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The role of an Accountant may include aspects of the following:-

- Tracking company expenses
- Writing, error checking, analysing financial documents
- Identifying problems and inefficiencies with the way the business is run
- Ensure the correct tax is paid

Depending on the job, the accountant may also perform audits of any client companies.

A management accountant works at the cross-company level, looking at budgets, costs, assets, yearly targets, tracking year to date against and highlighting issues and areas that can benefit from streamlining efficiencies.

You will need a good head for figures and numbers, enjoy analysis, and will need a BA degree.

Job prospects are good for graduates - lots of large firms hire many trainees every year. Training salary is low but once qualified the rewards can be very good.


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