Course Title: Process accounts payable and receivable
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2014
Course Code: ACCT5269C
Course Title: Process accounts payable and receivable
School: 650T TAFE Business
Campus: City Campus
Program: C4223 - Certificate IV in Business Administration
Course Contact : Sylvia Baroutis
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 5469
Course Contact Email:sylvia.baroutis@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Anjella Davydov
Nominal Hours: 30
Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.
Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
This course covers the maintenance of accounts payable and accounts receivable records, including processing payments to creditors and handling overdue accounts receivable. The course is suitable for individuals employed (or seeking employment) in a range of work environments supporting the accounting functions and aspects of an enterprise.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
BSBFIA303A Process accounts payable and receivable |
Element: |
4. Process payments for accounts payable |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Reconcile accounts payable statements with accounting records, in accordance with organisational policy and procedures 4.2 Check payment documentation for accuracy of information and discrepancies and rectify errors, in accordance with organisational requirements |
Element: |
1. Maintain financial journal systems |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Check source documents for accuracy and appropriate authorisation 1.2 Refer errors and discrepancies in source documents for resolution, in accordance with organisational policy and procedures 1.3 Enter transactions into cash and credit journal system in accordance with organisational policy and procedures, and relevant legislation and compliance requirements 1.4 Total credit journals in accordance with organisational policy and procedures |
Element: |
2. Prepare bank reconciliations |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Check cash journals against bank statements to identify differences 2.2 Update cash journals with relevant data from bank statements 2.3 Identify discrepancies and refer to appropriate staff member, organisation or agency 2.4 Total cash journals in accordance with organisational policy and procedures 2.5 Prepare regular reconciliation reports within designated timeline |
Element: |
3. Maintain accounts payable and accounts receivable systems |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Enter transactions into individual accounts payable and receivable, in accordance with organisational policy and accounting requirements 3.2 Prepare schedules of accounts payable and accounts receivable for reconciliation purposes, in accordance with organisational requirements 3.3 Reconcile schedules accounts payable and accounts receivable with journal data or general ledger, in accordance with organisational requirements |
Element: |
5. Prepare statements for accounts receivable |
Performance Criteria: |
5.1 Produce and check accounts receivable statements for accuracy of content in accordance with organisational policy and procedures 5.2 Rectify discrepancies and statements despatched within designated time lines |
Element: |
6. Follow up outstanding accounts |
Performance Criteria: |
6.1 Maintain accounts receivable ledger system, in accordance with organisational requirements, to reflect current credit situation 6.2 Conduct aged analysis of accounts receivable to identify outstanding accounts and to determine collection procedures, in accordance with organisational requirements 6.3 Report or follow-up outstanding accounts in accordance with organisational policy and procedures 6.4 Monitor and review credit terms in accordance with credit policy and procedures |
Learning Outcomes
Details of Learning Activities
Students will engage in reading, class discussions and ’hands-on’ computer exercises and activities related to the development of the skills and knowledge to be able to process accounts payable and receivable.
Teaching Schedule
| Week beginning | Topic | Assessments |
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Week 1 10 February
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Introduction Introduction to Accounting Concepts Source Documents - What are they? |
Underpinning knowledge |
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Week 2 17 February
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Processing business transactions | Portfolio Activity |
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Week 3 24 February |
Processing business transactions - Sales invoicing |
Portfolio Activity
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Week 4 3 March |
Processing business transactions - Sales invoicing | Portfolio Activity Chp 4 cont. |
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Week 5 10 March |
Processing business transactions - Adjustments | Portfolio Activity Chp 4 cont. Chp 5/6 |
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Week 6 17 March |
Processing business transactions - Customer payments and banking statements | Portfolio Activity Chp 7 |
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Week 7 24 March |
Consolidation | Portfolio Activity Chp 8 |
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Week 8 31 March |
Revision - Accounts receivable | Portfolio Activity |
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Week 9 07 April |
Purchases | Portfolio Activity Chp 10 |
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Week 10 14 April |
Payment to suppliers | Portfolio Activity Chp 11 |
| Week 11 | Consolidation/Cash payments | Portfolio Activity Chp 12/13 |
| 18-27 APRIL | MID SEMESTER BREAK | |
| Week 12 | Cash payments | Portfolio Activity Chp 13/14 |
| Week 13 | Reconciling the cheque accounts | Portfolio Activity Chp 15 |
| Week 14 | Integrated exercise | Final Assessment Unit 16 |
| Week 15 | Resits | |
| Week 16 | Review/Resits |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
Software Publications - A Step by Step Approach to Process Accounts Payable and Receivable using MYOB AccountRight v 19 |
978192170004 |
References
Other Resources
Overview of Assessment
Assessment may incorporate a variety of methods including in-class exercises, problem-solving exercises, assignments, group or individual projects, presentations and written or practical tests, as well as homework activities.
Other activities may be workplace-based or simulated work practices. These may include the production of technical requirements documents, direct observation of workplace practices and the presentation of a portfolio of evidence. This portfolio may include documents, photographs, video and/or audio files.
Students are advised that they are likely to be asked to personally demonstrate their assessment work to their teacher to ensure that the relevant competency standards are being met. Students will be provided with feedback throughout the course to check their progress.
