Is level 1 enough for a job?

It is a common baseline for bookkeeping roles.

Computerized Accounting Certificate (Korea)

📚 Education By CampusDown Wiki Editorial Team Last updated October 26, 2026

The Computerized Accounting certificate (전산회계) is a state-recognised private qualification run by the Korea Association of CPTAs that tests accounting principles and data entry in accounting software, at levels 1 and 2.

Contents

1. Exam
2. Next steps
3. FAQ
4. References

Exam

30% theory and 70% practical work in the KcLep software; 70 out of 100 passes. Level 1 adds cost accounting and VAT basics.

Next steps

The next tier is Computerized Tax Accounting; for finance roles, Financial Accounting Manager is more relevant.

FAQ

How often is it held?: Several times a year.
Is level 1 enough for a job?: It is a common baseline for bookkeeping roles.

Sources reviewed: 2026-10-26

References

한국세무사회 자격시험. https://license.kacpta.or.kr
자격기본법(국가공인 민간자격), 국가법령정보센터. https://www.law.go.kr
Kieso, D. E., Weygandt, J. J., & Warfield, T. D. (2019). Intermediate Accounting (17th ed.). Wiley.

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