The course covers financial statements, taxation, management accounting, and industry-standard software including Xero, MYOB, and Excel. It is designed for individuals looking to accelerate their accounting career…
The course covers financial statements, taxation, management accounting, and industry-standard software including Xero, MYOB, and Excel. It is designed for individuals looking to accelerate their accounting career…
Practical, job-relevant skills for these roles. As a professional development course, it builds capability in this field rather than guaranteeing a specific role or salary.
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Accounting and Bookkeeping Fundamentals
General Journal
General Ledger & the Trial Balance
Depreciation
Adjusting Entries
Financial Statements
Understanding GST
Employment Law & Introduction to Payroll
Fringe Benefit Tax
Fundamentals of Income Tax
Accounting with Xero
Budgeting, Forecasting and Cashflow Management
What you’ll typically need to get started.
Requirements can vary by intake and pathway, so submit an enquiry to confirm what applies to you.
Courses are accredited by recognised organisations including ICOES and the CPD Standards Office. The Career Academy is also a member of the International Approval & Recognition Council.
Pathway leads to IPA Certified Accounting Technician status and Graduate Membership to IPA.
Unlimited support from industry expert tutors via phone and email during business hours throughout your learning journey.
Study 100% online whenever suits you with 18 months access and approximately 400 hours of learning content. No exams, ever.
Receive multiple free e-books including Foundations of NZ Taxation Law, NZ Practical Accounting Guide, NZ Master Bookkeepers Guide, GST A Practical Guide, and more.
Access the official Xero Advisor Certification and six months' free access to MYOB through Career Academy's special partnerships with Xero and MYOB.
Upon enrolment, receive instant access to the Career Centre including job opportunities, CV templates, a free personalised CV review, job tips and interview preparation resources.
Connect with key industry bodies including AAT, MYOB, Xero, and the Qualified Bookkeepers Association. Access IPA's Knowledge Hub and exclusive networking events.
Free six-month access to MYOB software through Career Academy's partnership with MYOB.
E-book by S Barkoczy covering policy, principles and practice of NZ tax laws.
E-book by Graham B Pomeroy covering credit management and debt recovery in New Zealand.
E-book by Stephen J. Marsden covering bookkeeping essentials, accounting and taxation…
The Career Academy offers an online Career Centre providing career coaching, CV reviews, interview preparation, job search resources, and LinkedIn profile reviews. Students have access to a Career Success Hub, Business Hub, and Self Service Resource Hub. The centre includes one-to-one coaching from dedicated career support staff and is available to all students during and after their studies.
“Hiromi found the perfect work-life balance after enrolling in The Career Academy's Certificate in Bookkeeping. As a busy mum, the flexibility of online study allowed her to pursue her dream career while caring for her family. Upon completing her course, she secured a role with The Back Office Company and began her journey in a new profession.”
“After moving from Greece, George pivoted from dentistry to accounting with The Career Academy. His online learning journey, starting with the Certificate in Accounting, allowed him to balance study with other commitments and transition into a new career.”
The course covers financial statements, taxation, management accounting, and industry-standard software including Xero, MYOB, and Excel. It is designed for individuals looking to accelerate their accounting career or manage their own business, with no exams and flexible self-paced study.
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Last updated: July 2026