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SAP Financial Accounting and Controlling (SAP FICO) Trainingin Perth

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Build financial ERP expertise with SAP FICO Training in Perth, Australia . Learn general ledger accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, asset accounting, cost centre management, internal orders, and profitability analysis. Explore SAP S/4HANA Finance workflows through practical business scenarios and guided exercises. Strengthen financial reporting, transaction management, and controlling skills to pursue relevant opportunities in SAP consulting and enterprise finance operations.

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Perth combines a high-quality learning environment, cultural diversity and active professional communities.

Course curriculum

Module 1: Introduction to SAP FICO

Overview of SAP ERP and SAP FICO Architecture
Introduction to Financial Accounting (FI)
Introduction to Controlling (CO)
SAP ECC and SAP S/4HANA Finance Overview
Enterprise Structure and Financial Business Processes

Module 2: SAP Financial Accounting – General Ledger

General Ledger Accounting Fundamentals
Chart of Accounts Configuration
Company Code and Business Area Concepts
Fiscal Year Variants and Posting Periods
Document Types, Number Ranges, and Posting Keys
Journal Entries and General Ledger Transactions
Financial Statement Versions and Reporting

Module 3: Accounts Payable (AP)

Vendor Master Data and Business Partner Concepts
Supplier Invoice Posting and Processing
Outgoing Payments and Payment Methods
Automatic Payment Program Overview
Vendor Account Reconciliation
Credit Memos, Down Payments, and Payment Terms

Module 4: Accounts Receivable (AR)

Customer Master Data and Account Management
Customer Invoice Posting
Incoming Payments and Payment Clearing
Dunning Procedures and Receivables Management
Customer Credit Management Fundamentals
Accounts Receivable Reconciliation

Module 5: Asset Accounting (AA)

Fixed Asset Master Data Management
Asset Classes and Number Ranges
Asset Acquisition and Capitalization
Depreciation Areas and Depreciation Keys
Asset Transfers, Retirements, and Scrapping
Asset Accounting Integration with the General Ledger

Module 6: Bank Accounting and Financial Closing

House Bank and Bank Account Configuration
Bank Statement Processing
Electronic Bank Statement Fundamentals
Bank Reconciliation and Clearing
Month-End and Year-End Closing Activities
Accruals, Provisions, and Financial Adjustments

Module 7: SAP Controlling – Cost Element Accounting

Introduction to Management Accounting
Cost Element Concepts in SAP
Primary and Secondary Cost Elements
Cost Posting and Allocation Fundamentals
Integration Between Financial Accounting and Controlling

Module 8: Cost Center Accounting (CCA)

Cost Center Hierarchies and Standard Hierarchies
Cost Center Master Data
Planning and Budgeting Fundamentals
Actual Cost Posting and Monitoring
Assessment and Distribution Cycles
Cost Center Reporting and Variance Analysis

Module 9: Internal Orders and Profit Center Accounting

Internal Order Creation and Management
Internal Order Planning and Budget Control
Actual Cost Collection and Settlement
Profit Center Master Data and Hierarchies
Profit Center Accounting and Reporting
Business Performance Monitoring

Module 10: Product Costing and Profitability Analysis

Introduction to Product Cost Planning
Cost Estimates and Cost Component Structures
Standard Cost and Variance Analysis
Cost Object Controlling Fundamentals
Profitability Analysis (CO-PA)
Revenue, Cost, and Margin Analysis

Module 11: SAP FICO Integration with Other Modules

Integration Between SAP FI and Materials Management (MM)
Integration Between SAP FI and Sales and Distribution (SD)
Automatic Account Determination
Procure-to-Pay Financial Processes
Order-to-Cash Financial Processes
Financial Impact of Inventory and Sales Transactions

Module 12: SAP FICO Configuration and Practical Exercises

Enterprise Structure Configuration
General Ledger and Subledger Configuration
Tax Codes and Withholding Tax Fundamentals
Tolerance Groups and Document Controls
Financial Posting and Reconciliation Exercises
Configuration Testing and Error Resolution

Module 13: SAP S/4HANA Finance Fundamentals

Introduction to SAP S/4HANA Finance
Universal Journal and Financial Data Integration
Business Partner Approach
Real-Time Financial Reporting Concepts
Differences Between SAP ECC and SAP S/4HANA Finance
Overview of Modern Financial Closing Processes

