What Does an Accountant Do?
An accountant may:
Ensure compliance with accounting standards and tax laws
Record income and expenses
Maintain financial records
Prepare financial statements
Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable
Reconcile bank accounts
Process payroll
Prepare tax returns
Create budgets
Analyze financial performance
Career Opportunities
Accounting skills can lead to roles such as:
- Bookkeeper
- Accounting Clerk
- Payroll Specialist
- Staff Accountant
- Tax Preparer
- Tax Professional
- Auditor
- Financial Analyst
- Controller
- Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
