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
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
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:
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
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.
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.
Fully CPD endorsed
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.
100% online and on-demand
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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Real world, industry-led learning
Our courses are designed in collaboration with institutions, employers and industry experts to equip you with practical, real-world skills that will advance your career and broaden your mind.
Flexible payment options
Choose how and when you pay for your course. Pay upfront with your credit card or Apple Pay, set up a flexible payment plan or use Afterpay or Latitude Pay to buy now, pay later.
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.
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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Along with your OCA Course Completion Acknowledgement, you'll also receive a Digital Badge (from Credly).
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$10 per week for 80 weeks
Flexible first payment date
(within 7 days)
Total Cost $800
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