Modification History
The version details of this endorsed unit of competency set are in the table below. The latest information is at the top.
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E Replaces and is equivalent to SITHACS002B Conduct night audit. Prerequisite unit removed. Minor adjustments to expression of content to streamline and improve unit. |
Unit Descriptor
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to check and reconcile daily financial transactions and records, and produce reports relating to commercial accommodation establishment trading and revenue.
Application of the Unit
This unit applies to all types of commercial accommodation, and to reception personnel or night auditors who check financial transactions during periods of minimal customer activity at the front desk. They work within established procedures and systems under some supervision, but the problem-solving nature of this activity means they apply some discretion and judgment.
In many establishments, the night audit function is now automated and runs throughout the day.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Pre-Requisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Information
This unit contains employability skills.
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements and Performance Criteria
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
1. Monitor financial transactions. |
1.1 Check that transactions comply with organisational procedures. 1.2 Check that balances prepared by others are accurate and comply with organisational procedures. 1.3 Identify financial and system discrepancies and resolve according to level of responsibility. 1.4 Implement financial systems and financial control systems according to organisational procedures. 1.5 Monitor systems and provide feedback to appropriate management. |
2. Complete routine records and reports. |
2.1 Complete routine records and reports accurately within designated timelines. 2.2 Process end or close day trading and reports. 2.3 Forward reports to appropriate colleagues or department. 2.4 Reduce waste by minimising use of printed materials. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
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Evidence Guide
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package. |
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Overview of assessment |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Evidence of the ability to:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Assessment must ensure use of:
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Method of assessment |
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess the practical skills and knowledge required to conduct a night audit. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
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Guidance information for assessment |
The assessor should design integrated assessment activities to holistically assess this unit with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role, for example:
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Range Statement
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included. |
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Transactions may relate to: |
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Discrepancies may relate to: |
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Financial systems may include systems for: |
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Reports may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Not applicable.
Competency Field
Accommodation Services