Xero Professional Practice

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LAUNCHING SOON! Online Courses Australia’s Xero Professional Practice course is designed to take your Xero payroll skills to the next level. From advanced payroll setup and complex employee scenarios to STP, super, terminations and EOFY finalisation, you’ll build practical skills to confidently manage more complex payroll processes in Xero...

"I run my own business and I wanted to understand Xero better rather than relying on others for every day-to-day task. This Xero course has been practical, easy to follow and simple to fit around running my business. I feel much more confident and managing the everyday financial side of my business, and it’s great knowing support is there if I need it." - David Anspach

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This practical online Xero Professional Practice course is designed for professionals, business owners and experienced Xero users who want to develop more advanced payroll skills and confidently manage complex payroll processes in Xero.

Going beyond the fundamentals, the course explores real-world payroll scenarios including advanced payroll setup, employee onboarding, payroll corrections, STP updates, Modern Awards, payday super, terminations and EOFY finalisation.

You’ll develop practical skills to help you manage payroll more accurately and efficiently while building a stronger understanding of the processes, controls and compliance considerations that sit behind payroll in Xero.

Advanced Xero Skills. Professional Payroll Confidence. 

The benefits of completing this course include:

  • CPD-endorsed, supporting your ongoing professional development
  • Develop advanced, job-relevant Xero payroll skills
  • Learn how to set up and manage more complex employee and payroll scenarios
  • Build confidence managing payroll corrections and STP updates
  • Understand Modern Awards, employment types and important payroll boundaries
  • Develop practical knowledge of payday super, reconciliation and compliance processes
  • Learn how to manage terminations, final pay and STP corrections
  • Build stronger payroll reconciliation and EOFY finalisation skills
  • Discover ways to improve payroll efficiency and employee self-service
  • Develop stronger payroll controls to support accuracy and reduce errors
  • FREE access to the CCH eBook library upon enrolment
  • Access trusted resources created by industry experts to support further learning and professional development
  • Gain an industry-led course endorsed by ICOES (International Council for Online Educational Standards)

This course is ideal for:

  • Payroll officers and payroll administrators looking to strengthen their Xero skills
  • Bookkeepers and accounts professionals wanting to develop more advanced payroll capabilities
  • Accounting and finance professionals who work with Xero payroll
  • Small business owners and managers responsible for employees and payroll
  • Office managers and administrators with payroll responsibilities
  • Existing Xero users ready to progress beyond the fundamentals

What you will learn:

  1. Advanced Payroll Setup & Controls
  2. Complex Employee Setup & Onboarding
  3. Payroll Corrections & STP Updates
  4. Modern Awards, Employment Types & Payroll Boundaries
  5. Payday Super, Reconciliation & Compliance
  6. Termination, Final Pay & STP Corrections
  7. Payroll Reconciliation & EOFY Finalisation
  8. Payroll Efficiency & Employee Self-Service

By the end of the course, you’ll have a stronger understanding of how to manage advanced payroll processes in Xero, from employee setup and ongoing payroll through to corrections, compliance, terminations and EOFY, helping you work more confidently and efficiently in a professional payroll environment.

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Why students love learning with us

We don't use dense academic text books. Instead, we design digestible step-by-step modules and high-quality video sessions, backed by 24/7 tutorial support. The lessons are all taught on demand, and assessments are generally short answer or multiple-choice and can be re-taken as many times as needed. They’re perfect for people with busy lives and families who want to better themselves while unlocking better opportunities.
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We are CPD endorsed. Completing CPD-endorsed learning gives you CPD Points. These points are recognised by employers. You will receive evidence of your CPD points on your Course Completion Acknowledgement and digital badge issued by Credly.
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Enrol at any time and study on your own terms. Assessments are designed to improve comprehension rather than test the recall of facts in a timed setting.
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Upon successful completion of this course you will receive a course completion acknowledgement and short form credential for: Xero Professional Practice.

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We are CPD endorsed. Completing CPD endorsed learning gives you CPD Points. These points are recognised by employers. You will receive evidence of your CPD points on your Course Completion Acknowledgement and digital badge issued by Credly.

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CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and is the term used to describe the learning activities professionals engage in to develop and enhance their skills and knowledge. Completing CPD endorsed learning gives you CPD Points. These points can then be used in your portfolio/resume or future career as a professional. Online Courses Australia is endorsed with the CPD Service.
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Career Pathways

  • Bookkeeper/Accounts Assistant
  • Accounts Payable or Receivable Officer
  • Payroll Officer/Payroll Administrator
  • Finance or Accounts Administrator
  • Office Administrator/Manager
  • Small Business Owner/Operator
  • Administration Assistant with Accounts Duties
  • Junior Finance Team Member
  • Virtual Assistant with Bookkeeping Duties
  • Business Support Officer

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Delivered 100% online, no classroom required

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Assessments are short-answer and multiple-choice

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Course Topics

Advanced Payroll Setup & Controls

Complex Employee Setup & Onboarding

Payroll Corrections & STP Updates

Modern Awards, Employment Types & Payroll Boundaries

Payday Super, Reconciliation & Compliance

Termination, Final Pay & STP Corrections

Payroll Reconciliation & EOFY Finalisation

Payroll Efficiency & Employee Self-Service

 

Course Delivery & Start

Start anytime flexible study
 

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Real-world mentor with industry experience

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