Accounting

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

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

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

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

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

Systems Accountant

A Systems Accountant manages financial systems, ensures compliance, develops procedures, trains staff, and provides analytical insights to management.

Avg yearly income $123,760
Skill level Advanced

Project Accountant

A Project Accountant manages project finances, balances budgets, monitors income and expenditure, and prepares reports while ensuring detail and communication.

Avg yearly income $113,100
Skill level Advanced

Tax Auditor

A Tax Auditor ensures compliance with tax laws by examining financial records, identifying discrepancies, and preparing detailed audit reports.

Avg yearly income $73,476
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

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
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia

Courses in accounting

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
BSB30120

Certificate III in Business
Blended, On Campus, Online
12 months
$1,795 - $4,361
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Administrative Assistant Real Estate Receptionist Business Support Officer
Enrolment and Admissions Officer Payroll Clerk Data Entry Operator Administration Officer Office Assistant Receptionist Personal Assistant Customer Service Officer Assistant Underwriter
+ 9 more
BSB50920

Diploma of Quality Auditing
Blended, Online
12 months
$1,995 - $6,995
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Quality Assurance Manager Quality Assurance Auditor Internal Auditor
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Quality Assurance Manager Quality Assurance Auditor Internal Auditor
BSB30120

Certificate III in Business (Administration)
Online
12 months
$2,880 - $4,361
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Local Government Administration Officer Business Administrator Accounts Clerk
Executive Assistant Data Entry Operator Customer Service Officer Receptionist Administration Officer Ticketing Coordinator Administrative Assistant Property Administrator
+ 8 more
BSB50120

Diploma of Business (Compliance)
Blended, Online
12 months
$1,995 - $6,995
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Compliance Officer Compliance Coordinator Internal Auditor
Governance Officer Risk Manager Compliance Specialist Compliance Manager
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Compliance Officer Compliance Coordinator Internal Auditor Governance Officer Risk Manager Compliance Specialist Compliance Manager + 4 more
FNS40821

Certificate IV in Finance and Mortgage Broking
Online
7 months
$797
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mortgage Broker Credit Officer Loan Administrator
Lending Officer Finance Broker
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mortgage Broker Credit Officer Loan Administrator Lending Officer Finance Broker + 2 more
FNS40222

Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping
Online
12 months
$3,420
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Assistant Accountant Accounts Clerk Accounts Officer
Accounts Receivable Officer Bookkeeper Tax Agent Accounting Clerk BAS Agent
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Assistant Accountant Accounts Clerk Accounts Officer Accounts Receivable Officer Bookkeeper Tax Agent Accounting Clerk BAS Agent + 5 more
BSBSS00122

Compliance Skill Set
Blended, Online
6 months
$1,195
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Compliance Manager Compliance Officer Auditor
Internal Auditor
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Compliance Manager Compliance Officer Auditor Internal Auditor + 1 more
BSBSS00128

Lead Auditor Skill Set
Blended, Online
6 months
$1,295
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Quality Assurance Auditor Auditor Internal Auditor
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Quality Assurance Auditor Auditor Internal Auditor
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 Compliance Officer Work Health and Safety Officer
Governance Officer Internal Auditor Operational Risk Manager
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Risk Advisor Compliance Officer Work Health and Safety Officer Governance Officer Internal Auditor Operational Risk Manager + 3 more
PSP60122

Advanced Diploma of Government (Investigations)
Blended, Online
18 months
$8,995
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Investigator Risk Analyst Internal Auditor
Compliance Analyst Fraud Analyst Compliance Officer Compliance Coordinator
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Investigator Risk Analyst Internal Auditor Compliance Analyst Fraud Analyst Compliance Officer Compliance Coordinator + 4 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
FNS30322

Certificate III in Accounts Administration
Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
4 - 12 months
$0 - $5,260
  • 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

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

Diploma of Accounting
Blended, On Campus, Online
4 - 36 months
$0 - $16,200
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
BAS Agent Tax Agent Credit Controller
Business Services Accountant Assistant Accountant Payroll Officer Bookkeeper Accounts Officer
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
BAS Agent Tax Agent Credit Controller Business Services Accountant Assistant Accountant Payroll Officer Bookkeeper Accounts Officer + 5 more
FNS42022

Certificate IV in Banking Services
Blended
6 months
$6,280
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Entry Level Credit Analyst Bank Teller Credit Officer
Collections Officer Credit Specialist Loan Administrator Lending Officer Personal Banking Advisor Banking Officer
+ 6 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Entry Level Credit Analyst Bank Teller Credit Officer Collections Officer Credit Specialist Loan Administrator Lending Officer Personal Banking Advisor Banking Officer + 6 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.
Credit Officer Assistant Underwriter Payroll Officer
Compliance Officer Lending Officer Tax Agent Loan Administrator Banking Officer Customer Relationship Manager
+ 6 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Credit Officer Assistant Underwriter Payroll Officer Compliance Officer Lending Officer Tax Agent Loan Administrator Banking Officer Customer Relationship Manager + 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.
Banking Officer Loan Administrator Lending Officer
Small Business Financial Advisor Financial Advisor Credit Officer
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Banking Officer Loan Administrator Lending Officer Small Business Financial Advisor Financial Advisor Credit Officer + 3 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 Payroll Clerk BAS Agent
Compensation and Benefits Manager Accounting Clerk
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Payroll Officer Payroll Clerk BAS Agent Compensation and Benefits Manager Accounting Clerk + 2 more
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 Auditor Tax Consultant Management Accountant
Finance Consultant Tax Accountant Accounting Manager Auditor Finance Manager Financial Analyst
+ 6 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 Auditor Tax Consultant Management Accountant Finance Consultant Tax Accountant Accounting Manager Auditor Finance Manager Financial Analyst + 6 more
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Further reading

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