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Curricullem Accounts and Budget Support Level III
Curricullem Accounts and Budget Support Level III
Curriculum
Royal College
TVT Curriculum
ACCOUNTS AND BUDGET SERVICE LEVEL III
Based on
Ethiopian Occupational Standard (EOS)
Oct. 2018
Ministry of Education
August 2012
Royal College TVET
Curriculum
Preface
This curriculum has been developed by a group of experts/trainers from different occupations
in the Business and Finance sector of Royal College based on the Occupational Standard
for basic clerical work. It has the character of a model curriculum and is an example on how
to transform the occupational requirements as defined in the respective Occupational
Standard into an adequate curriculum.
The curriculum development process has been actively supported and facilitated by the
Royal College – in line with one of its mandates to provide technical support to the
curriculum developers/trainers.
1. TVET-Program Design
1.1 TVET-Program Title: Basic Accounting Works Level II
TVET-Program Design
The prime objective of this training program is to equip the learners with the
identified competences specified in the EOS. Graduates are therefore expected to
deliver a service to customers, process and maintain workplace information, handle
mail, contribute to workplace innovation, produce simple word processed
documents, communicate electronically, identify suitability for micro business, use
basic clerical support technology, maintain daily financial/basic clerical support
records, participate in workplace communication, work in team environment, develop
basic clerical support practice in accordance with the performance criteria described
in the EOS.
EIS ACB3 01 0812 Process Financial Transactions and Extract Interim Reports
EIS ACB3 02 0812 Administer Subsidiary Accounts and Ledgers
EIS ACB3 03 0812 Perform Financial Calculations
EIS ACB3 04 0812 Design and Produce Business Documents
EIS ACB3 05 0812 Administer Financial Accounts
EIS ACB3 06 0812 Prepare, Match and Process Receipts
EIS ACB3 07 0812 Process Payment Documentation
EIS ACB3 08 0812 Process Applications for Credit
EIS ACB3 09 0812 Monitor and Control Accounts Receivable
EIS ACB3 10 0812 Balance Cash Holdings
EIS ACB3 11 0812 Process Payroll
EIS ACB3 12 0812 Prepare Financial Reports
EIS ACB3 13 0812 Produce Spreadsheets
EIS ACB3 14 0812 Calculate Taxes, Fees and Charges
EIS ACB3 15 0812 Handle Foreign Currency Transactions
EIS ACB3 16 0812 Maintain Automatic Teller Machine (ATM) Services
EIS ACB3 17 0812 Maintain Business Records
EIS ACB3 18 0812 Process Customer Complaints
EIS ACB3 19 0812 Deliver and Monitor a Service to Customers
EIS ACB3 20 0812 Monitor Implementation of Work plan /Activities
EIS ACB3 21 0812 Apply Quality Control
EIS ACB3 22 0812 Lead Work place Communication
EIS ACB3 23 0812 Lead Small Teams
EIS ACB3 24 0812 Improve Business Practice
The Program will have duration of 986 hours including cooperative training.
No special target group is assigned for the Program. Any citizen who meet the entry
requirements and capable of participating in the learning activities is entitled to take
part in the Program.
