Is being a bookkeeping clerk a good fit for you?
Records and checks money figures to keep a business's financial records complete and accurate. Does routine sums and checks.
What the work involves
- Uses accounting software to record, store and analyse information.
- Checks figures, entries and documents for accuracy and correct codes.
- Follows government and company rules and procedures.
- Uses calculators, typewriters and copiers to do calculations and produce documents.
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:
- Belonging. People who look out for each other, and a manager who has your back.
How much training it needs
Apprenticeships and training. Usually vocational training or an apprenticeship. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.
Find out if it fits you
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