Accounting

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

Cost Controller

A Cost Controller manages budgets, monitors costs, tracks spending, suggests savings, and reports expenses while communicating with stakeholders.

Avg yearly income $120,276
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

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 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 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

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

Tax Agent

Tax Agents help clients with tax returns, GST, and superannuation, offering advice on structuring and taxation while registered with the TPG.

Avg yearly income $83,200
Skill level Beginner

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

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

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 Advanced

Certified Practicing Accountant

Certified Practising Accountants (CPAs) manage financial operations, focusing on reporting, tax, and compliance while providing strategic insights.

Avg yearly income $98,800
Skill level Advanced

Chartered Accountant

A Chartered Accountant oversees financial matters, focusing on reporting, auditing, and tax planning while ensuring compliance and offering strategic advice.

Avg yearly income $72,800
Skill level Advanced

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 Advanced

Tax Adviser

A Tax Adviser offers tax advice and compliance services to clients, preparing returns and minimising liabilities through strategic planning.

Avg yearly income $74,984
Skill level Advanced

Business Services Accountant

A Business Services Accountant manages financial tasks, primarily focusing on taxation, preparing reports, and advising clients on tax matters.

Avg yearly income $82,004
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
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia

Courses in accounting

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
BSB30120

Certificate III in Business
Blended, On Campus, Online
6 - 15 months
$950 - $4,361
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Administrative Assistant Business Support Officer Payroll Clerk
Enrolment and Admissions Officer Data Entry Operator Administration Officer Office Assistant Receptionist Personal Assistant Customer Service Officer Assistant Underwriter Real Estate Receptionist
+ 9 more
BSB30120

Certificate III in Business (Administration)
Online
12 - 15 months
$2,880 - $4,361
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Customer Service Officer Data Entry Operator Administration Officer
Executive Assistant Receptionist Accounts Clerk Business Administrator Local Government Administration Officer Administrative Assistant Ticketing Coordinator Property Administrator
+ 8 more
BSB50920

Diploma of Quality Auditing
Blended, Online
12 - 24 months
$3,495 - $5,499
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Internal Auditor Quality Assurance Manager Quality Assurance Auditor
Quality Manager Quality Auditor Quality Officer
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Internal Auditor Quality Assurance Manager Quality Assurance Auditor Quality Manager Quality Auditor Quality Officer + 3 more
FNS40222

Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping
Online
12 - 14 months
$3,420 - $4,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
BAS Agent Tax Agent Accounting Clerk
Assistant Accountant Accounts Receivable Officer Accounts Clerk Accounts Officer Bookkeeper
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
BAS Agent Tax Agent Accounting Clerk Assistant Accountant Accounts Receivable Officer Accounts Clerk Accounts Officer Bookkeeper + 5 more
FNS40821

Certificate IV in Finance and Mortgage Broking
Online
7 months
$797
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Lending Officer Credit Officer Mortgage Broker
Loan Administrator Finance Broker
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Lending Officer Credit Officer Mortgage Broker Loan Administrator Finance Broker + 2 more
FNS30322

Certificate III in Accounts Administration
Online
12 months
$3,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Credit Officer Assistant Underwriter Collections Officer
Data Entry Operator Accounts Clerk Payroll Clerk Credit Controller Loan Administrator Accounting Clerk
+ 6 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Credit Officer Assistant Underwriter Collections Officer Data Entry Operator Accounts Clerk Payroll Clerk Credit Controller Loan Administrator Accounting Clerk + 6 more
FNS50222

Diploma of Accounting
Online
12 months
$4,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Tax Agent Business Services Accountant Credit Controller
Assistant Accountant Payroll Officer Accounts Officer Bookkeeper BAS Agent
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Tax Agent Business Services Accountant Credit Controller Assistant Accountant Payroll Officer Accounts Officer Bookkeeper BAS Agent + 5 more
10862NAT

