821

Certificate IV in Finance and Mortgage Broking
Blended, On Campus, Online
6 - 24 months
$0 - $10,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mortgage Broker Credit Officer Lending Officer
Financial Advisor Financial Planner Small Business Financial Advisor Insurance Consultant Insurance Broker
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mortgage Broker Credit Officer Lending Officer Financial Advisor Financial Planner Small Business Financial Advisor Insurance Consultant Insurance Broker + 5 more
FNS42022

Certificate IV in Banking Services
Blended
6 months
$6,280
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Credit Officer Personal Banking Advisor Bank Teller
Entry Level Credit Analyst Collections Officer Lending Officer Banking Officer Settlements Officer
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Credit Officer Personal Banking Advisor Bank Teller Entry Level Credit Analyst Collections Officer Lending Officer Banking Officer Settlements Officer + 5 more
FNS41820

Certificate IV in Financial Services
Blended, On Campus, Online
12 - 24 months
$0 - $2,495
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Payroll Officer Credit Officer Lending Officer
Insurance Consultant Insurance Broker
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Payroll Officer Credit Officer Lending Officer Insurance Consultant Insurance Broker + 2 more
FNS50922

Diploma of Banking Services Management
Blended, On Campus
12 - 18 months
$0 - $10,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Credit Officer Lending Officer Financial Advisor
Small Business Financial Advisor
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Credit Officer Lending Officer Financial Advisor Small Business Financial Advisor + 1 more
FNS50422

Diploma of Payroll Services
Blended, Online
12 months
$0 - $4,750
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Payroll Officer BAS Agent Payroll Clerk
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Payroll Officer BAS Agent Payroll Clerk
FNS60222

Advanced Diploma of Accounting
Blended, On Campus, Online
4 - 24 months
$0 - $18,750
  • Completed Diploma of Accounting or equivalent qualifications AND
  • Completed the BSBTEC402 Design and produce complex spreadsheets (or equivalent)
Additional requirements may apply.
Tax Accountant Accounting Manager Financial Controller
Forensic Accountant Auditor Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Financial Analyst Tax Agent
+ 5 more
  • Completed Diploma of Accounting or equivalent qualifications AND
  • Completed the BSBTEC402 Design and produce complex spreadsheets (or equivalent)
  • Completed the BSBTEC402 Design and produce complex spreadsheets (or equivalent)
Additional requirements may apply.
Tax Accountant Accounting Manager Financial Controller Forensic Accountant Auditor Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Financial Analyst Tax Agent + 5 more
FNS40122

Certificate IV In Credit Management
Blended, Online
7 - 12 months
$0 - $1,745
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Credit Officer Lending Officer Credit Manager
Credit Specialist Loan Administrator
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Credit Officer Lending Officer Credit Manager Credit Specialist Loan Administrator + 2 more

Graduate Certificate in Management
Blended, On Campus, Online
4 - 12 months
$0 - $16,300
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Accounting Manager Finance Manager General Manager
Marketing Manager Project Manager
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Accounting Manager Finance Manager General Manager Marketing Manager Project Manager + 2 more
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Further reading

Career Spotlight: Accounting and Taxation Professionals

9th October 2019

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