PAYROLL UNIT FNSBKG405A COURSE INFORMATION
A NEW CHAPTER At Bookkeeping School, 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, Bookkeeping School 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. Why study with Bookkeeping School? No hidden fees or charges: Our price includes all the materials and support you need to complete your studies. Learn at your own pace: All our courses are self-paced, so you re never hurried along and you can never fall behind. Study from anywhere, anytime: Your courses are accessible from any internet-connected computer all you need is a browser and some basic software. No experience required: Even if you haven t studied anything for decades, you ll be able to learn and apply these simple courses to improve your life. Nationally recognised training: Many of our courses are accredited and meet professional licensing or registration requirements. Fast assessment turnaround time: No more waiting weeks and weeks for your results you ll have them within 72 hours. Unlimited mentoring: Our facilitators are available to answer all your questions by phone or email. 1
PAYROLL UNIT FNSBKG405A No matter how good the corporate culture is in an organisation, most people are still working for a wage - so one of the most important business functions is payroll. This service needs to be processed so minimum problems are encountered while making payments. This unit helps you understand what is required to professionally process payroll systems and transactions in a small or large business, according to organisational procedures and legal and regulatory requirements. COURSE OVERVIEW Course Number: FNSBKG405A Delivery Mode: Online Course Duration: 20 weeks Start Date: Anytime start today When you graduate, you ll be able to: Promptly and accurately process payrolls for all staff members and management as needed Keep accurate payroll records and stores as required by your organisation Maintain up-to-date information on employees and check regularly Calculate, record and reconcile employee entitlements according to legislation Liaise with staff and management on any payroll or related enquiries Ensure authorisation is gained for payroll processing as required Ensure back up systems and data recovery procedures are in place for emergencies Produce payroll reports and distribute to relevant staff as required Nationally Recognised: Yes Funding Available: Not applicable Payment Options: Upfront, payment plan Support Available: Online, telephone POTENTIAL CAREER OUTCOMES Payroll Officer BAS Agent Small Business Owner Bookkeeper Accounts Clerk Accounts Payable / Receivable 2
Payroll Unit WHAT DO I NEED TO KNOW BEFORE ENROLLING IN THIS COURSE? How much does the Payroll Unit cost? You can view the fees for this unit on the relevant course page. We also offer a Best Price Guarantee if you find this unit offered anywhere cheaper, we will beat that price by five per cent. How is this course delivered? This is an online course. This means you will complete your studies through our online learning 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 After I enrol, how long will it be before I can start? As soon as you sign in to your student portal. 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. Bookkeeping School has specific information about this process on our website. Or you can contact one of our student advisors to discuss your options. How long does this course take? The maximum duration is 20 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 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 payroll is backed by unlimited email trainer support and unit materials designed and delivered by industry professionals with decades of experience. 3
What support options are available? During your time with Bookkeeping School, 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 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 of the Establish and Maintain a Payroll System (FNSBKG405A) and Carry Out Business Activity and Instalment Activity Statement Tasks (FNSBKG404A) units. Bookkeeping School is a Registered Training Organisation (32219). 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. 4
Payroll Unit WHAT ARE THE REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS COURSE? There are no formal education prerequisites for this course. Age requirements You need to be at least 18 years old to complete 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 Participating in online discussions Creating, saving and editing Microsoft Office documents Uploading documents through websites Computer 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 5
THE PAYROLL UNIT BREAKDOWN This unit will help you develop the relevant skills and knowledge of payroll needed to perform duties called for in top positions. This course meets the requirements for the Establish and Maintain a Payroll System (FNSBKG405A) and Carry Out Business Activity and Instalment Activity Statement Tasks (FNSBKG404A) units. SKILLS LEARNT Record payroll data Ensure employee data is included in payroll system, clarify discrepancies with designated staff, enter pay period details, deductions and allowances, and calculate payment due to individual staff members according to employee source data. Payroll preparation Calculate staff entitlements, check irregularities in payments and resolve or refer to appropriate staff, make arrangements for payment, obtain authorisation for payroll processing and produce payroll records and store according to organisational requirements. Handle payroll enquiries Respond to payroll enquiries, provide information according to policies, refer enquiries outside area of responsibility to designated persons, and complete follow-up actions within required timeframes according to requirements. Maintain payroll Maintain records according to legal and organisational requirements, produce monthly and annual checklists and reconcile, update records in-line with salary reviews or other changes, put back up and recovery plans in place, and generate reports and distribute. For full course competency details, visit www.training.gov.au 6
Payroll Unit WHY BEING A PAYROLL OFFICER IS A GREAT CAREER MOVE Every organisation with employees requires someone to do payroll. A sizeable business will have one or more payroll staff members, providing a good chance of long-term employment. There can also be good opportunities for career advancement down the track, when you perform well and show loyalty to a company. Become a qualified BAS agent You can register as a Business Activity Statement agent after completing this course. Being a registered BAS agent is not only required by law, but it is crucial if you want work with or run any business big or small. The Australian Tax Practitioners Board recognises this online payroll course as meeting some of the current educational requirements needed to become an agent. Additional eligibility criteria applies. Visit www.tpb.gov.au for more information. 7
STUDYING WITH BOOKKEEPING SCHOOL At Bookkeeping School, 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. When you enrol with Bookkeeping School, you will be given access to your online student portal. Some key features of our portal are: Content: All 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 through the portal messaging system. You can also call support services on 1300 468 007. Connect: Talk to trainers, assessors and other students by participating in our study forum. You can discuss difficult topics, course specific information or motivation with your peers. HOW DO I GET STARTED? Enrolling is easy: Online: just visit our website, select your course and click enrol now. Phone: call one of our student advisors on 1300 468 007 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 Bookkeeping School s terms and conditions, including the refund policy, please visit our website at www.bookkeepingschool.com.au. If you would like to discuss anything course related, please call our student advisors or email admin@bookkeepingschool.com.au for more information. 8
Our Courses Certificate IV in Bookkeeping Certificate IV in Accounting Certificate III in Business Administration MYOB Training Manual Bookkeeping Course BAS Unit Payroll Unit For more information, call 1300 468 007 or go to www.bookkeepingschool.com.au Bookkeeping School Pty Ltd PO Box 8158, Gold Coast MC, Queensland 9726 ABN: 11 132 347 329 RTO: 32219