Unit of competency Outline

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Operate accounting applications

Operate accounting applications

Unit of competency
National Code
ICTICT208
State Code
AUU39
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
25/03/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
16/09/2015
Field of Education
080905 - Practical Computing Skills
Original Release Date
16/09/2015
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to operate common accounting software packages in order to maintain enterprise financial records.It applies to individuals working with little supervision who use information and communications technology (ICT) skills and knowledge to support the financial area within a small to large office environment.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Customise software
  • 1.1 Select accounting software to meet business requirements
  • 1.2 Load, register and configure accounting software according to operating instructions
2. Create enterprise data
  • 2.1 Establish chart of accounts according to business and legislative requirements
  • 2.2 Create and add data on customers and sales
  • 2.3 Create and add data on suppliers and purchases
  • 2.4 Create and add payroll details
  • 2.5 Create and add inventory details
  • 2.6 Add required or suitable tax codes
3. Record and track transactions
  • 3.1 Generate invoices and track their progress
  • 3.2 Record customer payments and update customer details
  • 3.3 Record and track purchases
  • 3.4 Record payment of wages, allowances, taxation and superannuation
  • 3.5 Update business data as required
4. Save and back up data
  • 4.1 Save accounting data to disk
  • 4.2 Make a regular backup of accounting data and store in a safe location
5. Generate reports
  • 5.1 Reconcile accounts
  • 5.2 Generate and print financial reports based on accounting data
  • 5.3 Check financial reports for errors and discrepancies
  • 5.4 Discuss errors with appropriate person and rectify as required
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D7850 ICAICT208A Operate accounting applications Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODT29 ICTICT225 Operate accounting applications Unit of competency