Hour
Unit of Competence Module Code& Title Learning Outcomes
s
EIS ACB3 01 Process Financial EIS ACB3 M01 Processing _71_
0812 Financial 1. Check and verify supporting documentation
Transactions and 0812
Transactions and 2. Prepare and process banking and petty cash
Extract Interim Reports documents
Extract Interim
Reports 3. Prepare and process invoices for payment to
creditors and for debtors
4. Prepare journals and batch monetary items
5. Post journals to ledger
6. Enter data into system
7. Prepare deposit facility and lodge flows
8. Extract a trial balance and interim reports
EIS ACB3 Administer Subsidiary EIS ACB3 Administering 1.Review accounts receivable process 65__
02 0812 Accounts and Ledgers M02 0812 Subsidiary 2.Identify bad and doubtful debts _
Accounts and 3.Review compliance with terms and conditions
Ledgers and plan recovery action
4.Prepare reports and file documentation
5.Distribute creditors invoices for authorization
6.Remit payments to creditors
7.Prepare accounts paid report and reconcile
balances outstanding
EIS ACB3 Perform Financial EIS ACB3 M03 Performing 1.Obtain data and resources for financial 30
03 0812 Calculations 0812 Financial calculations
Calculations 2.Select appropriate methods and carry out
financial calculations
3.Check calculations and record outcomes
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EIS ACB3 04 Design and Produce EIS ACB3 M04 Designing and 1. Select and prepare resources 45
0812 Business Documents 0812 Producing 2. Design document
Business 3. Produce document
Documents 4. Finalize document
EIS ACB3 05 Administer Financial EIS ACB3 M05 Administering 1.Allocate customer payments 30
0812 Accounts 0812 Financial 2.Reconcile accounts
Accounts 3.Maintain customer details
EIS ACB3 06 Prepare, Match and EIS ACB3 M06 Preparing, Match 1.Receive, identify and record receipts 45
0812 0812 and Process 2.Match receipts to documentation
Process Receipts
Receipts etc 3.Enter data to systems
4.File documentation
EIS ACB3 07 Process Payment EIS ACB3 M07 Processing 65
0812 0812 1. Enter data to system
Documentation Payment
Documentation 2 Create payment facility
3. Verify payments against documentation
4. Effect payments
5. File documentation
EIS ACB3 08 Process Applications EIS ACB3 M08 Processing 1. Check and verify application details 35
0812 0812 2. Submit assessment and decision
for Credit Applications for
Credit 3. Maintain application records and
complete necessary documentation
BUF ACB3 Monitor and Control EIS ACB3 M09 Monitoring and 1. Collect and record monies due 40
09 0812 0812 2. Review compliance with terms and conditions
Accounts Receivable Controlling
Accounts 3. Resolve disputed amounts within
Receivable predetermined parameters
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EIS ACB3 12 Prepare Financial EIS ACB3 12 Preparing 1. Maintain asset register __40
0812 0812
Reports Financial Reports 2. Record general journal entries for balance _
day adjustments
3. Prepare final general ledger accounts
4. Prepare end of period financial reports
EIS ACB3 13 Produce Spreadsheets EIS ACB3 13 Producing 1. Select and prepare resources _60_
0812 0812 2. Plan spreadsheet design
Spreadsheets _
3. Create spreadsheet
4. Produce simple charts
5. Finalize spreadsheets
EIS ACB3 14 Calculate Taxes, Fees EIS ACB3 14 Calculating 1. Assess goods and documents for duty and 35
0812 0812 tax liability
and Charges Taxes, Fees and
Charges 2. Calculate taxes, fees and charges
3. Complete transaction records
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EIS ACB3 19 Deliver and Monitor a EIS ACB3 19 Delivering and 1. Identify customer needs 35
0812 0812
Service to Customers Monitoring a 2. Deliver a service to customers
Service to
Customers 3. Monitor and report on service delivery
EIS ACB3 20 Monitor EIS ACB3 20 Monitoring 1. Monitor and improve workplace operations 45
0812 0812 2. Plan and organise workflow
Implementation of Implementation of
Work plan /Activities Work plan 3. Maintain workplace records
/Activities 4. Solve problems and make decisions
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EIS ACB3 21 Apply Quality Control EIS ACB3 21 Applying Quality 1. Implement quality standards 65
0812 0812 2. Assess quality of service delivered
Control
3. Record information
4. Study causes of quality deviations
5. Complete documentation
EIS ACB3 22 Lead Work place EIS ACB3 22 Leading Work 35
0812 Communication 0812 place 1. Communicate information about workplace
Communication processes
2. Lead workplace discussion
3. Identify and communicate issues arising in the
workplace
EIS ACB3 23 Lead Small Teams EIS ACB3 23 Leading Small 1. Provide team leadership 40
0812 0812 2. Assign responsibilities
Teams
3. Set performance expectations for team
members
4. Supervised team performance
EIS ACB3 24 Improve Business EIS ACB3 24 Improving 1. Diagnose the business
0812 Practice 0812 Business Practice 2. Benchmark the business
3. Develop plans to improve business
performance
4.Develop marketing and promotional plans
5. Develop business growth plans
6. Implement and monitor plans
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The formative assessment is incorporated in the learning modules and form part of
the learning process. Formative evaluation provides the learner with feedback
regarding success or failure in attaining learning outcomes. It identifies the specific
learning errors that need to be corrected, and provides reinforcement for successful
performance as well. For the trainer/facilitator, formative evaluation provides
information for making instruction and remedial work more effective.
