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CPA Skills Assessment

for Accountants

Planning to Work in Accounting in Australia?

CPA Australia functions as the official authority which evaluates the qualifications and skills of prospective Australian immigrants who wish to become accountants. The Australian skilled visa and employer-sponsored visa applicants for accounting positions need to obtain a positive skills assessment.
 The CPA assessment process evaluates both Australian and overseas qualifications together with English language skills and work experience where applicable to determine your eligibility under your chosen ANZSCO code.

Who Needs CPA Skills Assessment?

CPA Australia skills assessment becomes necessary for anyone who seeks skilled migration visas or employer sponsorship in accounting roles that appear in the ANZSCO. The requirement exists for both Australian natives and international graduates and working professionals.

CPA Skills Assessment Criteria
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You need to possess a qualification which matches or exceeds the standard of an Australian Bachelor degree.

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You need to finish all essential core knowledge areas that match your ANZSCO code.

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You need to fulfill the English language requirements set by CPA.

Competency Areas

Applicants need to show proof of completing at least 9 out of 12 core knowledge areas including the 4 essential subjects. These may cover:

  • Accounting theory
  • Financial accounting
  • Cost and management accounting
  • Auditing
  • Business law
  • Information systems
  • Economics
  • Finance
  • Statistics

Even though you do not have an accounting major you can still get a positive outcome if your studies fulfill the core knowledge area requirements.

Eligibility and Common Issues
To be eligible, you must:
  • You need to possess a qualification which matches the standards of an Australian Bachelor degree
  • Show evidence of studying subjects from relevant competency areas
  • Provide certified documentation in correct formats

Meet minimum English language proficiency standards

Common issues include:
  • Missing or uncertified academic transcripts
  • Insufficient core subjects
  • Not meeting English requirements

Outdated or irrelevant qualifications

What Comes Next?

Your nominated occupation on the MLTSSL list makes you eligible for:

You can submit an application for:

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Questra provides assistance to numerous qualified accountants who achieve successful CPA assessment outcomes and proceed with their Australian migration plans. Our team assists clients through the entire process starting with document assessment up to application processing.
Our team provides consultation services which begin your journey toward Australian residency.

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