This qualification is aimed at those seeking to build on their Certificate IV qualification and experience and gain an accounting assistant role involving: introducing and maintaining accounting systems, maintaining internal control systems, preparing tax returns and financial statements, reporting and developing business plans.

The course consists of 9 units of competency in areas such as workplace communication, financial reporting, accounting systems, professional development, budgets and forecasts, tax returns and internal control procedures.

Entry Requirement
A high school certificate and the successful completion of FNS40610 Certificate IV in Accounting is required.
Career and study pathway
After completing the Diploma of Accounting students may gain employment as an assistant accountant or accounting employee performing duties such as: preparing tax returns, maintaining accounting and internal control systems, preparing financial statements, managing small teams and developing business plans. Students may choose to go onto further study such as the Advanced Diploma of Accounting or gain credit towards a university degree such as Bachelor of Accounting.