Assessment Tasks
There are two assessments for this unit:
ASSESSMENT 1 - Portfolio of evidence - Weekly activities - submitted weekly in class
The final portfolio comprising all activities should be resubmitted in Week 16.
ASSESSMENT 2 - Final assessment - Unit 16 - Textbook
This assessment is open book.
Marking Guide (competency
Vocational Education and Training (VET) is based on current industry needs and the focus on preparing you for the workplace. Because VET courses are informed by practical application of knowledge and skills, they are based on a system known as "competency-based training" (CBT). So when you are assessed in VET it is about whether you are competent to do the job, as well as having a firm grasp on the knowledge and skills required to do that job, as opposed to traditional curriculum based educational settings that are often based on knowledge retention.
You need to demonstrate you are competent in each element of the unit of competency you are studying. You will receive feedback on each assessment task that will inform you whether you are competent or not and how well you are performing. Once competent in all elements of the unit you pass that unit of competency.
Marking Guide (Grading)
After achieving competency we then grade your performance in the unit; this gives you the opportunity to have the level of your performance formally recognised against industry standards and employability skills.
Final Grades Table:
CHD Competent with High Distinction
CDI Competent with Credit
CAG Competency Achieved - Graded
NYC Not Yet Competent
DNS Did Not Submit for assessment
Further information regarding the application of the grading criteria will be provided by your teacher
Graded assessment criteria - when your work is assessed the following criteria are used:
1. Level of independence, initiative, enterprise and performance of the work task
You will need to show that you can use initiative, enterprise and accepted performance to produce the exercises and activities on a weekly basis. After receiving feedback from your teacher, you will need to show that you have improved your skills, based on the feedback given.
2. Demonstrated breadth of underinning knowledge and a willingness to continue learning
You will identify the underpining knowledge/skills required to develop and use complex spreadshets. In particular you should demonstrate literacy skills in being able to interpret and follow instructions in the self-paced textbook and undertake backup procedures in order to protect the security of your work. In addition, you will need to demonstrate a variety of strategies to be able to plan and review your own work, including proofreading and editing skills to check for the accuracy and consistency of information. You will also need to demonstrate numeracy skills when developing and using MYOB as well as an understanding of the technical software functions of MYOB. You should identify any gaps in your knowledge/skills and demonstrate a willingness to continue learning by actively seeking assistance from your teacher in the first instance. You will need to demonstrate your understanding of relevant legislation, standards and codes that may affect business operatins, such as ant-discrmination legislation, ethical principles, codes of practice and occupational health ad safety.
3. Techniques and processes, technology skills and problem solving
You will demonstrate an understanding of advanced functions of MYOB software as these apply in a business context.
4. Work organisation, planning and self-management
You will demonstrate your organisational skills by ensuring you attend classes and bring all resources required to learn the required skills, for example textbooks, notes and any other required resources. You will also complete the self-paced exercises and activities in a timely manner, as far as practicable, produce these when requested to your teacher, in the weeks when these become due.
5. Communication, people networking, language and interpersonal skills and teamwork.
You will communicate in a manner suitable for a business environment while in class. You will be aware of others needs and maintain a respectful manner when communicating with both teachers and your peers.
Submission Requirements
Assessment tasks need to be submitted in class, or via MyRMIT, if required.
Late Submission Procedures
You are required to submit assessment items and/or ensure performance based assessment is completed by the due dates.
If you are prevented from submitting an assessment item on time, by circumstances outside your control, you may apply in advance to your teacher for an extension to the due date of up to seven calendar days.
More information: http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/assessment/extension
Form to use: http://mams.rmit.edu.au/seca86tti4g4z.pdf
Where an extension of greater than seven days is needed, you must apply for special consideration. Applications for special consideration must be submitted no later than two working days after the assessment task deadline or scheduled examination.
More information: http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse:ID=g43abm17h9w (unresolved)
Resubmissions:
If you are found to be Not Yet Competent in a Course Assessment Task you will be allowed one resubmission only. Your teacher will provide feedback regarding what you need to do to improve and will set a new deadline for the resubmission. The highest grade you will receive if your resubmission is successful is "CAG".
If you are still not meeting the assessment requirements you must apply to your Program Manager in writing outlining the steps you will take to demonstrate competence in your course. Your submissiojn will be considered by the Program Team and you will be advised of the outcome as soon as possible.
Adjustments to Assessment
In certain circumstances students may be eligible for an assessment adjustment. For more information about the circumstances under which the assessment arrangements might be granted please access the following website:
More information: http://rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=7usdbki1fjf31
You should:
- Ensure that you submit assessments on or before the due date. If your performance in the assessment is affected by unexpected circumstances, you should consider applying for Special Consideration. Information on the process and application forms are available through myRMIT and links in the Student Diary.
- Always retain a copy of your assessment tasks (hard copy and soft copy)
- When you submit work for assessment at RMIT University you need to use a cover sheet that includes a declaration and statement of authorship. You must complete, sign and submit a cover sheet withall work you submit for assessment, whether individual or group work. On the cover sheet you declare that the work you are presenting for assessment is your own work. An assignment cover sheet for submission of work for assessment is available on Blackboard.
- Each page of your assessment should include a footer with your name, student number, the title of the assessment, unit code and title and page numbers.
Assessment Matrix
Other Information
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RMIT Library
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