ISCA Accredited Accounting Technician Accounting Skills for Business Growth

The Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants (ISCA) is partnering with the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) to provide a flexible skills-based qualification programme for accounting technicians, who are key contributors to businesses and the accountancy profession.

AAT is the world’s leading professional membership body dedicated to the education and development of accounting technicians. AAT trains over 80,000 students every year and has a global membership of 140,000. AAT qualified staff are recognised by employers worldwide.

This partnership supports the government’s SkillsFuture initiative, offering opportunities to aspiring accounting technicians from various backgrounds. Our qualification equips individuals with the relevant skill sets to meet the demand for competent accounting and finance staff needed to support senior levels of the profession.

Accounting technicians are qualified accounting professionals who are able to take on a wide variety of accounting and financial roles such as:

Accounting technicians are the building blocks of finance teams across all types of organisations. Whether you are looking at training new talent or upskilling your existing staff, the ISCA-AAT qualification will equip your staff with the expertise to increase their effectiveness and improve efficiencies across the organisation.

Auditing and Assurance

Costing and Credit Control

Bookkeeping

Budgeting

Financial Statements Preparation

Payroll Administration and Tax Returns

What does an ISCA-AAT accounting technician bring to your team?

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ISCA and AAT Partnership

“AAT qualifications are perfect for training our staff, due to the broad understanding of accounting principles it instils, and because of the value and recognition it has in the marketplace.”

Michael WalbyDirector of Professional Qualification TrainingKPMG

Benefits to your business

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We deliver a tailor made qualification built for modern workplace

Our qualification provides your staff with the in demand skills that improve your business productivity.

We help you attract and retain the best talent

By investing in training, you can increase the value of your workforce and demonstrate your commitment to their career progression.

We deliver practical skills that make a difference

From their first day of training, ISCA-AAT students learn solid accounting skills and practical knowledge that they can apply directly at work. With increased focus on communications skills, IT skills and professional ethics throughout the qualification, students are better prepared for the challenges they will face in the workplace.

We work around you

Our flexible qualification structure helps your staff to develop their skills while contributing effectively to your business. Assessments are available throughout the year, allowing your staff to complete the qualification without disruption to work.

We keep you one step ahead

Graduates of the ISCA-AAT qualification are eligible for the Affiliate (ISCA) membership and AAT full membership. As members of ISCA and AAT, your staff will be equipped with ongoing professional accounting skills and industry knowledge which will both support them in the development of their career and give your company a competitive edge.

The ISCA and AAT memberships offer your staff the recognition that they deserve for their achievements, and demonstrate a commitment to keeping their skills up to date.

Training solutions for your organisation

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On-the-job training programme

Developing an on-the-job training programme enables you to create a pipeline of talented, loyal individuals who you can nurture into employees with a firm grounding in essential accounting skills. Junior staff are given a head start and it allows them to gain work experience and be job ready at the same time.

We chose AAT as it’s a great way

to provide the relevant skill set for

those that work in finance.

Our staff have really benefited from

their AAT training. It’s given them

greater confidence in their abilities

to progress to more complex roles

and it has also created a great

level of teamwork with students

supporting each other.

Mark Baldwin

Head of Payment Services

BT, a multinational telecommunications services company with operations in over 170 countries.

Filling the skills gap in your organisation

We customise a training programme to fill the skills gap in your organisation and improve the performance of your staff. By investing in the professional development of your staff, you will be able to keep them motivated and be sure to retain your top talent.

Accounting and finance skills are at the heart of every business and the ISCA-AAT qualification provides practical, real-world skills that every business needs.

We support organisations to increase productivity and maximise resources by working closely with you to design and develop a training programme to suit the needs of your business.

Contact us for more details today!

Foundation level

Advanced level

Eligible for

The Foundation level equips your staff with skills in finance administration. This level covers a range of basic accounting practices and techniques, from double-entry bookkeeping to costing. Your staff will also gain invaluable self-management and time management skills, and develop an appreciation of ethical issues and sustainability, which is essential in any workplace.

The Advanced level covers more complex accounting tasks, such as maintaining cost accounting records and the preparation of reports and returns. Your staff will also acquire skills in the use of accounting software and develop an understanding of the principles of Singapore law and tax.

Affiliate (ISCA) membership & Accredited Accounting Technician (Singapore) designation

and

AAT full membership & MAAT designation

upon accumulation of relevant practical experience.

Modules

• Bookkeeping Transactions• Bookkeeping Controls• Elements of Costing• Work Effectively in Finance

Modules

• Advanced Bookkeeping• Final Accounts Preparation• Management Accounting: Costing• Principles of Singapore Law and Tax• Information Technology for

Accountants

ISCA-AAT Programme Overview

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Foundation Certificate in Accounting

Advanced Certificate in Accounting

Professional level

The Professional level is where your staff will master higher-level accounting tasks, including drafting financial statements, managing budgets and evaluating financial performance. In addition, they will have the flexibility to select one out of two optional modules they wish to study.

Modules

• Financial Statements of Limited Companies• Management Accounting: Budgeting• Management Accounting: Decision and Control• Accounting Systems and Controls• External Auditing• Ethics for Accountants

Choose 1 out of 2 modules:

• Cash and Treasury Management• Credit Management

3Professional Certificate in Accounting

Entry Requirements

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Foundation* Level

3 GCE O-Level passes (C6), including English and Mathematics, or equivalent.

Advanced* Level

2 GCE A-Level passes (A to E) or equivalent, or Higher NITEC in Accounting graduates from Singapore’s Institute of Technical Education (ITE), or equivalent.

*Students are recommended to undertake a Skillcheck Test to determine if they should start at the Foundation or Advanced level.

We offer the flexibility to start at the Foundation or Advanced level, depending on current skills.

For more information on the ISCA-AAT qualification, please visit http://isca.org.sg/isca-aat or contact

ISCA Pathways Development and Qualifications at

6597 5610 iscaaat@isca.org.sg

Your Next Step

“Technology is fast changing the way that we work. ISCA-AAT

prepares students to be ready for a career in accounting and will

upskill existing staff, such that they can focus on higher-value

work, contributing to higher productivity for businesses.”

Lee Shi RuhChief Financial OfficerGenting Singapore PLC

About the Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants

The Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants (ISCA) is the national accountancy body of Singapore. ISCA’s vision is to be a globally recognised professional accountancy body, bringing value to our members, the profession and wider community. There are over 30,000 ISCA members making their stride in businesses across industries in Singapore and around the world.

Established in 1963, ISCA is an advocate of the interests of the profession. Possessing a Global Mindset, with Asian Insights, ISCA leverages its regional expertise, knowledge, and networks with diverse stakeholders to contribute towards Singapore’s transformation into a global accountancy hub.

ISCA is the Administrator of the Singapore CA Qualification and the Designated Entity to confer the Chartered Accountant of Singapore - CA (Singapore) - designation.

ISCA is an Associate of Chartered Accountants Worldwide – supporting, developing and promoting over 640,000 Chartered Accountants in more than 200 countries around the world.

For more information, visit www.isca.org.sg.

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