TAFE Queensland
Certificate III in Accounts Administration
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)Begin your career in accounts administration with this entry-level course. Gain the practical work skills to get started as an accounts clerk or payroll officer. This course will provide you with the problem solving and practical skills employers look for.
According to the Australian Government's Job Outlook service, there is stable future growth predicted for entry-level accounting roles. This very large occupational area is likely to create around 53,000 job openings over the next five years, ensuring your skills will be in high demand.
This course will give you a practical understanding of the various roles within the finance sector. You'll gain a broad range of skills including writing simple documents, producing business documents, performing financial calculations, extracting interim reports, and administering subsidiary accounts and ledgers.
Successful completion of this qualification will show potential employers you have the skills required to work as an accounts clerk, payroll officer, or accounts officer. You will also have a sound basis to continue on with further studies in the finance or accounting industries.
Delivery mode
TAFE Queensland offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
- 66 Ernest Street, South Brisbane
- 50-68 Armstrong Road, Meadowbrook
- 118 Walker Street, Bundaberg
- 71 Cartwright Road, Gympie
- 47-95 Urraween Road, Hervey Bay
- 89 Adelaide Street, Maryborough
- 6 Doherty Street, Birtinya
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
- QLD Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the QLD Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
- SA Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the SA Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Certificate III in Accounts Administration will prepare you for the following roles.
Administration Officer
Administration Officers are the office all-rounders that fix the photocopier, keep the kitchen well-stocked, and make sales reports and business le...
Data Entry Operator
Data Entry Operators input data into spreadsheets, databases, and specialist software programs. They are employed in all industries and work sector...
Office Assistant
Office Assistants (also known as clerks) provide administrative support to a team of professionals. They assist with typing, filing, opening and di...
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...
Payroll Clerk
A Payroll Clerk processes wage and salary payments for employees in both large and small businesses. You’ll collect information from timesheets or...
Credit Officer
A Credit Officer processes applications for credit from potential borrowers. You might work for a bank, other financial institution or for a lendin...
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...
Trainee
A Trainee is someone working in an entry level position within a business or organisation. Trainees are employed in a range of industries and you’l...
Tax Agent
Tax Agents are qualified accounting professionals who help clients with their annual tax returns as well as GST, superannuation, and PAYG instalmen...
Cashier
A Cashier takes payments from customers and clients in a retail environment, an office or other setting. You might process transactions and provide...
Night Auditor
A Night Auditor works an overnight shift at a hotel or accommodation venue. As well as regular hotel front desk work, you’ll also balance accounts...
Trainee Records Officer
A Trainee Records Officer helps to support the management of an information record system in an organisation or business. You might have to manage...
Assistant Underwriter
An Assistant Underwriter supports colleagues as they assess applications for loans, credit or insurance policies. You might work for an insurance c...
Collections Officer
A Collections Officer liaises with customers to collect payment for overdue accounts. You might work for a financial institution, a utilities compa...
Local Government Administration Officer
A Local Government Administration Officer carries out a range of administrative duties for a local government authority. You might take on a custom...
Local Government Customer Service Assistant
A Local Government Customer Service Assistant works at the front desk or phone line of a local government authority. You might answer customer enqu...
Government Accountant
A Government Accountant oversees financial matters for a government department or agency. You might manage financial systems and process accounts p...
Paraplanner
A Paraplanner performs a range of duties at a financial planning practice. You might assist colleagues with gathering information and collecting pa...
Insurance Claims Assessor
An Insurance Claims Assessor processes claims for insurance customers. You’ll assess the validity of a claim and carry out any necessary investigat...
Operations Specialist
An Operations Specialist coordinates the daily operations of a business or organisation. You’ll ensure systems and procedures are operating effecti...
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...
Credit Specialist
A Credit Specialist works in the loan application department of a bank or financial institution or for a credit brokerage company. You’ll assess lo...
Loan Administrator
A Loan Administrator performs a range of administrative tasks in the credit department of a bank, financial institution or brokerage company. You m...
Banking Officer
A Banking Officer performs a range of duties in a bank, building society, credit union or other financial institution. You may serve customers and...
Internal Auditor
An Internal Auditor examines and evaluates the financial information of a business or organisation. You might gather relevant financial data and in...
Taxation Specialist
A Taxation Specialist provides expert advice on tax planning and compliance for individuals and businesses. You might work in an accounting firm, f...
Senior Accountant
A Senior Accountant manages and oversees the financial operations within an organisation, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting and compliance w...
Tax Consultant
A Tax Consultant provides expert advice on tax-related matters to individuals and businesses, ensuring compliance with Australian tax laws and regu...
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...
Accounting Clerk
An Accounting Clerk is responsible for supporting the financial operations of an organisation by managing various accounting tasks and ensuring acc...
Corporate Accountant
A Corporate Accountant manages and oversees financial operations within a company, ensuring accurate and timely reporting of financial information....
About TAFE Queensland
TAFE Queensland is Queensland's largest, most experienced training provider. TAFE Queensland deliver practical, industry-relevant training across a range of industries from entry-level certificates to bachelor degrees, at more than 50 locations in Queensland.
