Skip to content

Level 5 Diploma in Accounting with Xero: Bookkeeping, Payroll & Sage 50 Applications

Learn Everything About Xero Accounting | 4 Course Bundle | 5 Free PDF Certificates | 24/7 Tutor Support


Learning Facility

Summary

Price
Save 4%
£21 inc VAT (was £21.99)
Offer ends 17 May 2025
Study method
Online, On Demand What's this?
Duration
3.4 hours · Self-paced
Qualification
No formal qualification
Certificates
  • Reed Courses Certificate of Completion - Free
Additional info
  • Tutor is available to students

1 student purchased this course

Add to basket or enquire

Overview

Level 5 Diploma in Accounting with Xero: Bookkeeping, Payroll & Sage 50 Applications

The Level 5 Diploma in Accounting with Xero: Bookkeeping, Payroll & Sage 50 Applications is designed to provide comprehensive training in the core areas of modern financial administration. Covering essential functions of accounting, bookkeeping, payroll management, and popular accounting software including Xero and Sage 50, this course equips learners with the expertise needed to navigate today’s financial landscape. Whether you're looking to enhance your practical knowledge of accounting systems or begin a new career, this diploma delivers the skills to manage accounts efficiently and professionally.

What you will learn from taking this course:

  • Master essential accounting and bookkeeping concepts

  • Gain practical knowledge in Sage 50 and Xero accounting software

  • Understand payroll systems and how to manage them

  • Learn how to create and interpret financial reports

  • Build job-ready skills in accounting, bookkeeping, and payroll management

Through this Accounting with Xero course, you will gain access to a range of training materials that are available online, allowing you to learn at your own pace and on your own schedule. By upgrading yourskills and knowledge, you'll be better prepared to succeed in today's highly competitive job market, and position yourself for future growth and advancement. So if you're ready to take your career to the next level, enrol in this professional skills training course today.

Key Features of the Course

  • Free PDF Certificate Included
  • Instant Access to the course materials
  • Lifetime Access

Certificates

Reed Courses Certificate of Completion

Digital certificate - Included

Will be downloadable when all lectures have been completed.

Curriculum

7
sections
8
lectures
3h 23m
total

Course media

Description

Level 5 Diploma in Accounting with Xero: Bookkeeping, Payroll & Sage 50 Applications

This in-depth accounting course explores the key principles and practices of accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, and financial reporting. Learners will gain a solid understanding of accounting procedures and how to apply them using trusted software platforms like Sage 50 and Xero. The course begins with the fundamentals of accounting and gradually progresses to more advanced techniques, ensuring a strong grasp of essential concepts in bookkeeping and payroll.

You will explore double-entry bookkeeping, financial statements, VAT returns, and bank reconciliations. The course places a strong emphasis on using accounting software such as Sage 50 and Xero for managing real-time financial data, generating reports, and handling payroll processes.

By focusing on both manual and software-based bookkeeping, this course builds a solid bridge between theory and practical application. Payroll modules cover calculating wages, tax deductions, pension contributions, and payslip generation using Sage 50 and Xero Payroll functions. Mastering these systems enhances your ability to handle routine accounting and payroll responsibilities within any business setting.

The course provides a structured approach to learning, ensuring each topic related to accounting, bookkeeping, Sage 50, Xero, and payroll is clearly explained and applied in a real-world context. It is an ideal choice for anyone looking to gain career-ready skills that employers value.

This is a self-paced learning platform, meaning you can study at your own pace and convenience. Additionally, each section of the course is divided in a way that allows you to easily pick up where you left off, making it easy to manage your time and progress throughout the course.

Who is this course for?

This course is suitable for individuals who:

  • Want to build or advance a career in accounting or bookkeeping

  • Are seeking to gain practical skills in payroll using Sage 50 and Xero

  • Wish to understand how accounting software is used in business environments

  • Are small business owners who want to manage their own finances

  • Are preparing for accounting-related roles or need a refresher in accounting software and systems

Whether you're starting from scratch or enhancing existing knowledge, this course is a complete package covering accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, Xero and Sage 50.

Requirements

This Level 5 Diploma in Accounting with Xero: Bookkeeping, Payroll & Sage 50 Applications course requires no formal qualification to start.

Career path

Upon successful completion, learners can pursue roles such as:

  • Accounting Assistant

  • Bookkeeper

  • Payroll Administrator

  • Xero or Sage 50 Accounts Clerk

  • Finance Officer

Questions and answers

Currently there are no Q&As for this course. Be the first to ask a question.

Reviews

Currently there are no reviews for this course. Be the first to leave a review.

FAQs

Interest free credit agreements provided by Zopa Bank Limited trading as DivideBuy are not regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and do not fall under the jurisdiction of the Financial Ombudsman Service. Zopa Bank Limited trading as DivideBuy is authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and the Prudential Regulation Authority, and entered on the Financial Services Register (800542). Zopa Bank Limited (10627575) is incorporated in England & Wales and has its registered office at: 1st Floor, Cottons Centre, Tooley Street, London, SE1 2QG. VAT Number 281765280. DivideBuy's trading address is First Floor, Brunswick Court, Brunswick Street, Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 1HH. © Zopa Bank Limited 2025. All rights reserved.