Accountant
Explore how accountants organise and examine financial information so it can be understood and used responsibly.
Roles vary across organisations and change over time. Use this profile to identify questions, then investigate current role and course information.
What does this career involve?
Common kinds of work to investigate when learning about this area.
Work you might explore
- Recording and classifying financial activity
- Checking records for accuracy and consistency
- Preparing reports and explaining financial information
- Applying current standards, controls and professional judgement
What skills can help?
- Numerical accuracy
- Financial record keeping
- Spreadsheet skills
- Professional ethics
Courses to explore
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Projects students can try
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