Accountant

Professional who manages financial records.

CPA

/əˈkaʊntənt/

From Middle English accounant, from Old French aconter, from Latin computare (to calculate).

Accountants help people and businesses keep track of their money, like making sure bills are paid and taxes are done correctly.

The earliest known accountants were in ancient Mesopotamia
Double-entry bookkeeping, a core accounting method, was developed in Italy during the Renaissance
Forensic accountants investigate financial crimes

What do accountants do? They manage financial records
How do they help businesses? By providing financial advice and ensuring compliance with regulations
What skills are important for accountants? Attention to detail, analytical thinking, and knowledge of accounting principles

account general bookkeeper

financial professional businessperson

auditor tax accountant forensic accountant

financial records ledgers balance sheets

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