Prepare Income Tax Returns
Australian Academy as a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) in partnership with Advance Tax &
Accounting (ATA) offers an accredited tax course to become a qualified tax preparer.
BECOME AN ACCREDITED TAX PREPARER
Course Descriptor
This
course covers the preparation of income tax returns for individuals in
accordance with statutory requirements. (See course content below).
Application of the Course
This
course requires the application of skills and knowledge required to
prepare income tax returns for individuals in accordance with statutory
requirements. The course encompasses gathering and verifying data,
calculating taxable income and reviewing compliance. This course has
application to accountants and registered tax agents.
Who should do the course?
This
course is specifically designed for those people seeking work with Tax
Agents during the tax season, full or part time as a tax preparer
consultant. If you want to earn income as a tax preparer, apply for this
course right now. No previous experience is necessary. There is a
continuing need for qualified income tax consultants. The Australian
Academy accredited TAX preparer course assumes students have no prior
tax knowledge and teaches students a solid and working understanding of
the intricacies of tax return preparation.
Delivery Methods and Duration
This
course is delivered through blended face to face classroom learning and
students self pace.
Days: Tuesday & Thursdays
Time: 9:30am - 12:30pm
Duration: 60 Hours
Course Outcomes
National
Statement of Attainment issued by Australian Academy on successful
competency, the Statement of Attainment granted by Australian Academy is
accredited by the Department of Education and Training (DET). This
program is nationally recognised under the Australian Quality Training
Framework (AQTF).
After Graduation
Top
graduates of the course may receive job interviews. To be eligible for a
job interview you must achieve a competent benchmark, have reasonable
availability for work during the tax season and, of course, have sound
communication skills. ATA representative can give you further details.
Graduates, naturally are under no obligation to accept employment, nor
is ATA under any obligation to offer employment.
Unemployed?
Contact
your local Job Services Australia, Centrelink or Government agency for
details about eligibility for assistance for training courses. (Not
Austudy approved).
Business policies and procedures may include:
- Reporting requirements
- Financial analysis assessments
- Electronic data entry
- Recording and filing systems
- Standard financial analysis techniques
- Financial management manuals
Discrepancies may include:
- Expenditure report mismatches
- Incorrect payments
- Absence of auditable trail
- Inappropriate authorisations
- Variances from budget
- Incorrect report formats
Asset and liabilities may include:
- Property investments
- Shares, bonds, securities
- Loans, leases, debts
- Plant and equipment
- Cash
Tax may include:
- Capital Gains Tax (CGT)
- Individual income tax
- Partnership
Revenue gathering practices may include:
- Sales
- Leasing
- Investments
- Billing schedules
- Lending and financing
- Fees and charges
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Source documentation may include:
- Order and supplier documentation
- Financial institution statements
- Taxation and statutory returns
- Vehicle log books
- Statutory declarations
- Invoices
- Receipts
Revenue documentation may include:
- Invoices
- Declarations
- Bills
- Sales proceeds
- Cash received
- Debit notes
Returns and statements may include:
- Financial statements
- Financial institution statements
- Asset usage reports
- Taxation declarations
- Inventory usage reports
Obligations may include:
- Lodgement dates
- Supporting documentation
- Explanatory statements
- Repayment schedules
Statutory requirements may include:
- Reporting periods
- Taxation payment timings
- Delegated authorities
- Internal control procedures
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Register Today...
Class sizes are limited, so it is advisable to enrol early to ensure a place in the class of your choice.
Course Details
Venue: Australian Academy
Address: Level 1, 44 Rocky Point Road, Kogarah, NSW, 2217
Date: 3/05/2011 9:30:00 AM
Duration: 60 hours
Price: $595.00