• Recording & Bookkeeping: Maintaining accurate financial records, ledgers, and journals. 
• Financial Reporting: Preparing balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements, and other financial reports. 
• Analysis & Reconciliation: Analyzing financial data, reconciling accounts, and identifying discrepancies. 
• Taxation: Preparing and filing tax returns, and ensuring compliance with tax laws. 
• Auditing: Assisting or coordinating with internal and external auditors, and reviewing financial processes. 
• Budgeting: Creating budgets, forecasting financial performance, and analyzing variances. 
• Financial Advice: Providing recommendations to management for cost reduction, revenue enhancement, and profit improvement. 
• Compliance: Ensuring adherence to accounting principles, standards, and legal requirements. 

• Technical Skills:
• Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., Oracle, Sage Intacct, Excel). 
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and regulations. 
• Analytical Skills:
• Excellent data analysis and problem-solving skills. 
• Ability to identify financial risks and opportunities. 
• Soft Skills:
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy. 
• Strong verbal and written communication skills. 
• Time management and organizational abilities. 
• Integrity and ability to handle confidential information. 

Work Environment

• Accountants can work for accounting firms, in the internal accounting departments of companies, or even manage their own practice. 
• The specific tasks and roles can vary significantly depending on the size of the company, the industry, and whether the accountant specializes in a specific area like tax, forensic, or managerial accounting.