Summative Evaluation the other form of evaluation is given when all the modules in
the unit of competence have been accomplished. It determines the extent to which
competence have been achieved. And, the result of this assessment decision shall
be expressed in the term ‘competent or not yet competent’.
2.2 Cheques and card vouchers are checked for validity before processing
LO3. Prepare and process invoices for payment to creditors and for debtors
3.1 3.1 Invoices are prepared in accordance with organizational procedures
3.2 Invoices are checked against source documents for accuracy and any errors
corrected
3.3 All invoices and related documents are filed for auditing purposes
LO4. Prepare journals and batch monetary items
4.1 Journals are prepared accurately and completely and items batched within
organizational timelines
4.2 Batch items are precisely matched to initial receipt records
4.3 Journals are authorized in accordance with organizational policy and
procedures
LO5. Post journals to ledger
5.1 Journals are posted to ledger accurately and in accordance with organization input
standards with transactions correctly allocated to system and accounts
LO6. Enter data into system
6.1 6.1 Data is entered into system accurately and in accordance with organization
input standards with transactions correctly allocated to system and accounts
6.2 Related systems are updated to maintain the integrity of relationships between
financial systems
LO7. Prepare deposit facility and lodge flows
7.1 A deposit facility is selected appropriate to the banking method to be used
7.1 7.2 Security and safety precautions are taken appropriate to the method of
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ASSESSMENT METHOD:
Interview/ Written Test
Demonstration/ Observation
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:
LO1.Review accounts receivable process
1.1 1.1 Receipts entered into accounts receivable system are checked for accuracy,
consistency and thoroughness
1.2 1.2 Incorrect entries are identified and accurately recorded according to type and
source of receipt
1.3 1.3 Discrepancies between monies owed and monies paid are identified and
investigated according to organization policy, procedures and guidelines
LO2.Identify bad and doubtful debts
2.1 Debtors ledger is regularly reviewed in accordance with organization policy and
guidelines to identify outstanding monies and further information, if required,
sought from relevant source
2.2 Bad or doubtful debt status is verified through liaison with debtors
LO3.Review compliance with terms and conditions and plan recovery action
3.1 Clients in default of trading terms are correctly identified according to
organization operating procedures and contacted promptly and courteously to
make satisfactory arrangements to pay monies outstanding
3.2 Monies owing that constitute breaches of organization credit policy are acted in
accordance with organization policy and procedures
3.3 Previous activities and communication with clients are thoroughly reviewed to
establish adequacy of follow-up procedures, and whether all usual organization
recovery avenues have been exhaust
LO4.Prepare reports and file documentation
4.1 Reports are prepared which document accounts receivable, debt recovery
type, cause and recovery plan and distributed to supervisors, managers and other
relevant parties
4.2 Documentation is filed promptly in accordance with
LO5.Distribute creditors invoices for authorization
5.1 Invoice discrepancies are identified, investigated and rectified and invoices
encoded and recorded correctly
5.2 Authorization for payment is requested from appropriate personnel
LO6.Remit payments to creditors
6.1 Cheque requisition is correctly drawn up and authorized and the correct general
ledger to be drawn against identified
6.2 Correct account is debited in a timely manner and in accordance with
legislative and compliance requirements
LO7.Prepare accounts paid report and reconcile balances outstanding
7.1 Data is collected and entered onto spreadsheet giving details of creditors and
amounts paid and a report prepared for ratification by appropriate management
7.2 Statements of outstanding balances are sought from suppliers where required and
balances outstanding are reconciled to invoices received
Annex: Resource Requirements
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BUF BAW2 M01 0213- Working Effectively in the Financial Services Sector
Item Category Item Description/ Quantity Recommended
No Specification Ratio(Item:
trainee)
