Manual Bookkeeping
FNSBKG402
A new chapter
At Mathisi, we have helped hundreds of students achieve their career goals by giving them the tools they need to get ahead. Our years of experience have served to aid others as they look to enter and succeed in the highly regulated bookkeeping industry.
Now, Mathisi is embarking on a new education journey – providing comprehensive and specialist online learning. Whether you are looking to switch to a new profession, jumpstart your career or simply upgrade your current job – we have a course to suit your needs and lifestyle.
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Though many use software to complete this every day, some choose to do this manually. This creates highly skilled workers, capable of operating independently and reliably from computerised systems.
This unit gives you the principles required to create and manage receipts and payments within a manual and computerised
bookkeeping system on a cash basis.
When you graduate, you’ll be able to: • Effectively and efficiently manage and maintain a system of cash receipts and payments
• Liaise with staff and management regarding policies and processes
• Ensure payments and revenue amounts are recorded in bookkeeping system
• Identify accounting software required and use existing software to perform work
• Identify and investigate discrepancies in relevant financial records and resolve
• Manage expenditure authorisation records and store according to policy
• Balance transactions against received bank statements and resolve discrepancies
• Report to management on cash accounting system status as required by your organisation
Manual Bookkeeping FNSBKG402
Accounting is an important part of every company, big or small.
Businesses are required to keep their books in-line.
Course overview
Potential career outcomes
FNSBKG402 online 12 weeks* $850 Not applicable upfront or on a payment plan
anytime – start today
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Accounts Payable/Receivable Bookkeeper
Small Business Owner Manager
Junior Accounts Officer Clerk
* varies subject individual learner requirements
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What do i need to know before enrolling in this course?
How much does the Manual
Bookkeeping course cost?
You can view the fees for this unit on the relevant course page.
How is this course delivered?
This is an online course. This means you will complete your studies through our online learning portal.
After I enrol, how long will it be
before I can start?
As soon as you sign in to your student portal. Through this portal, you will:
• Access your learning materials and assessments
• Complete and upload your assessments • Access your assessment marks and feedback • Interact with your trainer
• Participate in student forums • Access student support services
How long does this course take?
The maximum duration is 8 weeks, but the course is designed to fit your lifestyle. You can go through the course as quickly or as slowly as you like, it’s up to you and your particular style of learning. Extensions can be arranged for a small fee.
What support options are available?
During your time with Mathisi, you will have access to a number of difference support services.
These include:
• Learning support: Your trainer will be available by phone, email or through your student portal to answer any queries you may have regarding your course materials and assessments.
• Student support: The student support team are the go-to people for any student
administrative issues, including enrolment, portal support and change of student details. Get in touch with them via phone, email or your student portal.
• Peer support: You can also talk to fellow peers through the portal’s student forum. This enables you to connect with others studying the same course as you to discuss issues, motivations and topics.
What about Recognition of Prior
Learning?
You may have already obtained skills and knowledge relating to certain areas of this course. These can be recognised through our Recognition of Prior Learning process.
Mathisi has specific information about this process on our website. Or you can contact one of our student advisors to discuss your options.
What sort of training can I expect?
We deliver comprehensive, competency-based training that emphasizes exercises to build practical skills, knowledge and confidence. Your commitment to developing your skills in
bookkeeping is backed by unlimited email trainer support and unit materials designed and delivered by industry professionals with decades of experience.
What will I receive when I complete
my course?
When you successfully complete your course, you will receive a nationally recognised qualification that fits the requirements for the Establish and Maintain a Cash Accounting System (FNSBKG402) unit. Mathisi is a
Registered Training Organisation (31946). You will receive a certificate to demonstrate your learning.
Further qualifications?
If you want to undertake further qualifications after completing this course, Certificate IV in Accounting is a good option to promote career progression.
What are the requirements for this course?
English requirements
In this online course, you will need to read comprehensive learner workbooks and textbooks, undertake a range of written assessments and independent research activities, and engage in online forums and discussions.
Entry requires the successful completion of Year 12 level English. If you have not achieved this, you can demonstrate this knowledge by: • Completion of a nationally recognised training qualification at a Certificate III level or higher
• 3 years relevant industry experience in a role that requires the use of written documentation and communication
Skill requirements
Students will require some basic computing skills to complete this course successfully. This includes:
• Accessing and searching the internet • Downloading and saving documents from websites
• Uploading documents through websites • Participating in online discussions
• Creating, saving and editing Microsoft Office documents
There are no formal education prerequisites for this course. But the Mathisi does prefer that you have completed Certificate III in Financial Services or a minimum of two years financial industry experience prior to enrolment.
Course requirements
Requirements for all users:
• Mozilla Firefox internet browser • Microsoft Office 2010 or equivalent • Adobe Flash player plug in
• Broadband internet connection • 2GB of RAM
• Adobe Reader XI or equivalent • Printer and associated software • Scanner and associated software
Age requirements
You need to be at least 18 years old to complete this course.
Identify relevant information and establish a chart of accounts
Consult management regarding business activities, identify existing materials and examine for relevance, identify software required, establish chart of accounts and opening balances and gain authorisation for them.
Process receipts and payments Make and receive payments, code and record in bookkeeping system, file receipts and balance cash register against records.
Process and reconcile credit cards Process credit card transactions against source
documents, verify and reconcile against statements, and process according to organisational requirements. Analyse and verify source
documents
Verify source documents for accuracy and tax compliance, and resolve discrepancies between monies owed and paid according to policy.
Set up and maintain a petty cash system
Prepare expenditure authorisation records and file, reconcile and reimburse records.
Manage bank reconciliations and prepare and produce reports
Verify processed transaction against statements, process bank entries and reconcile to balance, produce reports as required by your organisation and make corrections as required.
Skills learnt
The Manual Bookkeeping breakdown
This unit will help you develop the relevant skills and knowledge of managing and maintaining a manual and computerised bookkeeping system needed to perform duties called for in top positions.
This course meets the requirements for the Establish and Maintain a Cash Accounting System (FNSBKG402) unit of Certificate IV in Financial Services (Bookkeeping).
Why being an accountant
is a great career move
Without accounting services, many businesses would not be able to operate. A business owner can do a certain amount, but you can help them grow their company by taking over the important accounting tasks needed on a day-to-day basis. Many organisations will also have pathways to further career advancement available for you as well. Or you could start and build your own accounting business and provide services to clients.
Studying with Mathisi
How do i get started?
ContentAll you need is an internet connection to access your course materials, assessments and additional online resources. You can also download your workbooks and assessments, so you can study when it suits you.
Support
Get in touch with the support team or your trainer either in-class or via email. You can also call support services on 1300 468 007.
Connect
Talk to trainers, assessors and other students by participating in-class. You can discuss difficult topics, course specific information or motivation with your peers.
Enrolling is easy
Online: Via our website.
Phone: Call one of our student advisors on (07) 5606 6318 to enrol by phone.
What now?
Once we receive your enrolment, we’ll send out a welcome pack immediately and assign you a trainer - so you can begin your course.
For all of Mathisi’s terms and conditions, including the refund policy, please visit our website at mathisi.com.au. If you would like to discuss anything course related, please call our student advisors or email
[email protected] for more information.
At Mathisi, our mission is to give students a better and more affordable learning
experience. We want people to realise and change their employment
opportunities with the knowledge and skills we provide. Our courses have been
designed so students can study anywhere at anytime.
We understand that each and every student has different priorities, so we have
designed our courses to fit around your lifestyle.
For more information, call (07) 5606 6318 or go to www.mathisi.com.au
