This Computerized Accounting and Office Administration program will provide you with excellent knowledge and skills as an accounting clerk, a bookkeeper or an office administrator.
Become an Computerized Accounting Clerk, Bookkeeper or Office Administrator
You will be taught a wide range of subjects. The instructor has practical accounting experience with strong accounting software skills. Each student of this program uses a desktop computer equipped with the latest accounting applications. These accounting software systems include QuickBooks, Sage 50 Accounting, Sage 300 ERP and SAP FI. Furthermore, the optional co-op placement will prepare students with accounting and office administration work experience.
Why Choose a Career in Computerized Accounting and Office Administration?
Computerized Accounting and Office Administration professionals support the financial health and daily operations of organizations. Employers rely on trained staff to maintain accurate records, manage accounts payable and receivable, prepare reports, and help meet taxation and compliance requirements. These skills are needed across many sectors, including professional services, healthcare, manufacturing, retail, education, government, financial services, and non-profit organizations. The field offers several entry points and opportunities to progress into senior accounting, bookkeeping, and financial administration roles with additional experience and professional development.
Admission Requirements:
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent or
- Passing an entrance test
- Basic computer skills
- Passing an admission interview
Please note that meeting the above requirements does not guarantee admission to the program.
What You Will Learn
The following are the program subjects:
- MS Windows
- MS Word
- MS PowerPoint and Outlook
- MS Excel
- MS Access
- Fundamentals of Accounting
- Accounting Project
- Canadian Payroll
- QuickBooks
- Sage 50 Accounting (Simply Accounting)
- Sage ERP 300 (ACCPAC ERP)
- Financial Accounting
- Computerized Accounting with SAP FI
- Personal Income Tax Preparation
- Professional Development
- Accounting Co-op (optional)
Learning goes beyond theory. Students apply accounting concepts through realistic exercises, software-based activities, and project work designed to reflect common responsibilities in Canadian workplaces.
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Career opportunities upon graduation
Upon successful completion of this Computerized Accounting and Office Administration program, a student will be competent in the following positions:
If you want to know more about the PCP certificate exam, please visit the National Payroll Institute website.
Our graduates work for:
Why Study at Metro College?
For more than 25 years, Metro College of Technology has provided career-focused education in Toronto. The Computerized Accounting and Office Administration program emphasizes practical learning, current workplace software and the accounting, payroll and communication skills used in Canadian organizations. Students choose Metro for a supportive learning environment, experienced instruction and flexible study options designed for adult learners.
- Career-focused training
- Practical learning approach
- Experienced instructors
- Student support
- Employment-oriented curriculum
- Co-op Service
Frequently Asked Questions and Answers
Students receive hands-on training with software included in the approved curriculum, which may include QuickBooks, Sage 50 (Simply Accounting), Sage ERP 300 (ACCPAC), SAP FI, Microsoft Excel, and other business applications.
Graduates may pursue entry-level roles such as Accounting Clerk, Payroll Administrator, Payroll Clerk, Bookkeeper, Accounting Assistant, Financial Assistant, Accounts Payable Clerk or Accounts Receivable Clerk.
Government Financial Assistance, including OSAP, and Better Jobs Ontario may be available to eligible students. Visitors should review Metro’s dedicated funding pages for current information.
No. You can study from anywhere Online, in Ontario.
No. The program begins with foundational accounting, computer, and workplace concepts before progressing to more advanced accounting, payroll, tax, and software applications.
Yes. Career support may include resume preparation, interview preparation, job-search guidance, assistance in presenting accounting and software skills, and co-op placement support where applicable.
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Financial Assistance
Government financial assistance may be available to eligible students. Funding options may include the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) and Better Jobs Ontario (BJO). Funding is subject to individual eligibility and government assessment and approval. Metro College staff can explain the available options and guide students through the application process, but funding decisions are made by the applicable government or funding organization.Interested in the Program? Apply in One Step & We Will Contact You ASAP