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Launch a Career in Accounts Administration & Payroll

Build job-ready skills in payroll, bookkeeping, and NZ tax law, fully online, self-paced, and ICOES-accredited.

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What You Get

Everything That Comes With This Course

Industry-Accredited Certificate of Achievement

Upon completing the course, students receive a Certificate of Achievement accredited by ICOES and the CPD Standards Office. The Career Academy is also a member of the International Approval & Recognition Council.

Unlimited Tutor Support

Students have unlimited access to tutor support via phone and email during business hours throughout their studies.

100% Online & Self-Paced

Study entirely online at your own pace with no fixed intakes, allowing you to fit learning around work, family, and life.

Free E-Books Included

Course includes multiple free e-books covering NZ taxation law, payroll administration, GST, employment legislation, and bookkeeping practice.

Six Months Free MYOB Access

Students receive six months of access to MYOB Business as part of the course's partnership with MYOB.

Xero Advisor Certification

Through a special partnership with Xero, students gain access to the official Xero Advisor Certification.

Career Support Services

The course prepares students for roles in accounts administration and payroll, with a focus on job-ready practical skills.

Payroll Networking Events

Stay connected with payroll professionals through exclusive networking events and industry forums, and keep updated with the latest payroll legislation and best practices in New Zealand.

No Exams

This course has no exams, assessment is practical and structured without traditional exam pressure.

Skills & Applications

The Skills You'll Build

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.

35k+Employed in this field (NZ)
9%Projected job growth (NZ)
Accounts AdministratorPayroll AdministratorPayroll OfficerPayroll ManagerFinance AdministratorAccounts Receivable ClerkAccounts Payable ClerkPayroll Data Entry ClerkCompliance Support OfficerHR Payroll Assistant

Indicative market figures from publicly available New Zealand data (Stats NZ · careers.govt.nz). No specific job, salary or outcome is guaranteed.

What You'll Learn

The 26 Modules Inside The Course

The modules that make up the course, as published by the provider.

26Total Units
26Core Units

Core Units

Accounting and Bookkeeping Fundamentals
General Journal
General Ledger & the Trial Balance
Depreciation
Adjusting Entries
Financial Statements
Accounting with MYOB Business Essentials
Accounting with Xero
Understanding GST
Employment Law & Introduction to Payroll
Managing Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable & Cash Management
Budgeting, Forecasting, and Cashflow Management
Using Microsoft Excel

 

Introduction to Microsoft Word
Introduction to Xero Online
Setting up Xero Payroll
Managing Payroll Items with Xero
New Employees & Leave Requests with Xero
Pay Templates in Xero
Pay Runs in Xero
Payslips & Payroll Reporting with Xero
Filing Obligations Using Xero
Introduction to MYOB Business Payroll
Setting up Employees in MYOB Business Payroll
Pay Runs in MYOB Business Payroll
Payday Filing Status and Payroll Reporting with MYOB Business
After This Course

Where It Leads Next

Certificate in Xero Payroll

Included within this course bundle, provides a pathway to Xero Payroll certification. Offered through The Career Academy.

Certificate in MYOB Business Payroll

Included within this course bundle, provides a pathway to MYOB Payroll certification. Offered through The Career Academy.

Xero Advisor Certification

Access to the official Xero Advisor Certification is available through The Career Academy's partnership with Xero. Offered through Xero.

Before You Enquire

Eligibility And The First Steps

Before You Apply

No background in accounting required, just a willingness to learn

How It Starts

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The Money Part

Ways To Pay For It

$29 / week

Payment Plan, $29 per week. Price listed in NZD. 10-day money back guarantee.

Pay Upfront

Confirmed by the provider when you enquire.

Exact fees, plans and any funding eligibility are confirmed by the provider when you enquire. No payment is made through Get Course.

Before You Ask

Questions People Ask First

Are there any entry requirements?

This course is designed to be accessible to learners without prior accounting or payroll experience. A basic level of computer literacy and English literacy is generally expected. Submit an enquiry to confirm any current entry requirements before enrolling.

How much does the course cost?

A weekly payment plan may be available to help spread the cost. Submit a Get Course enquiry to confirm current pricing and payment options.

How long does the course take?

Students have six months of access to complete the course, with approximately 140 hours of study involved. Because the course is fully self-paced, you can move faster or slower depending on your schedule.

How is the course delivered?

The course is 100% online and self-paced with no fixed intakes or exam sittings. Students access learning materials, free e-books, and tutor support entirely online. Tutor support is available by phone and email during business hours throughout your enrolment.

Is there any work placement involved?

This course does not include a work placement component. The focus is on practical, skills-based learning through coursework, real software tools, and no-exam assessments. Submit an enquiry if you have questions about how the course prepares you for the workplace.

Is this course accredited or recognised?

The course carries endorsement from ICOES (International Council for Online Educational Standards) and the CPD Standards Office, and students receive a Certificate of Achievement upon completion. The Career Academy NZ is also a member of the International Approval and Recognition Council. It is not a government-accredited or NZQF-registered qualification, but the ICOES endorsement and CPD recognition are valued by employers as evidence of structured professional development.

About This Course

What This Course Is Really About

This certificate covers the core skills employers look for in accounts administration and payroll roles. Students work through NZ taxation law, GST, payroll administration, employment legislation, and bookkeeping practice, supported by free e-books on every topic. Assessment is practical with no exams.

Delivered by The Career Academy NZ, the course runs entirely online and self-paced over six months. Students gain six months of free MYOB Business access and can complete the official Xero Advisor Certification through a partnership with Xero, two industry tools used daily in NZ finance roles.

The course suits career changers, re-entrants to the workforce, and anyone building a foundation in accounts or payroll. Unlimited tutor support is available by phone and email during business hours throughout the six months.

The College Behind It

Delivered By A Training Establishment

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The Career Academy NZ
In-house career services: job search, resume and interview preparation
Dedicated career support team offering coaching guidance and advice every step of the way, including after course completion. 24/7 access to career resources. One-to-one coaching available through Career Success Hub and Business Hub.
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