Occupational Certificate:
Bookkeeper
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About this programme
The purpose of this qualification is to provide a learner with an informed understanding of bookkeeping to operate as a bookkeeper.
A qualified learner will be able to:
- Use standard computer software packages to perform accounting and related calculations to verify the accuracy of documents and records relating to payments, receipts and other financial transactions.
- Maintain and update filing of financial records either manually or using electronic devices.
- Apply fundamental financial techniques to perform bookkeeping duties.
- Communicate effectively using appropriate methods to maintain effective customer relationships according to organisational standards.
- Calculate, compile and complete relevant South African Revenue Service Returns in relation to payroll in an organisation.
- Apply knowledge of bookkeeping principles and practices to identify and solve problems arising in the course of day-to-day work.
Minimum Admission requirements
NQF Level 4 (Grade 12) qualification with Mathematical Literacy and Communication in Englisha
Qualification on completion
Bookkeeper, NQF Level 5 – Accredited by the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO)
The qualification allows possibilities for both horizontal and vertical articulation.
Horizontal Articulation:
- Certificate: Accounting, NQF Level 5 (SAQA ID: 80189)
- Higher Certificate in Accounting, NQF Level 5 (SAQA ID: 93811)
Vertical Articulation:
- Diploma in Accounting Sciences, NQF Level 6 (SAQA ID: 94703)
- Diploma in Accounting, NQF Level 6 (SAQA ID: 93597)
- Occupational Certificate: Tax Technician, NQF Level 6 (SAQA ID: 94098)
CAREER opportunities
Graduates may work in accounting operations of all sizes at banks, accounting firms, corporations, manufacturing companies and government agencies. Specific careers may include the following:
- Accounting clerk
- Financial administrator
- Accounting administrator
- Credit controller
- Financial administration clerk
- Payroll administrator
- Senior bookkeeper
- Debtors clerk
- Creditors clerk
Duration
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Duration: 36 months (3 years)
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Credits: 364
Course content
This qualification is made up of the following compulsory Knowledge and Practical Skill modules:
Knowledge Modules
- End User Computing, NQF Level 3
- Basic Taxation, NQF Level 4
- Ready for Work Standards, NQF Level 4
- Basic Business Calculations, NQF Level 4
- Introductory Project Management, NQF Level 4
- Accounting Information Systems, NQF Level 5
- Bookkeeping practice, NQF Level 5
- Financial Accounting NQF Level 5
- Principles of Taxation, NQF Level 5
- Business Communication and Customer Services, NQF Level 5
- Basic Principles of Cost and Management Accounting, NQF Level 6
Practical Skill Modules
- Use a recognized accounting system to record accounting related calculations to validate the legitimacy and accuracy of documents and records relating to payments, receipts and other financial transactions, NQF Level 5
- Maintain and update filing of financial records either manually or using electronic devices, NQF Level 5
- Apply fundamental financial techniques to perform bookkeeping duties with accuracy, NQF Level 5
- Communicated effectively using appropriate methods to maintain effective customer relationships according to organizational standards, NQF Level 5
- Apply knowledge of bookkeeping principles and practices in order to identify and solve problems arising in the course of work, NQF Level 5
- Apply knowledge of accounting principles and practices in order to identify and solve problems according to professional and ethical standards, NQF Level 5
Work Experience Modules
- Develop and use spreadsheets to perform financial calculations, NQF Level 4
- Assist with preparing operational budget, NQF Level 4
- Record inventory and assets, NQF Level 4
- Record and calculate financial transactions using an accounting information system, NQF Level 5
- Assist with the calculation of the cost of a product or service for purchasing/manufacturing purposes, NQF Level 5
- Preparation of financial reports, NQF Level 5
- Prepare statutory returns for tax compliance purposes, NQF Level
- Process payroll transactions using computerized software, NQF Level 5
- Support administrative processes given in financial unit, NQF Level 5
- Handle customer and clients queries and liaison in relation to financial matters, NQF Level 5
- Apply correct and timely processes to all financial supportive tasks for the unit/division, NQF Level 5
- Audit packs prepared under supervision according to internal control procedures NQF Level 5
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