Accountants analyze record and report financial information for businesses and individuals. They also ensure that financial records are accurate and that taxes are paid correctly.
Responsibilities
Financial reporting: Prepare balance sheets income statements and other financial reports
Budgeting: Assist with budgets and financial forecasting
Taxation: Oversee tax filing and ensure compliance with tax regulations
Auditing: Conduct routine and annual audits
Reconciling: Reconcile bank statements and accounts
Analyzing: Analyze data related to financial reports tax returns and accounting records
Advising: Provide financial advice to management and other entities
Internal controls: Develop and maintain internal control procedures
Skills and qualifications
Attention to detail: Spot discrepancies and analyze documents
Analytical thinking: Use logic to address workrelated issues and problems
Communication: Communicate financial information to clients in a straightforward manner
Accounting software: Use accounting software to manage finances
Financial statement literacy: Understand all aspects of the most common financial statements
Accountants may specialize in a certain area of practice including taxation auditing management consultancy and corporate finance.
Work experience as an Accountant. Excellent knowledge of accounting regulations and procedures, including the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) Hands-on experience with accounting software like FreshBooks and QuickBooks. Advanced MS Excel skills including Vlookups and pivot tables.
Education
Graduate