FNS40222 Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping

About the course

This Certificate IV builds specialised, practical skills for entry-level work in the financial services sector. You learn core bookkeeping and accounting support tasks, including processing transactions, preparing financial reports, managing subsidiary ledgers, using computerised accounting systems, and completing BAS/IAS and payroll activities. The qualification is designed to get you job-ready quickly and can also provide a pathway to further study in accounting and finance at Certificate IV level.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles supporting finance teams or providing bookkeeping services across many industries. Typical pathways include accounts or finance assistant positions, bookkeeping roles (including contract bookkeeping), and work involving transaction processing, reconciliations and reporting support. The course content aligns with work such as BAS/IAS preparation and payroll administration, helping you contribute to day-to-day financial operations as a Certificate IV-level accounting and finance professional.

Living Costs in Melbourne**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 15 - 20	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,583 - 2,094	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,207 - 1,596
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 9	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 240 - 318

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)