FNSACC505 — Establish and maintain accounting information systems

1 Identify and record system requirements

• 1.1Prepare comprehensive specifications based on requirements of potential users that include system objectives, document specifications, and security and records requirements
• 1.2Review features of any existing system and records to establish their suitability and usability
• 1.3Establish recording processes according to accepted practice and in accordance with legislation and codes of practice

2 Evaluate alternative systems

• 2.1Compare and measure features of various systems against user requirements to enable identification of alternative systems and solutions
• 2.2Carry out cost–benefit analysis of alternative systems and solutions, and document recommendations

3 Evaluate acceptance test system

• 3.1Test system in operational environment to ensure compliance with user requirements, company policy and guidelines, system specifications and relevant legislation or industry codes of practice
• 3.2Obtain formal confirmation from all users on acceptability of new system or system changes against all criteria and system specifications

4 Prepare system documentation

• 4.1Prepare system documentation thoroughly and accurately, using easily understood language and in clear format to support system implementation and training
• 4.2Consult users to ensure clarity, accuracy, thoroughness and usability of system documentation
• 4.3Make system documentation easily accessible, and constantly review and update to ensure currency and accuracy

5 Implement reporting systems and records

• 5.1Carry out implementation in accordance with specified guidelines and timelines, and establish contingency plans to deal with any potential delays or problems
• 5.2Establish effective training schedules and programs to support implementation
• 5.3Transfer all data from existing to new or modified system and records without error or loss
• 5.4Update systems and records regularly to identify ongoing benefits and threats to organisation
• 5.5Maintain files within organisational and statutory requirements, and identify and remedy discrepancies
• 5.6Ensure integrity of systems and records complies with organisational and statutory requirements
• 5.7Monitor transactions to identify taxation and other liabilities

6 Monitor reporting systems

• 6.1Analyse and account for transactions, and correctly relate to accounting period
• 6.2Communicate and promote processes for recording and classifying transactions to support internal verification of records
• 6.3Standardise sources of input data and documentation in structured formats to minimise errors
• 6.4Maintain back-ups in accessible location to safeguard data in accordance with organisational and audit requirements

7 Review reporting procedures

• 7.1Systematically check sources of input data and documentation records for accuracy and reliability
• 7.2Establish reporting requirements and analyse regularly to identify variations and compliance with established processes for recording and classifying transactions
• 7.3Maintain written reports, explanatory notes and financial results to support source documentation

What does an assessment tool for FNSACC505 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for FNSACC505 needs to address all 42 unit components: 7 elements with 24 performance criteria, 4 performance evidence requirements, 7 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

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