TAFE SA
Diploma of Accounting
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)Aspiring to work in accounting, business, or finance? Whether you want to work for yourself or as part of a team, this qualification will equip you with the skills and accreditations you need to realise your full career potential.
This high-level course will develop your expertise in budget preparation, management accounting, financial accounting, financial performance, internal control systems, income tax and financial analysis skills. With our focus on employability, you’ll be mentored by educators who have strong industry links, ensuring that you’ll complete the qualification job-ready.
By successfully completing this course, you’ll be qualified to work as an Licenced Bookkeeper, Senior Financial Clerk, Accounts Payable or Accounts Receivable Officer. Want to continue your study? You’ll have guaranteed entry - with credit – into a connected university program.
This course incorporates the Diploma of Accounting plus the 4 entry units required for the qualification.
Delivery mode
TAFE SA offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Online
Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
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 TAFE SA
TAFE SA is South Australia’s largest vocational education and training provider. We deliver job-focused training across a range of industries from entry-level certificates to bachelor degrees, at locations across the state.
