Unit of competency
Modification History
Release |
Comments |
Release 1 |
This version first released with FNS Financial Services Training Package Version 1.0. |
Application
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to correctly identify bad debts, negotiate with customers and ascertain means of recovery using actions in line with relevant credit policy.
It applies to individuals who work cooperatively with others using a range of managerial and negotiation techniques to facilitate debt recovery processes.
Work functions in the occupational areas where this unit may be used are subject to regulatory requirements. Refer to the FNS Implementation Guide Companion Volume or the relevant regulator for specific guidance on requirements.
Unit Sector
Credit management
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Implement appropriate course of action to recover outstanding debt |
1.1 Review account history and determine appropriate recovery action based on account history 1.2 Advise customers promptly of possible implications of outstanding debts and deal with any objections according to organisational guidelines and legislative requirements 1.3 Document agreed payment arrangements accurately according to organisational system requirements |
2. Monitor and review effectiveness of recovery action |
2.1 Review customer accounts for their adherence to agreed payment arrangements 2.2 Identify customers’ non-compliance with agreed arrangements and manage in accordance with organisational guidelines 2.3 Involve internal stakeholders in review and monitoring process as required |
3. Re-assess account to determine eligibility for write-off |
3.1 Re-assess account to determine if it is appropriate for write-off as agreed payment arrangements have not been met 3.2 Document recommendations for write-off and account closure, complying with legislation and organisational guidelines, that authorised personnel can action |
Foundation Skills
This section describes language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills incorporated in the performance criteria that are required for competent performance.
Skill |
Performance Criteria |
Description |
Reading |
1.1, 2.1, 3.3 |
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Writing |
1.2, 1.3, 3.2 |
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Oral Communication |
1.1,1.2, 2.2, 2.3, |
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Numeracy |
1.1, 1.3, 2.1, 3.1, 3.3 |
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Navigate the world of work |
3.2, 3.3 |
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Interact with others |
1.2, 2.2, 2.3, 3.2 |
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Get the work done |
1.1, 2.1, 3.1, 3.3 |
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Unit Mapping Information
Code and title current version |
Code and title previous version |
Comments |
Equivalence status |
FNSCRD403 Manage and recover bad and doubtful debts |
FNSCRD403A Manage and recover bad and doubtful debts |
Updated to meet Standards for Training Packages Changes performance criteria for clarification |
Equivalent unit |
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=c7200cc8-0566-4f04-b76f-e89fd6f102fe