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Get the Skills to Become a Financial Assistant

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Learn the computerized accounting skills you need to start a rewarding career in finance

26-Week Financial Assistant/Computerized Accounting Program in the Greater Toronto Area

Financial Assistants make a valuable contribution in financial industries and offices. Primary tasks may include processing bills, invoices, accounts payable and receivable, budgets and other financial records according to established procedures.

Financial Assistants are responsible for the day-to-day operations in given financial institutions. They also have to prepare cost analysis reports for other departments.

Flexible Program Options

If you’re interested in starting a rewarding new career, but you can’t put your entire life on hold to pursue it, you’re in the right place. At Oxford College, we offer flexible class schedules including Morning, Afternoon, Evening and Weekend sessions. We also offer flexible learning options (Online, Hybrid and In-person) for many of our programs.

For more information about Oxford College’s flexible program options, inquire today!

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Financial Assistant/Computerized Accounting

26-Week Diploma | $53,331 median annual salary***


  • Graduates hired by financial institutions, investment firms & mortgage offices
  • Training in QuickBooks & Microsoft Office Applications
  • Advance into Financial Planning, Staff Accounting, Financial Analysis and much more!


***https://www.jobbank.gc.ca/marketreport/wages-occupation/12472/ON visited on February 18, 2022. Salary source for financial aid officers in Ontario with lowest 10% earning $35,963 to the highest 10% of workers earning $83,491.

Become Qualified in Financial Assisting & Computerized Accounting

Oxford College’s Financial Assistant/Computerized Accounting diploma program will provide you with knowledge of accounting principles and practices specific to the Canadian marketplace. You will receive hands-on training in manual and computerized accounting systems and industry software.

Areas of focus of the Assistant/Computerized Accounting program include:

  • Microsoft Office Applications
  • QuickBooks
  • Bookkeeping
  • Computerized Accounting
  • Word Processing and Spreadsheets
  • Ethics and Professionalism
  • Communication Skills

Is a Career as a Financial Assistant Right for You? Take the 'Oxford College Financial Assistant/Computerized Accounting Career Training Readiness Quiz'

This fun, online quiz takes 3-minutes to complete and you’ll get a personalized report. Identify your strengths and social style plus the training and positions you’re best suited for. Get your Financial Assistant Career Training Readiness score now!

Career Opportunities

Upon completion of this program, you may find employment as an Financial Assistant in a variety of interesting settings, including:

  • Public and Private Businesses
  • Retail Industries
  • Corporations
  • Bookkeeping and Tax Services
  • Banks
  • Financial Institutions
  • Trust Companies
  • Investment Firms
  • Mortgage Offices

Career Services

After your training, we won’t leave you hanging. Career Services is here to help you throughout your entire career training journey and afterwards, too. From organizing placements at prominent companies to helping you with your resume, cover letter, and interview tips, you’ll feel confident that you’re putting your best foot forward when it comes time for you to enter into the profession. What’s more, you can access our services after graduation if you need help with the employment hunt. Because when you become a student at Oxford College, you join the Oxford family for life!

Financial Aid

Many people need extra financial assistance to attend school. At Oxford, we believe that finances should not be a barrier for anyone seeking higher education. That’s why we have many funding programs in place, including OSAP, Second Career, and private student loans, to name a few. We will also work with you to set up manageable monthly payment plans for you. Sit down with a financial aid advisor, and they’ll help to assess your situation and create a funding plan that works for you.

Is a Rewarding Career as a Financial Assistant Right For You? Get More Info…

If you’re interested in learning more about Financial Assisting/Computerized Accounting and exploring if this is the right career path for you, fill out the form on this page to receive more information.

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