A Learning materials Related to topic
1 Text book Related to topic 25 pcs 1:1
2 Hand outs Related to topic 25 pcs 1:1
3 Outcome based Learning materials 25 pcs 1:1
(TTLM)
B Learning facilities and infrastructure
1 Lecture room Equipped with multi 1 1:25
media
2 Library / learning resource area 1 1:25
C Supplies and Materials
1 Stationeries Notebook and pen 25 1:1
MODULE CONTENTS:
LO1.Obtain data and resources for financial calculations
1.1 Input data is obtained and verified
1.2 Outcomes of calculations are determined
1.3 Relevant resources and equipment
LO2.Select appropriate methods and carry out financial calculations
2.1 Hand held calculators are primarily
2.2 Calculations to complete the work
LO3.Check calculations and record outcomes
3.1 Results are checked to ensure the calculations
3.2 Calculation results are recorded to industry
LEARNING STRATAGIES:
Lecture- discussion
Demonstration
Individual/Group Activity
Assignments
ASSESSMENT METHOD:
Interview/ Written Test
Demonstration/ Observation
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:
LO1.Obtain data and resources for financial calculations
1.1 Input data is obtained and verified as relevant for workplace calculations
1.2 Outcomes of calculations are determined and confirmed from task
specifications
1.3 Relevant resources and equipment to perform the calculations effectively are
acquired
LO2.Select appropriate methods and carry out financial calculations
2.1 Hand held calculators are primarily used for performing calculations with other
equipment that may be required identified and obtained as necessary
2.2 Calculations to complete the work requirements are performed using
appropriate techniques
LO3.Check calculations and record outcomes
3.1 Results are checked to ensure the calculations are accurate, meet the required
outcomes with common computational errors recognized and corrected where
required
3.2 Calculation results are recorded to industry standards and enterprise
requirements
MODULE CONTENTS:
LO1Select and prepare resources
1.1 Select and use appropriate technology
1.2 Select layout and style of publication
1.3 Ensure document design is consistent
LO2Design document
2.1 Identify, open and generate files
2.2 Design document to ensure efficient
LO3Produce document
3.1 Complete document production within
3.2 Check document produced to ensure
LO4Finalize document
4.1 Proofread document for readability
4.2 Make any modifications to document to
LEARNING STRATAGIES:
Lecture- discussion
Demonstration
Individual/Group Activity
Assignments
ASSESSMENT METHOD:
Interview/ Written Test
Demonstration/ Observation
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:
LO1Select and prepare resources
1.1 Select and use appropriate technology and software applications to produce
required business documents
1.2 Select layout and style of publication according to information and
organizational requirements
1.3 Ensure document design is consistent with company and/or client
requirements, using basic design principles
LO2Design document
2.1 Identify, open and generate files and records according to task and
organizational requirements
2.2 Design document to ensure efficient entry of information and to maximize the
presentation and appearance of information
LO3Produce document
3.1 Complete document production within designated time lines according to
organizational requirements
3.2 Check document produced to ensure it meets task requirements for style and
layout
LO4Finalize document
4.1 Proofread document for readability, accuracy and consistency in language,
style and layout prior to final output
4.2 Make any modifications to document to meet requirements
BUF BAW2 M01 0213- Working Effectively in the Financial Services Sector
Item Category Item Description/ Quantity Recommended
No Specification Ratio(Item:
trainee)
A Learning materials Related to topic
1 Text book Related to topic 25 pcs 1:1
2 Hand outs Related to topic 25 pcs 1:1
3 Outcome based Learning materials 25 pcs 1:1
(TTLM)
B Learning facilities and infrastructure
1 Lecture room Equipped with multi 1 1:25
media
2 Library / learning resource area 1 1:25
C Supplies and Materials
1 Stationeries Notebook and pen 25 1:1
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:
LO1.Receive, identify and record receipts
1.1 Established procedures are followed and receipts are checked for accuracy
against remittance documents
1.2 Receipts are checked and matched to documentation accurately and promptly
and documentation security maintained to protect interests of all parties to
