Accountant

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The word accounting comes from the word accountability. If you are going to be rich, you need to be accountable for your money.

Robert Kiyosaki 
Accountant

In A Nutshell

I give financial advice to farmers and other people who run agriculture businesses, helping them make smart money decisions.

I learn about my customers’ finances and the economy to help them make smart, informed choices.

I work with numbers and write clear reports so financial decisions are easy to understand.

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Potential Salary Range

$58,000 - 85,000 Annually

Which provinces would this job be in?

Alberta AB
Alberta
British Columbia BC
British Columbia
Manitoba MB
Manitoba
New Brunswick NB
New Brunswick
Newfoundland & Labrador NL
Newfoundland & Labrador
Nova Scotia NS
Nova Scotia
Nunavut NU
Nunavut
Northwest Territories NWT
Northwest Territories
Ontario ON
Ontario
Prince Edward Island PEI
Prince Edward Island
Quebec QC
Quebec
Saskwatchewan SK
Saskwatchewan

I work in an office where clients come to meet with me. We talk about their personal or business finances, and I help them understand their money and make good financial decisions.

Workplace

Indoor

Job Requirements & Duties

  • Auditing financial information
  • Reviewing accounts and preparing tax returns
  • Organizing and presenting reports, budgets, and business plans
  • Analyzing accounts and business plans
  • Predicting financial risks for customers, based on trends in the economy
  • Advising clients on financial strategies and compliance

Education & Training

  •  A university degree in accounting or another business-related field is required for this position.
  • Some accountants become Certified Public Accountants (CPAs). To become a CPA, you must meet education and experience requirements and pass the Uniform CPA Exam. Earning a CPA certification can lead to greater trust, more job opportunities, and higher pay.
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Job Outlook

    The job outlook is fair to good, with slightly more job openings expected than available candidates in the coming years.

Related School Subjects

69 Math
Career Education

What words come to mind when thinking about this career?

Finances Money Economy Business

Important Skills

Money Management

When working in finance, it’s important to feel comfortable working with money and understanding trends in the economy.

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Financial Advising

I help people understand their finances so they can make smart, confident money decisions.

Multitasking

I’m often working with many customers at the same time, so I need to find ways to give everyone the time and attention they deserve.

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Interpersonal

Because I’m spending so much time talking with customers, it’s really important that I enjoy working and connecting with people.

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The Best Things About This Job Are…

Helps Others
Pays Well
Independent Work
Has Business Perks