Full Course—Digital Bookkeeper & Payroll Administrator | Foundation Stage South Africa

Securing a great job in South Africa requires strong digital skills. This 170-hour course gives you the exact tools needed for the local economy. You will finish practical tasks to gain real office confidence. Our training offers a simple path for anyone to enter the finance sector.

Correct data management helps every South African company grow. Students learn how to balance ledger books and monitor business profits. Our modules explain the rules of accounting in very plain language. You will gain the ability to manage accounts for many different firms.

The curriculum follows the rules set by the South African Revenue Service (SARS). You will study the specific tax laws that apply to businesses nationwide. Lessons cover vital topics such as Value Added Tax (VAT) and annual tax filings. We also teach you about national labour laws and employer duties.

Entry Requirements

You do not have to be university-educated to enrol in this course. We take students of all kinds from different backgrounds. The beginning of this course is very basic, which will make your learning easier.

Duration

Most students complete their training in 4 to 6 months. How quickly you learn will determine when you graduate.

Exemptions

Learners with local finance certificates might get credit for certain units. We also accept qualifications from other global professional groups. Talk to our team to see if your past study counts.

Online Delivery Modes

Access all your study materials from any part of South Africa. Our digital platform stays open 24 hours a day. You can learn from home while you handle your daily life.

Course Curriculum

This course will help you gain employment in bookkeeping and payroll. Each lecture aligns with what is required by local businesses. You will learn:

Accounting Concepts
SARS Compliance & VAT
Payroll & UIF Records
Data Entry Skills
Excel for Finance
Cloud Accounting Tools

Theoretical Knowledge

SARS: Learn the tax laws for many types of business firms. You will discover how to prepare VAT returns correctly. Staying correct helps local businesses run smoothly.

Payroll: Learn the procedure for paying employee salaries. This will involve computing taxes and deductions, including UIF, for each employee.

Job Roles

Bookkeeper
Accounts Receivable Officer
Sales Ledger Clerk
Purchase Ledger Clerk
Accounts Payable Officer
Payroll Officer

Why Choose This Course?

Top Software: Learn QuickBooks and Sage from home.
Full Access: Study from any city in South Africa.
Local Rules: Master SARS, VAT, and tax filings.
Career Growth: Graduate with skills that employers value.

Start now – master digital bookkeeping in South Africa.

Contact ACDAP for specialist insight and learning tips about the course.