transaction
LO2.Match receipts to documentation
2.1 Unmatched receipts are noted for follow-up or referral in accordance with
organization, industry and legislative requirements
LO3.Enter data to systems
3.1 All receipts are accurately allocated to appropriate chart of account areas and
data entered onto receipt systems without error and within time requirements
specified in relevant organization policy and procedures
3.2 All receipts are accurately matched to system debit with any data and
allocation discrepancies identified promptly to enable early follow-up
LO4.File documentation
4.1 Documentation is filed promptly in accordance with organization policy and
procedures
4.2 Location of filed documentation is accessible and easily traceable when required
Annex: Resource Requirements
BUF BAW2 M01 0213- Working Effectively in the Financial Services Sector
Item Category Item Description/ Quantity Recommended
No Specification Ratio(Item:
trainee)
A Learning materials Related to topic
1 Text book Related to topic 25 pcs 1:1
2 Hand outs Related to topic 25 pcs 1:1
LEARNING STRATEGIES:
Lecture- discussion
Demonstration
Individual/Group Activity
Assignments
ASSESSMENT METHOD:
Interview/ Written Test
Demonstration/ Observation
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA
LO1. Check and verify application details
1.1 Information required to support application is gathered in accordance
with credit policy and information recorded using correct organization policies and
procedures
1.2 Information provided by applicant and obtained from other sources is
verified for accuracy and compliance with relevant legislative requirements and
organizational requirements
LO2. Submit assessment and decision
2.1 The decision to reject or accept an application is formed on the basis of
total credit assessment conducted and credit policy
2.2 Decisions to advance funds or extend credit that fall outside the officer's
approval or limits of authority are referred to relevant approving personnel
2.3 Recommendations to accept or reject applications to provide credit or
advance funds and any required security are prepared and forwarded to relevant
personnel promptly and in accordance with organization procedures
LO3. Maintain application records and complete necessary documentation
3.1 Records system is kept up to date and maintained according to legislative
requirements and timeframes and organization policy and procedures
3.2 File and record movements are monitored and recorded
3.3 Documentation is produced accurately, clearly and concisely, in
accordance with industry, organization and legislative requirements and timeframes
media
2 Library / learning resource area 1 1:25
C Supplies and Materials
1 Stationeries Notebook and pen 25 1:1
Assignments
ASSESSMENT METHOD:
Interview/ Written Test
Demonstration/ Observation
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA
LO1. Collect and record monies due
1.1 Status of debt is determined in accordance with organization policy and
guidelines and legislative requirements
1.2. Transactions on account are accurately recorded and maintained according to
organization policy and guidelines
1.3. Records of customer contact are accurately maintained
LO2. Review compliance with terms and conditions
2.1. Customers in breach of terms and conditions are correctly identified and
contacted promptly and courteously to bring account within terms
LO3. Resolve disputed amounts within predetermined parameters
6.1. Background to claim is thoroughly researched based on client's outline of
dispute
6.2. Records are thoroughly checked for verification of all case material
6.3. Type of claim is correctly identified and resolved in accordance with
organization policy and procedures
ASSESSMENT METHOD:
Interview/ Written Test
Demonstration/ Observation
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA
LO1. Maintain accurate cash floats
1.1 Cash in safe box is maintained in accordance with organization's policies and
procedures
1.2 Regular cash transaction processing and proofing are conducted within specified
timeframes and recorded appropriately with cash withdrawn and deposited checked
for accuracy
1.3 Cash at close of business is counted in accordance with organization's policies
and procedures and discrepancies are investigated and corrected in order to
balance float
Unit Descriptor This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and
knowledge required to record general journal adjustment entries
and to prepare end of period financial reports.
