This specialist qualification covers the competencies required of senior finance officers in the public sector. Electives should reflect the responsibilities of the individual and the job skills required for effective performance. Where a free choice of Electives is possible in the qualification packaging rules, Electives may also be drawn from other Training Packages to reflect the work context and career plans of the individual.
This qualification requires 11 units of competency including: 7 core units 4 elective units Choose 4 electives from the list below: a minimum of 3 from the electives list; the remaining unit from elsewhere within this Training Package, or from another endorsed Training Package or Accredited Course. Units selected should not duplicate content already covered by other units in this qualification. All elective units must be selected from an equivalent qualification level or higher, unless otherwise stated. ** For this qualification, a maximum of 1 unit from Certificate IV level may be used. | |
Core Units | |
Promote the values and ethos of public service | |
Undertake research and analysis | |
Promote diversity | |
Use complex workplace communication strategies | |
Promote compliance with legislation in the public sector | |
Monitor and maintain workplace safety | |
Apply public sector financial policies and processes | |
Electives | |
Provide financial and business performance information | |
Manage budgets and forecasts | |
Establish and maintain accounting information systems | |
Implement and maintain internal control procedures | |
Provide management accounting information | |
Prepare complex tax returns | |
Implement tax plans and evaluate tax compliance | |
Reconcile and monitor accounts receivable | |
Maintain integrity of financial systems | |
Develop and monitor policy and procedures | |
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