• AURS241608A - Carry out cash and/or credit/funds transfer transactions

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AURS241608A
Carry out cash and/or credit/funds transfer transactions

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit of competence applies to the following and should be contextualised to the qualification it is being applied:

retail, service and repair administration/sales finance - cash and non-cash transactions.

This unit of competency covers the competence required to undertake cash, cheque, credit/funds transfer card transactions. It also includes preparation and dispatch of debtor invoices.

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)

Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.




Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

It is essential that competence in this unit signifies ability to transfer competence to changing circumstances and to respond to unusual circumstances in the critical aspects of:

conducting cash and non-cash transactions

preparation of invoices

interpreting and communicating operational information

safe work practices

operation of office/sales equipment

communicating effectively with others involved in or affected by the work.

Context of, and specific resources for assessment

Underpinning knowledge and skills may be assessed on or off the job

The following are required:

cash and non-cash transaction equipment

computer software/hardware, calculator, office equipment, enterprise stationery, safes, cash register, EFTPOS systems, credit card systems, stock scanning/ pricing equipment, postage equipment

a qualified workplace assessor.

Method of assessment

Assessment of practical skills must take place only after a period of supervised practice and repetitive experience. If workplace conditions are not available assessment in simulated workplace conditions is acceptable

Prescribed outcome must be able to be achieved without direct supervision

Practical assessments:

recognise denominations of Australian currency notes and coinage

access and apply cash/credit systems

receive cash, perform calculations and give correct change

use equipment

handle cash correctly

use security systems (where applicable)

prepare and dispatch invoices

Competence in this unit may be assessed in conjunction with other functional units which together form part of the holistic work role.

Guidance information for assessment


Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assingnment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

Required skills

collect, organise and understand information related to collation of cheques for processing

communicate ideas and information on irregularities in cash balancing to appropriate persons

plan and organise activities for the development of invoices

work with others and in a team with office persons to develop invoices

use mathematical ideas and techniques to count cash

establish diagnostic processes which re-count cash and credit transactions to balance books

use workplace technology related to record sales

Required knowledge

money handling security methods

personal safety requirements

applicable legislation

GST information

equipment safety requirements

enterprise transaction policies

cash/credit/funds transfer systems

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Methods

Methods include:

conducting sales transactions using cash and non-cash procedures

telephone, fax, written communication, verbal

preparation of debtor invoices

Specific requirements may include:

literacy/numeracy

Occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements

OHS requirements may include:

state/territory/industry OHS requirements

Work is carried out in accordance with award provisions

Resources

Resources may include:

cash and non-cash transaction equipment

invoice dispatching system

computer software/hardware, calculators, office equipment, enterprise stationery, safes, cash register, EFTPOS systems, credit card systems, stock scanning/ pricing equipment, postage equipment

Information/documents

Sources of information/documents may include:

enterprise operating procedures

job cards

product manufacturer/component supplier specifications

company stationery

customer requirements

industry/workplace codes of practice

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Cash is received and counted 
Correct balance is determined, taking price, invoices, discounts, etc. into account, and correct change is given 
Irregularities are noted and referred to appropriate persons for resolution 
Cash is stored according to enterprise policies and procedures 
Receipts are issued and transaction documented according to enterprise policies and procedures 
Correct documentation and equipment for particular credit/funds transfer card is identified and accessed 
Credit/funds transfer card recording device is identified and accessed 
Recording device is operated according to provider procedures and taking into account enterprise credit limits 
Irregularities are noted and referred to appropriate persons for resolution 
Receipts are issued and transaction documented according to enterprise policies and procedures 
Cheques are received and examined for correctness (amount, dates and signature) 
Irregularities are noted and referred to appropriate persons for resolution 
Cheques are stored according to enterprise policies and procedures 
Receipts are issued and transaction documented according to enterprise policies and procedures 
Calculations are performed to produce accurate customer invoices 
Documentation is completed to ensure accuracy of content 
Invoices are distributed to appropriate persons/section for certification prior to being dispatched 
Verified invoices are dispatched within designated time limits 
Invoices are copied and filed for auditing purposes according to enterprise policies and procedures 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

AURS241608A - Carry out cash and/or credit/funds transfer transactions
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I declare that the assessment tasks submitted for this unit are my own work.

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Result: Competent Not yet competent

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Assessment Record Sheet

AURS241608A - Carry out cash and/or credit/funds transfer transactions

Student name:

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Assessment task 1: [title] Result: Competent Not yet competent

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Overall assessment result: Competent Not yet competent

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