LEARNING OUTCOMES:
At the end of this module the trainee will be able to:
1. Maintain asset register
2. Record general journal entries for balance day adjustments
3. Prepare final general ledger accounts
4. Prepare end of period financial reports
MODULE CONTENTS
LO1. Maintain asset register
1.1 Prepare a register of property
1.2 Determine method of calculating depreciation
1.3 Maintain asset register and associated
LO2. Record general journal entries for balance day adjustments
2.1 Record depreciation of non-current assets
2.2 Adjust expense accounts and revenue accounts
2.3 Record bad and doubtful debts
LO3. Prepare final general ledger accounts
3.1 Enter general journal entries
3.2 Post revenue and expense
3.3 Prepare final general ledger accounts
LO4. Prepare end of period financial reports
4.1 Prepare revenue
4.2 Prepare balance sheet
4.3 Identify and correct
LEARNING STRATEGIES:
Lecture- discussion
Demonstration
Individual/Group Activity
Assignments
ASSESSMENT METHOD:
Interview/ Written Test
Demonstration/ Observation
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA
LO1. Maintain asset register
1.1 Prepare a register of property, plant and equipment from fixed asset transactions
in accordance with organizational policy and procedures
1.2 Determine method of calculating depreciation in accordance with tax authority
requirements
1.3 Maintain asset register and associated depreciation schedule in accordance with
tax authority, organizational policy, procedures and accounting requirements
LO2. Record general journal entries for balance day adjustments
2.1 Record depreciation of non-current assets and disposal of fixed assets in
accordance with organizational policy, procedures and accounting
requirements
2.2 Adjust expense accounts and revenue accounts for prepayments and
accruals
2.3 Record bad and doubtful debts in accordance with organizational policy,
procedures and accounting requirements
LO3. Prepare final general ledger accounts
3.1 Enter general journal entries for balance day adjustments in general ledger
system in accordance with organizational policy, procedures and accounting
requirements
3.2 Post revenue and expense account balances to final general ledger accounts
system
3.3 Prepare final general ledger accounts to reflect gross and net profits for reporting
period
LO4. Prepare end of period financial reports
4.1 Prepare revenue statement in accordance with organizational requirements to
reflect operating profit for reporting period
4.2 Prepare balance sheet to reflect financial position of business at end of
reporting period
4.3 Identify and correct, or refer errors for resolution in accordance with
organizational policy and procedures
ASSESSMENT METHOD:
Interview/ Written Test
Demonstration/ Observation
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA
LO1. Select and prepare resources
1.1 Adhere to ergonomic, work organization and occupational health and safety
requirements
1.2 Use energy and resource conservation techniques to minimize wastage
1.3 Identify spreadsheet task requirements in relation to data entry, storage, output
and presentation
LO2. Plan spreadsheet design
2.1 Ensure spreadsheet design suits the purpose, audience and information
requirements of the task
2.2 Ensure spreadsheet design enhances readability and appearance, and meets
organizational and task requirements for style and layout
2.3 Use style sheets and automatic functions to ensure consistency of design
and layout
LO3. Create spreadsheet
3.1 Ensure data is entered, checked and amended to maintain consistency of
design and layout, in accordance with organizational and task requirements
3.2 Format spreadsheet using software functions to adjust page and cell layout to
meet information requirements, in accordance with organizational style and
presentation requirements
3.3 Ensure formulae are tested and used to confirm output meets task
requirements, in consultation with appropriate personnel as required
LO4. Produce simple charts
4.1 Select chart type and design that enables valid representation of numerical data,
and meets organizational and task requirements
4.2 Create charts using appropriate data range in the spreadsheet
4.3 Modify chart type and layout using formatting features
LO5. Finalize spreadsheets
5.4 Preview, adjust and print spreadsheet and any accompanying charts, in
accordance with task requirements
5.5 Ensure data input meets designated time lines and organizational requirements
for speed and accuracy
5.6 Name and store spreadsheet in accordance with organizational requirements and
exit the application without data loss/damage
Unit Descriptor This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to determine
liability to pay taxes, fees and charges and calculate amounts
payable. It includes assessing goods and documents for liability;
calculating taxes, fees and charges; and completing transaction
records.