Certificate IV in Risk Management Essentials
Blended, On Campus
18 months
$2,800
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Risk Advisor Operational Risk Manager Governance Officer
Internal Auditor Work Health and Safety Officer Compliance Officer
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Risk Advisor Operational Risk Manager Governance Officer Internal Auditor Work Health and Safety Officer Compliance Officer + 3 more
BSB50120

Diploma of Business (Compliance)
Online
12 months
$3,595
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Compliance Officer Compliance Coordinator Risk Manager
Compliance Manager Internal Auditor Governance Officer Risk Officer Compliance Specialist
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Compliance Officer Compliance Coordinator Risk Manager Compliance Manager Internal Auditor Governance Officer Risk Officer Compliance Specialist + 5 more
FNSSS00014

Accounting Principles Skill Set
Online
9 months
$995
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Accounts Clerk Payroll Clerk Bookkeeper
Accounts Officer Financial Assistant
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Accounts Clerk Payroll Clerk Bookkeeper Accounts Officer Financial Assistant + 2 more
FNSSS00004

BAS Agent Registration Skill Set
Online
3 months
$495
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Bookkeeper Accounts Clerk Payroll Officer
BAS Agent
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Bookkeeper Accounts Clerk Payroll Officer BAS Agent + 1 more
BSB40120

Certificate IV in Business (Financial Administration)
Online
15 months
$4,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Payroll Officer Accounts Receivable Officer Accounts Officer
Accounts Clerk
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Payroll Officer Accounts Receivable Officer Accounts Officer Accounts Clerk + 1 more

Bookkeeping Essentials
Online
5 months
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Accounts Clerk Payroll Clerk
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Accounts Clerk Payroll Clerk

Bookkeeping Essentials
Online
5 months
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Accounts Clerk Payroll Clerk
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Accounts Clerk Payroll Clerk

Bachelor of Financial Planning
On Campus
3 years
$45,600
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Tax Adviser Superannuation Consultant Financial Advisor
Financial Planner Investment Advisor Investment Analyst Wealth Manager
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Tax Adviser Superannuation Consultant Financial Advisor Financial Planner Investment Advisor Investment Analyst Wealth Manager + 4 more
FNS30420

Certificate III in Mercantile Agents
Online
12 months
$2,795
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Investigator Paralegal Credit Officer
Collections Officer Compliance Officer Accounts Receivable Officer Accounts Officer
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Investigator Paralegal Credit Officer Collections Officer Compliance Officer Accounts Receivable Officer Accounts Officer + 4 more
FNS42022

Certificate IV in Banking Services
Blended
6 months
$6,280
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Banking Officer Loan Administrator Collections Officer
Credit Officer Bank Teller Entry Level Credit Analyst Lending Officer Personal Banking Advisor
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Banking Officer Loan Administrator Collections Officer Credit Officer Bank Teller Entry Level Credit Analyst Lending Officer Personal Banking Advisor + 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.
Loan Administrator Banking Officer Tax Agent
Customer Relationship Manager Credit Officer Assistant Underwriter Payroll Officer Compliance Officer Lending Officer
+ 6 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Loan Administrator Banking Officer Tax Agent Customer Relationship Manager Credit Officer Assistant Underwriter Payroll Officer Compliance Officer Lending Officer + 6 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.
Lending Officer Credit Officer Operations Officer
Customer Relationship Manager Banking Officer Loan Administrator Credit Analyst
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Lending Officer Credit Officer Operations Officer Customer Relationship Manager Banking Officer Loan Administrator Credit Analyst + 4 more
FNS50422

Diploma of Payroll Services
Blended, Online
12 months
$0 - $4,750
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Accounting Clerk Human Resources Officer Payroll Officer
Accounts Officer Payroll Clerk BAS Agent Compensation and Benefits Manager
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Accounting Clerk Human Resources Officer Payroll Officer Accounts Officer Payroll Clerk BAS Agent Compensation and Benefits Manager + 4 more
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Further reading

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