Bookkeeping and Payroll Administration Diploma

Online bookkeeping & payroll administration training covering accounting, payroll processing and CPD certification.

4.8 4.8 Rating ( 15 Reviews )

244 Students

i Last Updated: 19th August 2026

◎ English

Flexible Schedule

Overview

With 7,000+ payroll jobs listed in the UK, employers need people who can handle records, wages and finance tasks accurately. Many beginners find PAYE, National Insurance, VAT, reconciliations and salary calculations difficult without clear bookkeeping and payroll guidance.

The Bookkeeping and Payroll Administration Diploma UK builds confidence through focused online finance training. Learners explore double-entry bookkeeping, ledgers, journals, account reconciliation, payroll processing, salary calculations, tax deductions, HMRC awareness, reporting, banking, cash management and accounting software skills. With 11 video lectures, certificate of completion, lifetime access and flexible English study at intermediate level, it suits beginners, finance learners, office administrators, small business owners and career changers. Prepare for Bookkeeping Assistant, Payroll Assistant, Accounts Assistant, Payroll Administrator and Finance Administrato

Key Benefits Included

► Accredited by CPD
► Endorsed by QLS (Quality Licence Scheme)
► Instant Access
► 24/7 Learning Assistance
► Self-paced learning and laptop, tablet, smartphone-friendly
► Fully online, interactive course with audio voiceover
► Developed by qualified professionals in the field

Sneak Peek

Learning Outcomes

This course builds bookkeeping, payroll, accounting software, tax, compliance, reconciliation and reporting knowledge for learners entering finance administration roles online.

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

► Explain double-entry bookkeeping, ledgers, journals and account reconciliation clearly.
► Process payroll, wages, deductions and statutory payment records confidently.
► Recognise PAYE, National Insurance, VAT and HMRC reporting obligations.
► Prepare financial statements, summaries and management reports for business review.
► Manage banking, cash records, payments, receipts and reconciliations accurately.
► Solve common bookkeeping and payroll errors using clear finance methods.

Who is This Course For?

This course suits learners who want online bookkeeping and payroll training for accounts support, payroll work, finance admin or business records.

► Beginners wanting bookkeeping and payroll foundations with clear online guidance.
► Payroll learners studying wages, deductions, PAYE and National Insurance.
► Aspiring bookkeepers preparing for accounts and finance support roles.
► Office administrators managing payroll, invoices and finance records regularly.
► Small business owners organising accounts, payroll, VAT and cash flow.
► Career changers entering bookkeeping, payroll or accounting administration routes.

Certification

CPD Certification

After successfully completing the assessment of this Bookkeeping and Payroll Administration Diploma course, you can apply for the CPD accredited certificates.
PDF certificate: £9.99
Hardcopy certificate: £15.99

Endorsed Certificate of Achievement from the Quality Licence Scheme

Upon successful completion of the Bookkeeping and Payroll Administration Diploma course, you can order an original hardcopy certificate of achievement endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme. The certificate will be home-delivered, with a pricing scheme of —
► 129 GBP within UK
► 139 GBP for International Delivery — Postal Fees Included

Please Note: Thames College is a One Education approved resale partner for Quality Licence Scheme Endorsed courses

Career Opportunities

This course supports UK bookkeeping, payroll, accounts and finance admin routes where payroll processing, record keeping and compliance awareness can support career growth.

► Bookkeeping Assistant — Average UK salary: £22,000–£28,000 per year
► Payroll Assistant — Average UK salary: £22,000–£30,000 per year
► Bookkeeper — Average UK salary: £24,000–£35,000 per year
► Accounts Assistant — Average UK salary: £27,500–£32,500 per year
► Finance Assistant — Average UK salary: Around £24,422 per year
► Payroll Administrator — Average UK salary: £22,000–£35,000 per year
► Accounting Technician — Average UK salary: £24,000–£35,000 per year

Course Curriculum

The course covers a wide range of essential topics, including:

Bookkeeping

Module 01: Introduction

Module 02: Basic Terminology

Module 03: Basic Terminology II

Module 04: Accounting Methods

Module 05: Keeping Track of Your Business

Module 06: Understanding the Balance Sheet

Module 07: Other Financial Statements

Module 08: Payroll Accounting Terminology

Module 09: End of Period Procedures

Module 10: Financial Planning, Budgeting and Control

Module 11: Auditing

Module 12: Wrapping Up

Managing Payroll

Module 13: What Is Payroll?