In practice, calculating taxes, fees and charges may overlap with
other generalist or specialist public sector workplace activities
such as acting ethically, complying with legislation, working
effectively, using resources and financial systems, organising
workplace information, etc.
LEARNING OUTCOMES:
At the end of this module the trainee will be able to:
1. Assess goods and documents for duty and tax liability
2. Calculate taxes, fees and charges
3. Complete transaction records
MODULE CONTENTS
LO1. Assess goods and documents for duty and tax liability
1.1 Goods and documents
1.2 Class of taxes, fees or charges
1.3 The value of the goods/services is determined
LO2. Calculate taxes, fees and charges
2.1 Taxes, fees and charges
2.2 Relevant systems are used
2.3 All calculations are made accurately and checked
LO3. Complete transaction records
3.1 Records of transaction are completed
3.2 Transaction records are issued
3.3 Copies of transaction records
LEARNING STRATEGIES:
Lecture- discussion
Demonstration
Individual/Group Activity
Assignments
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ASSESSMENT METHOD:
Interview/ Written Test
Demonstration/ Observation
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA
LO1. Assess goods and documents for duty and tax liability
1.1 Goods and documents are examined in accordance with legislation,
organizational guidelines and procedures.
1.2 Class of taxes, fees or charges is determined in accordance with legislation and
guidelines.
1.3 The value of the goods/services is determined.
LO2. Calculate taxes, fees and charges
2.1 Taxes, fees and charges are calculated in accordance with relevant legislation,
policies and guidelines.
2.2 Relevant systems are used to assess amounts payable.
2.3 All calculations are made accurately and checked for consistency.
LO3. Complete transaction records
3.1 Records of transaction are completed clearly and accurately in accordance with
organizational guidelines, and identify all relevant information.
3.2 Transaction records are issued in accordance with organizational guidelines and
standard operating procedures.
3.3 Copies of transaction records are retained and stored in accordance with
legislation, policies, guidelines and procedures.
2.1 Identify and record control information for describing new records to be
incorporated into business or records system
2.2 Update control information describing movement or use of records within
business or records system
2.3 Accurately record and update control information in business or records system
LO3. Prepare reports from the business or records system
3.1 Interpret requests for reports and clarify the content and frequency sought,
where necessary
3.2 Prepare reports from business or records system in accordance with instructions
or request
3.3 Prepare reports in accordance with organizational security and access
procedures
2.1 Identify complaints that require referral to other personnel or external bodies
2.2 Make referrals to appropriate personnel for follow-up in accordance with
individual level of responsibility
2.3 Forward all documents and investigation reports
LO3. Exercise judgement to resolve customer service issues
3.4 Identify implications of issues for customer and organisation
3.5 Analyse, explain and negotiate appropriate options for resolution with customer
3.6 Propose viable options in accordance with appropriate legislative requirements
and enterprise policies
2.1 Provide prompt service to customers to meet identified needs in accordance with
organisational requirements
2.2 Establish and maintain appropriate rapport with customers to ensure completion
of quality service delivery
2.3 Sensitively and courteously handle customer complaints in accordance with
organisational requirements
LO3. Monitor and report on service delivery
3.4 Regularly review customer satisfaction with service delivery using verifiable
evidence in accordance with organisational requirements
3.5 Identify opportunities to enhance the quality of service and products, and pursue
within organisational requirements
3.6 Monitor procedural aspects of service delivery for effectiveness and suitability to
customer requirements
initiatives.