Module 14: SAP FICO Reporting and Business Scenarios

General Ledger and Trial Balance Reports
Balance Sheet and Profit and Loss Analysis
Accounts Payable and Receivable Reports
Cost Center and Profit Center Reports
Financial Reconciliation and Period-End Reporting
Business Case Studies and Practical Exercises

Module 15: Project Work and Career Preparation

End-to-End Financial Accounting Scenario
Procure-to-Pay and Order-to-Cash Case Studies
SAP FICO Configuration and Testing Practice
Financial Data Validation and Reconciliation
Troubleshooting Common SAP FICO Issues
SAP FICO Interview Preparation and Career Guidance

Exam details

Assessment Type: Course-based assessment combining theoretical knowledge, practical SAP exercises, and scenario-based questions.
Question Format: Multiple-choice questions (MCQs), short-answer questions, configuration tasks, and financial accounting case studies.
Practical Assessment: Hands-on exercises covering general ledger accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, asset accounting, and controlling processes.
Configuration Tasks: Assessment of SAP FICO organizational structures, master data, posting controls, and basic configuration concepts.
Scenario-Based Evaluation: Practical business scenarios involving financial transactions, account reconciliation, cost center analysis, and financial reporting.
Project Assessment: Completion of an end-to-end SAP FICO business process exercise or case study.
Passing Criteria: Determined by the training provider's assessment policy and practical evaluation requirements.
Certification: Learners may receive a course completion certificate upon meeting the provider's attendance and assessment requirements. This is separate from any official SAP certification examination.

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Who this course is for

- Aspiring SAP FICO Consultants – Individuals seeking to build foundational expertise in SAP Financial Accounting, Controlling, system configuration, and integrated ERP business processes for entry-level consulting opportunities. - Accounting and Finance Professionals – Accountants, financial executives, and finance associates who want to enhance their knowledge of automated accounting, financial reconciliation, general ledger management, and SAP-based financial reporting. - Commerce and Accounting Graduates – B.Com, M.Com, finance, and commerce graduates who want to combine accounting fundamentals with SAP ERP knowledge to pursue careers in enterprise finance and functional consulting. -…

Before you begin

Basic Accounting and Financial Knowledge: Familiarity with accounting principles, financial statements, general ledger accounting, and business transactions is helpful for learners starting SAP FICO Training in Perth, Australia. Understanding of Business Finance Processes: Basic awareness of accounts payable, accounts receivable, asset accounting, expense management, and financial reporting can help learners understand SAP financial workflows. Introduction to Management Accounting: An understanding of cost centres, cost allocation, budgeting, internal expenses, and profitability analysis can support learning the controlling functions covered in SAP FICO Training in Perth, Australia. Computer…

Learning outcomes

Problem Statement – An e-commerce and retail company faces challenges with financial transaction reconciliation, delayed customer payment processing, supplier invoice discrepancies, inventory valuation, and limited visibility into operational costs. These issues affect online sales, retail store operations, supplier settlements, and financial reporting. The goal is to improve financial accuracy, streamline accounting workflows, strengthen cost control, and enhance business reporting using SAP FICO practices. How We Overcame the Problem – Learners applied SAP Financial Accounting and Controlling concepts, including general ledger accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, asset…

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General planning information. Availability is confirmed for your selected venue and batch.

Typical classroom arrangements — subject to confirmation for the selected batch: 1. Learning space and seating: A suitable room layout with seating and desk space for course discussions and exercises. 2. Presentation equipment: A display or projector for instructor-led explanations; equipment requirements are confirmed before delivery. 3. Internet and power: Connectivity and charging access where needed for the course’s digital resources or labs. 4. Collaboration tools: A whiteboard or flip chart for group activities, demonstrations and note-taking. 5. Room comfort: Appropriate lighting and ventilation, with breaks included in the agreed training schedule. 6. Access and learner needs: Accessibility, refreshments and any specific accommodation requirements should be discussed with the adviser in advance. This is general planning information. It does not confirm a particular venue, equipment package or included refreshments.

Course expertise

Professional Training Experience: Target a trainer with approximately 10 years of corporate training or professional experience in SAP FICO, financial accounting, management accounting, ERP implementation, and enterprise finance processes. Estimated Training Delivery Hours: An illustrative benchmark of approximately 2,000–4,000 instructor-led training hours over a decade, depending on the trainer's delivery schedule, consulting commitments, and corporate assignments. Estimated Candidates Trained: An illustrative benchmark of approximately 500–1,000 learners across SAP FICO, SAP Finance, financial accounting, controlling, and ERP functional training programs. SAP Financial Accounting…

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