NZ Certificate in Business (Accounting Support Services) (Level 4)

Accounting

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Sets the foundations of good practice and a solid understanding of common accounting functions, preparing you to carry out a range of accounting support services.

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NZQA Level 4 Certification

Study Level

Entry

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In-person study

Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting

Hawke's Bay Campus, Napier

It will take a total of 18 weeks

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Carry out accounting support roles

Be able to perform a broad range of accounting support services required by business entities.

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Apply foundational bookkeeping knowledge

Demonstrate understanding and ability in routine accounting and bookkeeping functions.

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Utilize accounting systems and processes

Apply principles and practices in financial record-keeping and payroll.

What You're Signing Up For

The NZ Certificate in Business (Accounting Support Services) (Level 4) is designed for those wishing to develop foundational skills in accounting support and bookkeeping. The programme provides a broad understanding of accounting concepts and practices, supporting employment in accounts, payroll, and related roles across New Zealand business entities. Innovative teaching gives graduates practical, work-ready knowledge for accounting support or volunteer community functions.

Course Content

  • Accounting support services
  • Bookkeeping practices
  • Payroll administration
  • Accounts payable and receivable
  • Financial record keeping
  • Principles and practices behind key accounting concepts
  • Practical accounting tasks for business

What you need to know first

NZ Certificate in Business (Introduction to Small Business) Level 3

NZ Certificate in Retail Level 3

NZ Certificate in Business (Administration and Technology) Level 3

NCEA Level 2

NZ Certificate in Foundation Skills Level 2

A qualification at Level 2 or above with demonstrated literacy and numeracy equivalent to NCEA Level 1

Relevant knowledge and experience, including literacy and numeracy abilities equivalent to NCEA Level 1 (subject to enrolment interview)

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What sort of industry will this job lead to

  • Accounting

  • Business Administration

  • Finance

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Future employment opportunities might be

  • Accounts officer

  • Payroll officer

  • Sole-charge administrator

  • Accounts payable/receivable

  • Accounts assistant

  • Book keeper

  • Club treasurer (volunteer)

  • Marae committee member (volunteer)

  • Not-for-profit organisation accounting (volunteer)