1.3Quality problems and issues are promptly identified and adjustments are made
accordingly.
LO2. Plan and organise workflow
2.1 Current workload of colleagues is accurately assessed.
2.2Work is scheduled in a manner which enhances efficiency and customer service
quality.
2.3Work is delegated to appropriate people in accordance with principles of delegation.
LO3. Maintain workplace records
3.1 Workplace records are accurately completed and submitted within required
timeframes.
3.2Where appropriate completion of records is delegated and monitored prior to
submission.
LO4. Solve problems and make decisions
4.1 Workplace problems are promptly identified and considered from an operational and
customer service perspective.
4.2Short term action in initiated to resolve the immediate problem where appropriate.
4.3Problems are analysed for any long term impact and potential solutions are
assessed and actioned in consultation with relevant colleagues.
LEARNING STRATEGIES:
Lecture- discussion
Demonstration
Individual/Group Activity
Assignments
ASSESSMENT METHOD:
Interview/ Written Test
Demonstration/ Observation
LO1. Provide team leadership
1.1 Work requirements are identified and presented to team members
1.2 Reasons for instructions and requirements are communicated to team members
1.3 Team members’ queries and concerns are recognized, discussed and dealt with
LO2. Assign responsibilities
2.1 Duties and responsibilities are allocated having regard to the skills, knowledge
and aptitude required to properly undertake the assigned task and according to
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company policy
2.2 Duties are allocated having regard to individual preference, domestic and personal
considerations, whenever possible
LO3. Set performance expectations for team members
3.1 Performance expectations are established based on client needs and according to
assignment requirements
3.2 Performance expectations are based on individual team members duties and area
of responsibility
3.3 Performance expectations are discussed and disseminated to individual team
members
LO4. Supervised team performance
4.1 Monitoring of performance takes place against defined performance criteria
and/or assignment instructions and corrective action taken if required
4.2 Team members are provided with feedback, positive support and advice on
strategies to overcome any deficiencies
4.3 Performance issues which cannot be rectified or addressed within the team are
referenced to appropriate personnel according to employer policy
LEARNING STRATEGIES:
Lecture- discussion
Demonstration
Individual/Group Activity
Assignments
ASSESSMENT METHOD:
Interview/ Written Test
Demonstration/ Observation
Variable Range
Data required organization capability
includes: appropriate business structure
level of client service which can be provided
internal policies, procedures and practices
staff levels, capabilities and structure
market, market definition
market changes/market segmentation
market consolidation/fragmentation
revenue
level of commercial activity
expected revenue levels, short and long term
revenue growth rate
break even data
pricing policy
revenue assumptions
business environment
economic conditions
social factors
demographic factors
technological impacts
political/legislative/regulative impacts
competitors, competitor pricing and response to pricing
competitor marketing/branding
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competitor products
Competitive services/products
advantage fees
includes: location
timeframe
Objectives should Specific
be 'SMART' , that Measurable
Achievable
Realistic
Time defined
Market research data about existing clients
data includes: data about possible new clients
data from internal sources
data from external sources such as:
trade associations/journals
Yellow Pages small business surveys
libraries
Internet
Chamber of Commerce
client surveys
industry reports
secondary market research
primary market research such as:
telephone surveys
personal interviews
mail surveys
Competitor competitor offerings
analysis competitor promotion strategies and activities
competitor profile in the market place
SWOT analysis internal strengths such as staff capability, recognized
includes: quality
internal weaknesses such as poor morale,
under-capitalization, poor technology
external opportunities such as changing market and
economic conditions
external threats such as industry fee structures, strategic
alliances, competitor marketing
Key indicators may salary cost and staffing
include: personnel productivity (particularly of principals)
profitability
fee structure
client base
size staff/principal
overhead/overhead control
Organizational legal structure (partnership, limited liability company, etc.)
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Evidence Guide