Module 14: Principles of Payroll Systems

Module 15: Confidentiality and Security of Information

Module 16: Effective Payroll Processing

Module 17: Increasing Payroll Efficiency

Module 18: Risk Management in Payroll

Module 19: Time Management

Module 20: Personnel Filing

Module 21: When Workers Leave Employment

Module 22: Hiring Employees

Module 23: PAYE and Payroll for Employers

Module 24: Tell HMRC About a New Employee

Module 25: Net and Gross Pay

Accordion Content

Module 26: Statutory Sick Pay

Accordion Content

Module 27: Minimum Wage for Different Types of Work

Accordion Content

Excellent

4.8 Average - 15 Reviews

★ Reviews

I found the payroll modules very useful. The lessons on PAYE, net and gross pay, statutory sick pay and HMRC employee reporting helped me understand payroll tasks better.

A well-structured course for finance beginners. The bookkeeping modules explained business records, financial statements, end-of-period procedures and budgeting in a simple and organised way.

Course Curriculum

Bookkeeping
	Module One – Introduction	00:30:00
	Module Two – Basic Terminology	01:00:00
	Module Three – Basic Terminology (II)	01:00:00
	Module Four – Accounting Methods	01:00:00
	Module Five – Keeping Track of Your Business	01:00:00
	Module Six – Understanding the Balance Sheet	01:00:00
	Module Seven – Other Financial Statements	01:00:00
	Module Eight – Payroll Accounting Terminology	01:00:00
	Module Nine – End of Period Procedures	01:00:00
	Module Ten – Financial Planning, Budgeting and Control	01:00:00
	Module – Eleven Auditing	01:00:00
	Module Twelve – Wrapping Up	00:30:00
Managing Payroll
	What Is Payroll?	00:30:00
	Principles Of Payroll Systems	01:00:00
	Confidentiality And Security Of Information	00:30:00
	Effective Payroll Processing	01:00:00
	Increasing Payroll Efficiency	01:00:00
	Risk Management in Payroll	00:30:00
	Time Management	00:30:00
	Personnel Filing	00:30:00
	When Workers Leave Employment	01:00:00
	Hiring Employees	00:30:00
	Paye and Payroll for Employers	01:00:00
	Tell HMRC about a New Employee	01:00:00
	Net And Gross Pay	00:20:00
	Statutory Sick Pay	00:30:00
	Minimum Wage for Different types of Work	01:00:00
Mock Exam
	Mock Exam – Bookkeeping and Payroll Administration Diploma	00:30:00

Certificate of Achievement

Upon completion, you will receive a CPD-accredited certificate recognised globally. Choose from:

Pdf Certificate & Transcript £7.99
Hardcopy Certificate & Transcript £17.99

This certification validates your knowledge and skills, boosting your employability in healthcare.

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1. What is the Bookkeeping and Payroll Administration Diploma UK? +

The Bookkeeping and Payroll Administration Diploma UK is an online finance course covering bookkeeping, payroll systems, accounting terms, PAYE, HMRC reporting, wages, statutory payments and financial records. It supports learners building confidence for accounts and payroll support roles.

2. Is this bookkeeping and payroll course suitable for beginners? +

Yes, this course is suitable for beginners who want to learn bookkeeping and payroll administration from the start. It introduces basic terminology, accounting methods, payroll systems, employee records and wage calculations in clear, structured learning stages.

3. What will I learn in this payroll administration course? +

You will learn bookkeeping terms, accounting methods, balance sheets, financial statements, payroll systems, confidentiality, payroll processing, PAYE, new employee reporting, net pay, gross pay, statutory sick pay and minimum wage awareness for workplace finance tasks.

4. Does this course cover PAYE and HMRC reporting? +

Yes, the course includes PAYE and HMRC employee reporting topics. Learners can build awareness of employer payroll responsibilities, new starter reporting, wage records and the importance of accurate payroll information in UK workplace administration.

5. What jobs can this course support in the UK? +

This course can support learning for roles such as Payroll Assistant, Payroll Administrator, Bookkeeping Assistant, Accounts Assistant, Finance Administrator and Junior Bookkeeper. Career progress depends on accuracy, experience, software skills, continued learning and employer expectations.