Accounting Technician

Course description

Accounting technicians are involved in the day-to-day practical work of accountancy and play a key operational role in producing reliable financial information. Accounting technician opportunities exist throughout industry, commerce and in private accountancy practices  for qualified technicians.

Students are prepared for the following:

• Prepare financial statements.
• Prepare financial reports and other management information.
• Compute tax liabilities for companies and individuals.
• Set up and manage systems for budgets, stock control, cost accounting, and cash reconciliations.
• Set up and manage credit control procedures.
• Use industry standard software (SAGE) to produce payroll and accounts.

Year 1 – Certificate for Accounting Technicians

• Financial Accounting
• Law and Ethics
• Business Management
• Taxation
• Computer Applications

Year 2 – Diploma for Accounting Technicians

• Advanced Financial Accounting
• Advanced Taxation
• Management Accounting
• Integrated Accounting Systems (IAS)

The course is certified by Accounting Technicians Ireland.

Examinations take place in May.

Learners who successfully complete year 1 will be awarded the Certificate for Accounting Technicians.

To achieve the Diploma for Accounting Technicians, two years’ work experience is required. Previous relevant work experience may be considered.