FNSACC414 - Prepare financial statements for non-reporting entities

Unit Of competency

Modification History

Release	Comments
Release 1	This version first released with FNS Financial Services Training Package Version 3.0.

Application

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare financial statements for entities that do not have a statutory duty to file financial reports with government agencies and regulators.

It applies to individuals who use specialised knowledge and systematic approaches to collate and prepare financial information in line with accounting standards.

Work functions in the occupational areas where this unit may be used are subject to regulatory requirements. Refer to the FNS Financial Services Training Package Companion Volume Implementation Guide or the relevant regulator for specific guidance on regulatory requirements.

Unit Sector

Accounting

Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT	PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
Elements describe the essential outcomes.	Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.
1. Compile data required for preparing financial statements for non-reporting entities	1.1 Collect data required to produce financial statements from sources in line with accounting standards 1.2 Systematically code, classify, and check data for accuracy and reliability according to organisational policy and procedures 1.3 Check internal and external financial data to confirm their consistency and accuracy
2. Prepare financial statements for non-reporting entities	2.1 Prepare financial statements using structure and format that comply with accounting standards and organisational requirements 2.2 Review statements for errors and compliance with accounting standards and organisational procedures, and amend as required 2.3 Obtain verification and authorisation from delegated persons

Foundation Skills

This section describes those language, literacy and numeracy and employment skills that are essential to performance.

Skill	Description
Reading	Analyses, matches, and interprets data from a variety of sources, paying attention to data accuracy and reliability
Writing	Accurately records, classifies and checks financial information in written documents Uses clear language and logical structure in preparing reports and presentations to convey information
Numeracy	Performs mathematical calculations and uses estimating and forecasting techniques to consolidate and analyse financial data
Navigate the world of work	Identifies and complies with required protocols, policies and procedures
Get the work done	Sequences and implements tasks to meet organisational requirements Identifies and responds to predictable problems and implements solutions to address accuracy issues Uses digital systems and programs to assist with planning, implementing, monitoring and reporting

Unit Mapping Information

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Comments

Equivalence status

FNSACC414 Prepare financial statements for non-reporting entities (Release 1)

FNSACC404 Prepare financial statements for non-reporting entities (Release 1)

Edits to performance criteria and assessment requirements to clarify intent.

Equivalent unit.

Course info