Certificate in Accounts Payable and Receivable

Build Accounts Payable and Receivable Skills Online

Master the fundamentals of accounts payable and receivable in around 15 hours, fully online and self-paced, with an ICOES and CPD-accredited certificate on completion.

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Certificate in Accounts Payable and Receivable

Build Accounts Payable and Receivable Skills Online

Master the fundamentals of accounts payable and receivable in around 15 hours, fully online and self-paced, with an ICOES and CPD-accredited certificate on completion.

100% OnlineFrom $29/Week
6 Mths
Duration
Online
Delivery
Flexible
Start Date
Why Study This

Practical, Job-Relevant Skills You Can Build.

ICOES And CPD-Accredited Certificate On Completion

Six Months Free MYOB Access Plus Xero Advisor Certification

No Exams, Fully Online, Six Months To Complete

Skills & Applications

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 business & management (NZ)
↑ 9%
Projected job growth (NZ)
Accounts Payable ClerkProcesses supplier invoices, verifies purchase orders, and manages outgoing payments within a finance team.
Accounts Receivable ClerkRaises customer invoices, follows up outstanding payments, and maintains accurate debtor records.
Invoice Processing OfficerHandles high-volume invoice entry, coding, and matching across accounts payable or receivable functions.
Credit ControllerMonitors customer accounts, chases overdue balances, and escalates collections where needed.
Billing CoordinatorPrepares and issues client invoices, resolves billing queries, and reconciles billing records.
Collections AssistantSupports the credit team by contacting customers about outstanding debts and recording payment arrangements.
Finance Support OfficerProvides general financial administration support including data entry, reconciliations, and reporting…
Payroll OfficerProcesses employee pay runs, calculates entitlements, and ensures payroll records are accurate and compliant.

Indicative market figures from publicly available New Zealand data (Stats NZ · careers.govt.nz). Possible career directions only; no specific job, salary or outcome is guaranteed. Where you go depends on your experience, the employer and your location.

What You’ll Learn

What You’ll Learn

Managing Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable & Cash Management

Using Microsoft Excel

Budgeting, Forecasting, and Cashflow Management

Accounting with Xero

Before You Apply

Entry Requirements

What you’ll typically need to get started.

No formal academic prerequisites

Requirements can vary by intake and pathway, so submit an enquiry to confirm what applies to you.

What’s Included

Everything That Comes With Your Enrolment

Industry-Accredited Certificate

Upon completion, students receive a Certificate of Achievement accredited by ICOES and the CPD Standards Office, providing an internationally recognised qualification.

Unlimited Tutor Support

Unlimited support from industry-expert tutors via phone and email during business hours throughout your studies.

100% Online, Study Whenever Suits You

Fully online course with 6 months access allowing students to study at their own pace and on their own schedule.

Career Centre Access

Instant access to Career Centre upon enrolment including latest job opportunities, CV templates, free personalised CV review, interview tips, and industry connections.

Free Student Resources

Free Virtual Student ID card providing access to over 150,000 discounts in New Zealand and around the world on food, entertainment, and travel.

SEEK Pass Verified Credential

Upon completion, verify your qualification from The Career Academy with SEEK Pass so you can share it on SEEK and stand out to employers as a qualified, job-ready candidate.

Xero Advisor Certification Access

Through Career Academy's special partnership with Xero, students can gain access to the official Xero Advisor Certification.

Six Months Free MYOB Access

Career Academy's partnership with MYOB enables students to gain six months of free access to MYOB accounting software.

Free bonus courses included

Six months free access to MYOB

Through Career Academy's partnership with MYOB, students receive six months of free access…

So Now You Want to Get Paid! (e-book)

A free e-book by Graham B Pomeroy endorsed by the New Zealand Credit & Finance Institute…

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Your Provider

The Career Academy NZ

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.

Fees & Funding

Flexible Ways To Pay

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on an interest-free payment plan
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Getting Started

Your Path To Enrolment

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Why Students Choose The

What Students Say

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Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

There are no formal entry requirements listed for this course. It is designed to be accessible to people new to accounts administration as well as those already working in a finance support role. Submit an enquiry to confirm any current prerequisites.
A weekly payment plan may be available to spread the cost. Submit a Get Course enquiry to confirm current pricing and payment options.
The course involves approximately 15 hours of study and comes with six months of access. Because it is fully self-paced, students can work through it faster or spread it out across the access period to suit their schedule.
The course is 100% online and self-paced, delivered by The Career Academy NZ. Students can study at any time during their six-month access period. Unlimited tutor support is available via phone and email during business hours.
No work placement is included in this course. The practical focus comes through knowledge-based assessments and hands-on use of MYOB and Xero software tools during study.
This course carries endorsement from ICOES (the International Council for Online Educational Standards) and the CPD Standards Office, and graduates receive a Certificate of Achievement along with a verifiable SEEK Pass credential. It is not a government-accredited qualification on the New Zealand Qualifications Framework. For many employers, the ICOES endorsement, CPD recognition, and verified credential are meaningful evidence of practical skills.
The course prepares students for entry-level finance administration roles such as accounts payable clerk, accounts receivable clerk, billing coordinator, and finance support officer. These roles exist across most industries where businesses manage invoicing and payments. The course builds the practical skills these positions require; it does not guarantee employment.
As a professional development course, any credit toward a formal qualification would be arranged through a recognition of prior learning or credit process with the receiving institution. Submit a Get Course enquiry to confirm what this course may count toward in your specific situation.
About This Course

Certificate in Accounts Payable and Receivable

This course covers the core skills behind managing invoices, processing payments, handling receivables, and maintaining accurate financial records. Students learn practical, day-to-day accounts administration that applies directly to real finance team environments.

Delivered by The Career Academy NZ, the course is fully online and self-paced with six months of access. Around 15 hours of study suits people already working who want to add recognised finance skills, or those looking to step into an entry-level accounts role.

Assessment is practical and knowledge-based with no exams. Students also gain six months of MYOB software access and the option to complete the Xero Advisor Certification, adding two widely used accounting tools to their skill set.

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Last updated: July 2026