An online, self-paced bookkeeping certificate covering accounts, payroll, and NZ tax law. Includes Xero Advisor Certification access and MYOB software.
An online, self-paced bookkeeping certificate covering accounts, payroll, and NZ tax law. Includes Xero Advisor Certification access and MYOB software.
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 MYOB Business Essentials
Accounting with Xero
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.
Upon completing the course, students receive a Certificate of Achievement accredited by ICOES and the CPD Standards Office, recognised by the International Approval & Recognition Council.
Unlimited access to tutor support via phone and email during business hours throughout the course.
Study entirely online at a time and pace that suits you, with 6 months access and approximately 140 hours of learning content.
Career coaching included, covering CV help and interview preparation to support your job search.
A comprehensive library of New Zealand bookkeeping, tax, payroll, and employment law e-books is included with the course at no extra cost.
Through Career Academy's partnership with Xero, students can access the official Xero Advisor Certification.
Career Academy's partnership with MYOB provides students with six months of free access to MYOB Business Essentials software.
Connect with key industry bodies including AAT, MYOB, Xero, and the Qualified Bookkeepers Association through exclusive professional resources.
Six months free access to MYOB software through Career Academy's partnership with MYOB.
Free 6-month membership to the New Zealand Qualified Bookkeepers Association, including…
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.
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“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.”
“As a busy mum of two, Samantha needed flexible study options, which she found with The Career Academy. After completing the Certificate in Bookkeeping, she quickly transitioned into an Office Manager role and is now working towards opening her own business.”
This certificate covers the core skills of bookkeeping practice: accounts payable and receivable, payroll processing, GST, and New Zealand employment and tax law. Students work through approximately 140 hours of learning content, supported by a library of NZ-specific e-books included with enrolment. The course is delivered by The Career Academy NZ entirely online, with six months of access to study at your own pace.
Practical software training is built in. Students can pursue the official Xero Advisor Certification through Career Academy's partnership with Xero, and receive six months of access to MYOB Business Essentials software. Connections to industry bodies including AAT, MYOB, Xero, and the New Zealand Qualified Bookkeepers Association are also part of the package.
The course suits career changers, small-business owners wanting to manage their own books, and anyone looking to move into a finance support role. Career coaching, CV assistance, and interview preparation are included to support your next steps after completing the course.
Enquire about this course and a course advisor from The Career Academy NZ will be in touch with pricing and next steps.
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Last updated: July 2026