Career paths you could take
The accountancy field is more diverse than you might think. People working in the accountancy field also work in a variety of industries including Fashion, Law, Government, Entertainment, Telecommunications and Advertising.
The following table provides a selection of some of the most common jobs.
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Job Title
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Description
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Financial Planner
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Provides clients with a strategy for meeting their financial goals.
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Auditor
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Analyses an organisation's financial accounts to test that controls are in place to prevent fraud and errors.
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Chief Financial Officer
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Manages the financial risks of an organisation and responsible for all financial aspects.
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Advisory Consultant
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Helps clients improve and manage risk to maintain and develop the performance of the business.
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Chief Executive Officer
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Oversees the management of an organisation and reports to the board.
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Tax Specialist
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Prepares corporate and personal income tax statements and provides strategies and advice.
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Management Accountant
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Uses accounting information to make business decisions and provide advice to improve overall business performance.
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Superannuation Accountant
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Specialises in the financial management of super or pension funds.
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Systems Accountant
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Examines an organisation's accounting and financial systems, provides a review of the existing processes and procedures, and suggests ways they can be improved. May also help implement any new systems, and advise on budgets and business performance.
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Forensic Accountant
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Part detective, part lawyer, part accountant. Tends to be involved when fraud or if legal action is involved. Through analysis and investigation, examines the past for clues to uncover the truth behind financial and business actions.
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