17 Dec Identify two basic accounting principles and briefly explain how each is applied in the workplace.

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Assessment Information

Resources Required

In addition to the resources specified below, you will be required to have access to task resource requirements specified before each task: Computers with access to the internet and MS Office Applications, including MS Word, Adobe Acrobat Reader and working web browser. ASOC learner's resource for BSBFIN501 – Manage budgets and financial plans. Access to ASOC simulated business environment.

Performance Evidence

The candidate must demonstrate the ability to complete the tasks outlined in the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit, including evidence of the ability to:

Manage the budget and financial plan of an organisation for one reporting period:

In the course of the above, the candidate must:

Communicate with relevant people to clarify budget and financial plans, negotiate changes and disseminate information

Prepare, implement and modify financial contingency plans

Monitor expenditure and control costs

Support and monitor team members

Report on budget and expenditure

Review and make recommendations for improvements to financial processes

Meet record-keeping requirements for Australian Taxation Office (ATO) and for auditing purposes

Knowledge Evidence

The candidate must be able to demonstrate knowledge to complete the tasks outlined in the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit, including knowledge of:

Basic accounting principles

Types of budgets and financial plans

Legislation and current ATO requirements, including the Goods and Services Tax (GST)

Key requirements for financial record keeping and auditing

Principles for managing work teams

Principles and techniques involved in managing:

Budgeting

Cash flows

Electronic spreadsheets

Goods and Services Tax

Ledgers and financial statements

Profit and loss statements

Evaluation of budget and financial plans

Assessment Tasks
To achieve competency in this unit, you must satisfactorily complete all the following assessment tasks within the date and time specified in the session plan. This will demonstrate that you have all the required skills and knowledge for this unit.
Assessment tasks	Assessment description	Location of the assessment
Assessment Task 1 (AT1): Knowledge Test	This assessment includes a series of questions that students are required to answer. You will need to answer all questions correctly. You will be given 4 hours to complete this task.	This assessment will be conducted in the ASOC classroom.
Assessment Task 2 (AT2): Project	This project requires you to complete a set of tasks that includes written practical tests and role-play activity. You may complete the projects in a simulated environment (ASOC Institute) with access to all the resources specified in Task resource requirements.	This assessment will be conducted at the ASOC simulated business environment.

Assessment Tasks

This section contains all the assessment tasks students will complete for BSBFIN501 – Manage budgets and financial plans. You will have access to all the resources as specified in the Task Resource Requirements.

Assessment Cover Sheet: Assessment Task 1 (AT1)

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Assessment Details
Unit of Competency	BSBFIN501 – Manage budgets and financial plans.
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Assessment Task 1: Knowledge Test

Task Resource Requirements You must have access to the below listed resources in addition to the resources listed in 'Resources Required' in 'Assessment Information'

Student Assessment Booklet Pen ASOC learner's resource for BSBFIN501 – Manage budgets and financial plans.

Instructions for the Student

This assessment will be conducted in the ASOC classroom/computer lab with access to the resources listed above. This is an Open/Closed book assessment. You must answer all knowledge questions as part of this assessment and they can submit answers in either electronic or paper-based. The assessor may verify the authenticity of your' work by asking questions regarding the answers provided.

Planning the Assessment

Recommended date for assessment – [assessor to set a date as per timetable] Access all resources mentioned in the required resources, either printed copies or access via the internet Time required for assessment: 4 hours You must: Answer all the questions satisfactorily to be deemed competent. Complete the assessment and submit it in due timelines. Submit with a completed assessment cover sheet. Your assessor must set a time to provide feedback.

Evidence Specifications

At the end of the assessment, you will be required to submit the following evidence before the due date specified by the assessor: You are required to submit a completed knowledge test with all questions answered. Completed and signed cover sheet for assessment.

Evidence Submission

Documentation can be submitted electronically or paper-based. Your assessor will record the assessment outcome on the assessment cover sheet.

Question 1
Identify two basic accounting principles and briefly explain how each is applied in the workplace.
Accounting Principle	Explanation of How Each Principle is Applied in the Workplace

Question 2
Identify the two types of ageing accounts found in ageing summaries and briefly explain how each is used using your own words.
Types of Ageing Accounts	Explanation of How Each is Used

Question 3
Identify the three types of cash flow activities and briefly explain each using your own words.
Types of Cash Flow Activities	Explanation of Each Cash Flow Activity

Question 4
Identify two types of petty cash books and briefly explain how petty cash is recorded on each using your own words.
Types of Petty Cash Books	Explanation of How Petty Cash is Recorded
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