Bendigo TAFE
Diploma of Accounting
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)The Diploma of Accounting (FNS50217) is designed to give you the training and knowledge for a range of career pathways in the accounting, business and finance sectors. The course is nationally accredited and will give you some of the educational units required to become a registered Tax Agent.
This qualification reflects professional accounting job roles in financial services and other industries, including tax agents, accounts payable and accounts receivable officers, payroll service providers, and employees performing a range of accounting tasks for organisations in a range of industries. Individuals in these roles apply solutions to a range of often complex problems, and analyse and evaluate information from a variety of sources. They apply initiative to plan, coordinate and evaluate their own work and provide guidance to others within defined guidelines.
Delivery mode
Bendigo TAFE offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
- Building G, 154 Hargreaves Street, Bendigo
- 65 Templeton Street, Castlemaine
- 62-104 Charleston Road, Bendigo
- Corner Hare and Darling Streets, Echuca
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
FNSSS00014 Accounting Principles Skill Set OR
FNS40222 Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
- SA Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the SA Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
- VIC Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the VIC Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Diploma of Accounting will prepare you for the following roles.
Payroll Officer
Payroll Officers take care of an organisation’s wages and salaries — preparing payroll data from timesheets and employee records, then processing t...
Accounts Officer
An Accounts Officer looks after the overall financial accounts and records for an organisation. You’ll oversee all income and expenditure payments...
Bookkeeper
A Bookkeeper maintains the financial records of a business or organisation. You’ll keep track of all transactions including income as well as expen...
Accounts Receivable Officer
An Accounts Receivable Officer makes sure a business or organisation receives payments for products or services they have provided. You’ll be part...
Assistant Accountant
An Assistant Accountant works as part of a financial team to help manage the financial accounts of a small or large business. You might perform adm...
BAS Agent
BAS Agents are specialist bookkeepers. They hold additional qualifications that allow them to prepare and lodge Business Activity Statements (BAS)...
Accounts Clerk
You might be involved with accounts payable or accounts receivable and you’ll have to manage the relevant paperwork, data entry and filing. Account...
Government Accountant
A Government Accountant oversees financial matters for a government department or agency. You might manage financial systems and process accounts p...
Credit Controller
A Credit Controller coordinates the processing of loan applications for prospective borrowers. You might work for a bank, a building society or for...
Internal Auditor
An Internal Auditor examines and evaluates the financial information of a business or organisation. You might gather relevant financial data and in...
Asset Manager
An Asset Manager oversees investment portfolios to maximise returns for clients. You might work in financial institutions, investment firms, or rea...
Business Services Accountant
A Business Services Accountant carries out financial management duties for a range of businesses, usually focusing on taxation issues. You might pr...
Company Accountant
A Company Accountant oversees financial management for a large business or organisation. You’ll handle company budgets and ensure all financial acc...
Trust Accountant
A Trust Accountant manages the financial records of a trust account. You’ll oversee payments and other transactions and prepare necessary financial...
Financial Accountant
A Financial Accountant coordinates accounts for a large business or organisation. You’ll manage financial operations across all departments and pre...
Group Accountant
A Group Accountant manages financial accounts for large organisations that have smaller companies within them. You’ll oversee accounting operations...
Fund Accountant
A Fund Accountant manages the financial activities of an investment portfolio or fund. You might monitor financial transactions and analyse the fun...
Tax Adviser
A Tax Adviser provides expert advice on tax matters to individuals and businesses. You might work in an accounting firm, corporate office, or as an...
Systems Accountant
A Systems Accountant oversees financial systems for a large business or organisation. You’ll make sure systems operate efficiently and work with co...
Accounting Clerk
An Accounting Clerk is responsible for supporting the financial operations of an organisation by managing various accounting tasks and ensuring acc...
Tax Auditor
A Tax Auditor examines financial records to ensure compliance with tax laws and regulations. You might work for the Australian Taxation Office or a...
Corporate Accountant
A Corporate Accountant manages and oversees financial operations within a company, ensuring accurate and timely reporting of financial information....
Finance Consultant
A Finance Consultant provides expert financial advice to individuals and organisations to help them make informed decisions about their finances. Y...
About Bendigo TAFE
At Bendigo TAFE we welcome you to join us in any stage of your learning journey – whatever your age, background or career aspirations.
