Is being an accountant or auditor a good fit for you?
Checks, explains and prepares financial records. Prepares reports, gives advice and checks other people's accounts.
What the work involves
- Prepares, examines and analyses accounts and financial reports for accuracy and completeness.
- Processes invoices for payment.
- Reviews accounts for mistakes and sorts out differences.
- Prepares adjusting entries in the accounts.
The interests that suit it
People in this work tend to be organising and persuading. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.
What it tends to reward
Compared with other work, this job stands out for:
- Mastery. Getting really good at something over time.
- Independence. Trusted to decide how the work gets done.
How much training it needs
Degree required. Usually a degree, sometimes more study after. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.
Find out if it fits you
Answer quick questions about what you like doing and what keeps you going. We match you with roles from over 900 kinds of work, and you can see if an accountant or auditor is one of yours.
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