Team Member Ready for Placement

Paula has completed her initial training and testing, which has prepared her for a role in the Australian accounting space. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Management Accounting, having completed two years in Accountancy before shifting and graduating with this degree. With her background and training, Paula brings a strong foundation in accounting and administrative functions. She is single, enjoys reading books, listening to music, and watching movies, which reflect her calm and steady personality.

Onboarding Training and Assessment

At Affordable Staff, we ensure that every team member possesses a robust understanding of administrative tasks while also having a deep appreciation and comprehension of Australian business practices and cultural nuances. This dual focus ensures they are exceptionally well-prepared to support their clients effectively. All our VAs begin with general admin training that focuses on real estate, providing them with valuable context for working with Australians and a comprehensive overview of general admin competencies. This foundational training ensures that trainees are versatile and capable of supporting a wide range of administrative tasks.

Our training program for Accounts Virtual Assistants (VAs) encompasses a comprehensive suite of topics essential for proficient financial administration. The curriculum begins with foundational bookkeeping tests and a basic accounting refresher, followed by specialised modules on an introduction to Australian accounting and taxation. Trainees delve into business activities and entity reporting within Australia, learn the basics of accounting ledgers, and get acquainted with various accounting software, including Xero and MYOB. The program includes detailed steps for setting up and using these tools, covering everything from bank feeds to payroll compliance and invoice creation. VAs gain hands-on experience by processing various tasks in Xero, ensuring practical application of their learning.

Additionally, the training addresses taxation topics, including types of taxes, regulations, and laws specific to individuals and businesses in Australia. The final segment includes a thorough assessment and certifications in Xero and MYOB, ensuring that trainees are well-prepared for real-world accounting tasks.

This comprehensive approach ensures our VAs are highly skilled in both general administrative support and specialised accounting functions, making them invaluable assets to their clients.

Affordable Staff Tools Training

Tools Training is a crucial part of our training program, ensuring our team members gain proficiency in essential software used in daily operations. Our team members are introduced to LastPass for password management, Outlook for email and calendar organisation, TechSmith for capturing and recording, Hubstaff for time tracking, Zoom and Teams for virtual communication, OneDrive for file management, and Trello for project management.

For those completing our Accounting Foundations course, we place a significant emphasis on Xero and MYOB. Accounting VAs spend considerable time honing their skills through practice and repetition using these tools, ensuring they become highly adept and efficient.

Additional Tools Proficiency

Prior to her onboarding training, Paula had already gained experience with the following tools and software:

• Limited Experience: Word, Excel, Outlook, OneNote, Teams, OneDrive, Canva
• Basic Knowledge: PowerPoint, Access, Forms, Power BI, Adobe Photoshop

Additional Skills and Notable Experience

Paula’s previous roles have equipped her with practical skills in accounting and administrative functions. She worked as a part-time accounting assistant at a small jewelry shop for five months, handling financial records and supporting daily operations. She also completed a four-month internship at an accounting and auditing firm, where she gained valuable experience in:

• Creating financial statements and computing tax dues
• Submitting annual tax return forms and documents through the government’s electronic tax filing system
• Performing data entry for clients’ monthly purchases and sales
• Reviewing financial reports from various clients to ensure accuracy
• Preparing reports and financial statements using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel

These experiences helped her build strong organisational skills, accuracy in data handling, and familiarity with compliance requirements—skills highly relevant to accounting support roles.

Learning Ability and Work Proficiency

Paula is an independent and steady worker who adapts quickly to existing systems and workflows. She demonstrates good verbal and written communication skills, follows instructions with ease, and is capable of working with minimal supervision. Highly organised and systematic, she ensures that her tasks are completed efficiently. While her written communication is clear, she continues to improve on being more expressive verbally and paying closer attention to detail to minimise avoidable errors.

Interpersonal Skills and Personal Characteristics

Calm and attentive by nature, Paula approaches her work with diligence and earnestness. She is resourceful, systematic, and willing to accept responsibility, demonstrating a genuine interest in her tasks. Her steady energy and harmonious approach to working with others make her a reliable team member who fosters collaboration.

Suitability

Paula is greatly suitable for any general accounts or general administrative position, as well as for voice roles.

Why Paula is Suitable for the Role

Paula’s academic background in Management Accounting, combined with her practical experience as an accounting assistant and intern, makes her highly capable of supporting accounting and administrative functions. Her strong organisational skills, accuracy in handling financial data, and adaptability to tools like Xero and MYOB ensure she can contribute effectively to clients. With her calm personality, resourcefulness, and ability to work independently, Paula is well-positioned to succeed as an Accounts Virtual Assistant and provide dependable support to Australian businesses.