Accounts Administration and Payroll Pathway

Build Real Accounting and Payroll Skills Employers Depend On

The Accounts Administration and Payroll Pathway is designed to give you practical, job ready skills across accounting, payroll, and financial administration. You will learn how everyday business finances work, how payroll is managed, and how to use industry standard software like Xero and MYOB with confidence.

  • Learn accounts administration from the ground up, including journals, ledgers, financial statements, and cashflow
  • Build practical payroll skills using Xero and MYOB, including pay runs, leave, reporting, and compliance
  • Strengthen your accounting knowledge with budgeting, tax basics, performance analysis, and real world case studies

Whether you want to start a career in accounts administration or grow your confidence in payroll and accounting tasks, this pathway gives you the skills to move forward with clarity. Enrol today and take a confident step into accounting and payroll.

Investment: $3,399 + GST, or only $29 per week on a flexible payment plan
10-Day Money Back Guarantee

Duration

18 Months Access | ~400 hours

Learning Mode

100% online, study whenever suits you

Unlimited Support

Unlimited support during business hours

Qualification

Industry-accredited Pathway

No Exams

No exams, ever

GAIN AN INDUSTRY ACCREDITED QUALIFICATION & EARN MORE

This course is a good fit if:

✓ You want to build strong practical skills across accounting, accounts administration, payroll, and finance software.

✓ You work in administration, accounts, payroll, or finance support, or want to move into one of these areas with more confidence.

✓ You want to develop your knowledge step by step across accounting processes, reporting, tax, budgeting, and workplace finance tasks.

✓ You want to build practical capability in Xero, Xero Payroll, MYOB Business Essentials, MYOB Business Payroll, Excel, and Word.

✓ You need flexible online study that fits around work, family, or daily life.

This course is best suited to learners who want to build broad accounting, payroll, and finance support skills.

It is ideal for those who want to strengthen their understanding across accounts administration, accounting practice, payroll systems, tax fundamentals, financial reporting, and business software in a clear and structured way.

This course is designed to help you build practical skills and confidence for real workplace settings.

What You'll Learn In This Course

Certificate in Accounts Administration

Diploma in Accounting

Certified Accounting Technician (CAT) Program

Certificate in Xero Payroll

Certificate in MYOB Business Payroll

Certificate in Xero

Advanced Certificate in Xero

Potential Job Outcomes

Payroll Officer

Payroll Administrator

Payroll Coordinator

Payroll Data Entry Clerk

Accounts Administration Officer

Finance Administrator

HR Payroll Assistant

Time‑and‑Attendance Clerk

Payroll Compliance Officer

Remuneration Support Officer

Curious about how this course could expand your understanding?

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

Certificate in Accounts Administration

Diploma in Accounting

Certified Accounting Technician (CAT) Program

Certificate in Xero Payroll

Certificate in MYOB Business Payroll

Certificate in Xero

Advanced Certificate in Xero

GET THE ROLES YOU WANT
WHEN YOU WANT THEM

This course gives you the practical skills, qualifications, and confidence to really stand out in the job market

Our courses are accredited by recognised organisations including ICOES and the CPD Standards Office, giving you a qualification you can trust. The Career Academy is also a member of the International Approval & Recognition Council.

Industry-Accredited Recognised

Industry-Recognised & Accredited

Stay connected with payroll professionals through exclusive networking events and industry forums. Keep updated with the latest in payroll legislation, regulations, and best practices in New Zealand.

Expand your Network

Expand Your Payroll Network

This course provides a clear path to proficiency in payroll management, with options to achieve certifications in Xero Payroll and MYOB Payroll. These certifications bolster your qualifications and open doors to roles across multiple industries.

Path to Certified Technician

Path to Payroll Expertise

Specialising in payroll can lead to lucrative career opportunities. In New Zealand, Payroll Officers earn between $60,000 and $80,000 per year, while experienced Payroll Managers may earn upwards of $90,000. By obtaining recognised certifications and mastering software like MYOB and Xero, you enhance your expertise and increase your earning potential.

Advance Your Earnings

Advance Your Earnings

Our Payroll courses blend theoretical knowledge with practical application using industry-leading software like MYOB, Xero, and other payroll systems. This hands-on approach ensures you’re ready for real-world payroll management challenges.

Practical Knowledge

Hands-On Payroll Knowledge

Connect with key industry bodies like AAT, MYOB, Xero, and the Qualified Bookkeepers Association. Our courses offer exclusive access to professional resources, helping you stay at the forefront of the bookkeeping industry.

Expand your Network

Expand your Network

FLEXIBLE PAYMENT OPTIONS

Whether you prefer to pay upfront, weekly, fortnightly, or even monthly, we've got you covered. With our flexible payment options, you'll have the freedom to choose the payment frequency that works best for you. No matter your budget or schedule, we're here to make education affordable and accessible for you.

Pay Upfront

$3,399 + GST

Cost effective option

One-off up-front payment

10-day money back guarantee

MOST AFFORDABLE

Payment Plan

$29

PER WEEK

Budget friendly option with flexibility in payments

Pay weekly, fortnightly or monthly

No deposit, no credit check

Total Cost: $3,399 + GST

Enjoy fantastic FREE benefits when you become a Certified Accounting Technician and member of IPA

IPA delivers value to members through a suite of helpful tools, resources, and benefits

Receive unique opportunities around networking with accountants, bookkeepers and tax agents.

FREE CPD/educational webinars, news and updates and s to IPA events

IPA logo for the Institute of Public Accountants.

FREE E-BOOKS INCLUDED WITH YOUR COURSE

Earn an Industry-Accredited Certificate

Upon successfully completing your course, you’ll be awarded a Certificate of Achievement from The Career Academy. This certificate not only recognises your hard work but also serves as an industry-accredited qualification that will help you stand out in the job market. Whether you’re aiming for a new job or looking to get promoted, this certificate will open doors to better career opportunities.

Stand Out To Employers With

A SEEK Pass Verified Credential

Verify your qualification from The Career Academy with SEEK Pass upon completion, so you can share it on SEEK and stand out to employers as a qualified, job-ready candidate.

*On completion when you receive your certificate, there is a unique SEEK Pass link to verify your certificate within the Learning Platform. These are not verified directly via SEEK

You're Ready to Start If...

If this sounds like you, you're ready to get started today.

You're Ready to Start If...

You want a clear pathway into accounts administration and payroll, with practical skills you can use at work

You want to understand core accounting tasks like journals, ledgers, depreciation, and basic financial statements

You want confidence with real workplace systems, including Xero, MYOB, and payroll processing tasks

You want to strengthen your skills in accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash management, and budgeting

You want flexible online study with clear structure and realistic expectations, so you can build capability step by step

You Don't Need...

Previous accounts or payroll experience to begin

To already know Xero or MYOB before you start

To be confident with financial reports on day one

To study full time or follow fixed class times

To rush, you can build skills steadily and practise as you go

From only $29 per week | 10-day money back guarantee

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WHY THE CAREER ACADEMY?

At The Career Academy, we're more than an online course provider. With over 15 years of experience, we help more than 25,000 students find their path to success every year.

Here's why our students choose us:

Internationally Recognised Qualifications

Our partnerships with leading organisations ensure you receive the most up-to-date and relevant training.

Unlimited Tutor Support

You'll get real-time advice from industry experts, ready to guide you every step of the way.

Career Support Services

From CV reviews to interview preparation, we help you put your best foot forward in your job search.

Flexible Payment Options

Choose a payment plan that fits your budget, whether you prefer to pay upfront or in a manageable weekly payments starting at $29/week.

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