Australian College
Diploma of Accounting
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)Advance Your Expertise in Accounting
The FNS50222 Diploma of Accounting is designed for individuals ready to take their accounting skills to the next level. Whether you aim to become a tax agent, payroll service provider, or handle complex accounting tasks, this qualification equips you with the specialised knowledge and practical skills required to excel in the field. This course is ideal for professionals seeking to deepen their expertise or expand their career opportunities in accounting.
Why Choose This Course?
This diploma prepares you to confidently tackle a wide range of accounting functions. You’ll gain the skills necessary to provide financial advice, process complex payrolls, and manage taxation requirements for legal entities. Whether you’re working for an organisation or planning to start your own practice, the FNS50222 Diploma of Accounting provides the essential tools to succeed in a fast-paced, ever-evolving industry.
What Will You Learn?
Throughout this course, you’ll gain the ability to solve complex problems, analyse financial data, and interpret legislation relevant to accounting and payroll. You’ll also develop leadership skills, enabling you to guide teams effectively and contribute to the success of your organisation. Key skills covered include:
- Taxation Knowledge – Apply taxation requirements and manage tax documentation for legal entities.
- Payroll Management – Process superannuation payments and understand taxation systems relevant to payroll.
- Legal Insight – Apply legal principles in contract, consumer, corporations, and trust law.
- Financial Tools – Use financial statistics and tools to make informed decisions.
- Advanced Software Skills – Design and produce complex spreadsheets for detailed financial reporting.
Delivery mode
Australian College offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Online
Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.
Self-paced completed online in your own time, at your own pace.
This course is delivered using an asynchronous study methodology, utilising mainly online delivery (eLearning) of learning materials and assessment resources.
We provide our students ongoing support throughout the course duration via telephone, emails and/or virtual online meetings, on request.
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Prior to commencing this qualification an individual must have completed the following units of competency (or equivalent):
- FNSACC321 Process financial transactions and extract interim reports
- FNSACC322 Administer subsidiary accounts and ledgers
- FNSACC418 Work effectively in the accounting and bookkeeping industry
- FNSACC421 Prepare financial reports (this unit is the equivalent version of BSBFIA401 Prepare financial reports)
These competencies may have been achieved through completion of the following (or their equivalent):
- FNSSS00014 Accounting Principles Skill Set; OR
- FNS40222 Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping
Course fees
PAYMENT OPTION 2 – $450 deposit, then $90 weekly (for 50 weeks) = $4,950
PAYMENT OPTION 3 – Zip Money or customise your own payment plan
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...
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)...
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...
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...
Tax Agent
Tax Agents are qualified accounting professionals who help clients with their annual tax returns as well as GST, superannuation, and PAYG instalmen...
About Australian College
Our programmes are tailored to meet the needs of both employers and students, offering flexibility and support throughout your learning journey. By choosing us, you embark on a transformative educational experience that broadens your knowledge and enhances your professional prospects.
Enrol at Australian College, where we are committed to guiding you towards a brighter future by expanding your horizons and illuminating your career pathways.
