Bookkeeper

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Bookkeeper

Bookkeepers manage and maintain the financial records of businesses. They use account books, computerised accounting systems and other forms of data management to ensure that all payments made and received by a business are accounted for. They handle accounts enquiries, arrange payments, record financial transactions, and check the daily cash flow of their organisation.

Bookkeepers are required all over the state, from large corporate bodies with offices all over the state, to small local businesses in regional and city areas.

Working conditions

Bookkeepers mostly work in offices, although some may work in the administrative sections of other businesses such as factories or shops. They usually work during standard business hours. They work in close contact with accountants and other financial management staff in records and data management.

Tools and technologies

Bookkeepers may use traditional record keeping methods such as ledger books and filing systems, or they may use computers and data management programs. They may also spend a significant amount of their time on the phone, and may also need to be familiar with other office equipment such as photocopiers and fax machines.

Education and training

It is possible to work as a bookkeeper without any formal qualifications and get training on the job. However, entry into this occupation may be improved with qualifications in bookkeeping or a related area. The education and training requirements for this occupation are undergoing a formal review. This may or may not lead to changes in the requirements.

The Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping is offered at TAFE Colleges and other registered training organisations throughout Western Australia. Browse courses through Jobs and Skills WA and search on the My Skills website to find a registered provider near you.

You can also undertake a traineeship in accounting and bookkeeping (level 4). The traineeship usually takes 12 months to complete

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