Accounting Technician
Is this course for you?
Do you like working with numbers? Have you an eye for detail? Are you logical, methodical and a problem solver? As an Accounting Technician, you will learn how to practically apply these skills in a wide range of finance roles, from accounts to financial controller and beyond.
| Award Name | Certificate - Irish Prof Body |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | |
| Awarding Body | Accounting Technicians Ireland |
| NFQ Level | |
| Award Name | Diploma - Irish Prof Body |
| NFQ Classification | |
| Awarding Body | Accounting Technicians Ireland |
| NFQ Level |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Certificate - Irish Prof Body | Accounting Technicians Ireland | ||
| Diploma - Irish Prof Body | Accounting Technicians Ireland |
Duration
1 or 2 years full-time. 5 Days. Morning Option Available.
Entry Requirements
• Leaving Certificate with pass grades in 5 Ordinary level subjects (including an O5 in English and either Mathematics or Accounting) OR
• Pass grades in 2 Ordinary level subjects together with 2 pass grades at Higher level (pass grades to include a minimum of an O5 in English and either Mathematics or Accounting).
• If you completed the LCA, then you will need to submit details of all credits awarded.
• If you are a mature student (aged 21 or over) and do not hold the Leaving Certificate, then you are welcome to apply. Each application will be assessed individually.
• You may be eligible for subject exemptions for previously attained relevant qualifications at the discretion of the ATI.
Careers / Further progression
Progression To Further Studies
Graduates can progress, with exemptions, to higher professional accounting qualifications including CPA, ACCA, CIMA, ACA or gain advanced entry to other Business Degree programmes in Ireland including:
BBS (Hons) in Accounting & Finance
Technological University Dublin (Tallaght) - www.tudublin.ie
3rd year of a 4-year part-time programme or full-time programme.
BBS (Hons) Accounting
Institute of Public Administration – www.ipa.ie
3rd year of a 4-year part-time programme.
Job Opportunities
As a graduate of this course, you can pursue careers in a range of areas across the public sector, industry, private accountancy practices and self-employment. Accounting Technicians perform a wide range of roles including:
• Bookkeeping
• Financial Accounting & Budgeting
• Costing & Credit Control
• Payroll Administration
• Tax Returns
Further information
Classes will commence in mid-September 2024.
Course Registration takes place in late August.
You will be invited to the College to attend an induction session prior to class commencement.
If you are a non-EU National, then you should be in compliance with Irish Visa requirements in advance of applying to BFEI.
Application is free! Once you have been offered a place on your chosen course, you will have to pay an acceptance fee of €50 to confirm that you are accepting the place. It is advisable to apply early as many courses fill up quickly.
Other costs (books, kits, optional training etc) vary depending on the course you choose. Specific details regarding costs will be confirmed prior to course commencement
At BFEI, we make every effort to keep charges to a minimum and have now abolished our Student Services Charge.
Information on financial support and eligibility for funding is available from www.studentfinance.ie.
Funding
PLC Maintenance Grant Scheme
The Department of Education and Skills (DES) provides a means-tested maintenance grant scheme for those attending full-time further education courses. Applications are made online to SUSI (Student Universal Support Ireland) at www.susi.ie.
BTEA (Back to Education Allowance)
If you are in receipt of certain social welfare payments, then under the BTEA you may be able to retain your payments while doing a full-time course at BFEI. See www.welfare.ie or www.studentfinance.ie for further details or ask about it at your local Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection Office.
VTOS (Vocational Training and Opportunities Scheme) If you are unemployed and over 21, then under VTOS, you may qualify to do a full-time course at BFEI and retain your social welfare entitlements. VTOS applies to all courses at BFEI, however, early application is advisable as places are limited. See www.welfare.ie for further details on eligibility or ask at your local Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection Office. VTOS Application Forms are available from office@bfei.ie.
OTHER FUNDING SOURCES
Local Partnerships including Southside, Bray, Northside, and Wicklow Working Together may be able to help you out with some funding if you are experiencing financial difficulties. Ask at your Local Partnership Office.
For September 2024 Intake BFEI is open for applications from Wednesday January 10th 2024.
All applications must be made via our website (www.bfei.ie). - View Application Weblink above.
Application is free! Once you have been offered a place on your chosen course, you will have to pay an acceptance fee of €50 to confirm that you are accepting the place. (non-refundable)
You will be involved in the day-to-day practical work of accountancy and play a key operational role in producing reliable financial information. Opportunities exist throughout industry, commerce and in private accountancy practices for qualified Technicians.
What skills will I have when I finish?
You will have gained the knowledge and skills to:
• 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.
What will I study?
Year 1: Certificate for Accounting Technicians
• Financial Accounting
• Business Law
• Business Management
• Taxation
• Spreadsheets
Year 2: Diploma for Accounting Technicians
• Advanced Financial Accounting
• Advanced Taxation
• Management Accounting
• Financial Data Management
Will I do anything additional on the course?
Career advice and help with CV preparation is provided by the Guidance and Career Service.
Assessment is based mainly on end of year examinations which take place in May each year.
What qualifications will I get when I finish the course?
After Year 1, you will be awarded the Certificate for Accounting Technicians.
After Year 2, you can achieve the Diploma for Accounting Technicians, provided you have two years’ work experience. Previous relevant work experience may be considered – see www.accountingtechniciansireland.ie
Blackrock Further Education Institute BFEI
Main Street
Blackrock
Co Dublin
Tel: 01 288 9717
email: office@bfei.ie
Web: www.bfei.ie
Accounting Technicians Ireland
47-49 Pearse Street
Dublin 2
Telephone: 01 649 8100
www.acountingtechnicianireland.ie