FNS40222 Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping

Formal recognition for individuals in the accounting and bookkeeping industry, including BAS agents and contract bookkeepers, who prepare and lodge activity statements, reconciliations and financial reports.

Overview

Turn years of hands-on bookkeeping and accounts experience into the FNS40222 Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping, a nationally recognised qualification for individuals in the accounting and bookkeeping industry, including business activity statement (BAS) agents and contract bookkeepers. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) allows your experience preparing and lodging activity statements, processing data, completing monthly reconciliations and preparing financial reports to be formally assessed against this qualification rather than starting your learning over. Once your evidence is assessed and confirmed by our partner RTO, you hold the same AQF-recognised Certificate IV as anyone who completed the qualification through classroom-based study. This qualification is currently cited as meeting the Tax Practitioners Board (TPB) education requirements for registration as a BAS agent.

Career Opportunities

Accounts Supervisor

Completes Business Activity Statements, prepares budgets and management reports, and supervises computer-based accounting systems.

Accounts Officer

Performs accounts payable and receivable duties, cashiering, trial balance preparation and EFT and e-business transactions.

Bookkeeper

Establishes and maintains accounting systems, assists with Business Activity Statements, and supervises payroll and finance management systems.

Reference: training.gov.au

Benefits

Industry RecognitionFormal recognition of the activity statement, reconciliation and reporting skills you have already developed, supporting BAS agent registration with the TPB.

Career AdvancementProvides a pathway into further study, such as the Diploma of Accounting, or into a senior bookkeeping or accounts role.

Our Trusted Partners Offering the Qualification

Brighton Pacific Pty. Ltd T/A Australia Institute of Business and Technology

RTO Code: 41138

Nationally Recognised

ASQA Registered

RPL Specialist

Documents & Evidence you might require

Is your experience eligible for certification?

General Documents

Your identification Documents
USI Number
Detailed Resume
Work Reference Letter(s)
Payslips
Previous Qualifications (If Any)

Project & Work Evidence

Financial reports, reconciliations or budgets you have prepared
Business or instalment activity statements you have prepared or lodged
Payroll, accounts payable or accounts receivable records you have processed
Compliance, taxation or regulatory documentation you have completed
Records showing you have supervised or coordinated the work of others in a finance role
Financial system, software or process improvements you have implemented
Client or employer correspondence confirming your financial services responsibilities
Audit, review or year-end adjustment records you have prepared

Working Photos & Videos

Photos taken in a real workplace showing you performing financial services tasks
You clearly visible carrying out accounting, bookkeeping or finance tasks in a professional setting
Videos recorded on site showing you performing financial services tasks
Each video approximately 90-120 seconds long

[NB: RTO might ask for more evidences based on qualification requirements]

Labor Opportunity in Australian Industry

91,800Employed

52Median Age

40%Full-Time Employment Share

Ref: Jobs and Skills Australia (Employed, Median Age) · Jobs and Skills Australia (Full-Time Employment Share)

Industry Average Salary

$1,400Median per week

$72,800Yearly income

Ref: Jobs and Skills Australia (Median per week, Yearly income)

How It Works

Once your Student Agreement is signed and your initial payment is confirmed, your RPL journey begins — here's what to expect at each stage.

Collect Your Evidence

Using your personalised checklist, gather evidence that demonstrates your skills and experience. This may include employment records, certificates, photos, videos, or supervisor references. Your Navigator will guide you every step of the way.

Receive Your Enrolment & RPL Docs

We'll send your Enrolment Form and LLN Assessment to complete first. Following that, you'll receive your SelfAssessment Form and Third-Party Verification Form to work through carefully before moving to the next step.

Submit Your Completed Forms

Complete and sign all required forms, then return them along with your full evidence portfolio. Ensure every section is filled in, all signatures are included, and all supporting documents are attached before submitting.

Assessment and Competency Review

Your RTO Assessor will review and map your evidence against the required unit competencies. Where further clarification is needed, a competency conversation will be conducted to confirm your knowledge and skills.

Outcome Issued

Once assessed as competent across all required units, the RTO will formally issue your certificate or Statement of Attainment. Your real-world experience is now officially recognised as a nationally accredited qualification.

Disclaimer: ATSR is a facilitator of RPL. Qualifications are issued by our partner Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) upon successful assessment.

Payment & Refund

Personalised quote after your consultation

Pricing based on your individual advised pathway

RTO name and all payment options included

No payment until you've accepted your quote

Refunds available in line with our policy

Payment options

✦ 4 interest-free instalments available

Debit / Credit Card

Bank Transfer

Payment Options

Your fees are confirmed before you commit — no surprises.

After your initial consultation, you'll receive a personalised quote that includes your total fee based on your individual advised pathway, the name of the assessing RTO, and all available payment options. No payment is required until you've reviewed and accepted your quote.

Refund Policy

We're committed to your outcome — and we back that with our refund policy.

Our navigators support you through the process to help ensure your portfolio meets the RTO's requirements before it's submitted. If the RTO finds your application ineligible after portfolio submission, you may be entitled to a refund of fees paid to ATSR, in accordance with our and the RTO's refund policy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I get my Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping through RPL if I've been doing the job for years?

Yes, if you've been working in accounts or bookkeeping, RPL lets an RTO formally assess your existing skills against the qualification instead of putting you through the course as if starting from scratch. You'll still go through a real assessment process to prove your skills meet the national standard.

What evidence do I need to show for RPL bookkeeping recognition?

You'll need documents that show you've actually done the work, such as financial reports, reconciliations or budgets you've prepared, BAS or instalment activity statements you've lodged, and payroll or accounts payable/receivable records you've managed. The assessor uses this evidence to check your skills against each unit in the qualification, so keep records that clearly show what you did and when.

Is an RPL Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping recognised the same as one from TAFE?

Yes, it's the same AQF-registered Certificate IV, issued by an ASQA-registered RTO no matter which pathway you use to get it. Employers and further study providers can't tell the difference on the certificate — RPL and full-time study lead to the identical qualification.

What can I do with this qualification once I've got it?

This qualification supports roles like Accounts Supervisor, Accounts Officer and Bookkeeper, covering everything from accounts payable and receivable through to BAS preparation and supervising computer-based accounting systems. It also gives you a recognised base to build on if you later want to work toward a Diploma of Accounting.

Secure your status as a certified accounting and bookkeeping professional today

Turn your accounting and bookkeeping experience into a nationally recognised Certificate IV qualification.