What is an accounting technician?
Accounting Technicians are qualified accounting professionals that work at all levels of finance. They can work in all types of organisations and are widely employed throughout the public sector, industry and commerce and in private accountancy practices.
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What do they do?
Accounting Technicians are involved in the day-to-day practical work of accountancy and play a key operational role in producing reliable financial information. Accounting Technicians can perform a wide range of finance roles, from accounts staff to financial controller and beyond. For instance, they can do financial accounting and budgeting, costing and credit control, payroll administration and tax returns. More experienced Accounting Technicians may often perform senior managerial tasks and audits. Want to know more read our blog post on accounting technicians stepping stone to a professional practice and a great career.
In short: superb. Accounting Technicians can work on their own or alongside professional accountants. In a small company, they may be the only qualified employee looking after the finance function, while in a larger company, they may be working as part of a team alongside accountants and administrative staff. While they are not accountants, they can perform many of the same functions and are qualified to take accounts beyond trial balance stage, as well as prepare full financial accounts.
What is the course?
A two-year part time professional programme that entitles graduates to membership of Accounting Technicians Ireland (formerly IATI) – established in 1983 and the leading accounting technician body in Ireland.
What will I learn?
The first year is called the Foundation Level. Students are introduced to the fundamentals of accounting and finance. The second year of study is called the Admission Level, where students build on the knowledge gained in the first year.
When is the course?
The academic year runs from September to April and classes are held on a Tuesday and Thursday evening 6.30pm to 9.45pm. See our course calendar for details.
What are the entrance requirements?
Minimal, just five passes in the Leaving Certificate. Mature applicants (over 24) who do not meet the academic requirement will also be considered on the basis of their work experience.
When are the examinations?
The exams are held in May each year. Repeat exams take place in September. Students have 5 years over which they must complete the exams; however the majority of students would complete the exams during the two-year programme.
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