Accountant- Miranda
The word “accountant” comes from the Latin word computare, which means “to count” or “to calculate”
Creative & Visual Skills
Communication & Interpersonal Skills
Critical Thinking & Judgement
Emotional Intelligence & Personal Traits
Professional & Technical Knowledge
Organizational & Operational Skills
Physical & Situational Readiness
Where does this job happen?
Accounting Firms.
Corporations.
Government Agencies.
Nonprofit Organizations.
Self-Employed or Freelance.
Corporations.
Government Agencies.
Nonprofit Organizations.
Self-Employed or Freelance.
What do they actually do?
Accountants keep track of money for businesses, organizations, or individuals. They record financial transactions, prepare reports like balance sheets and income statements, file taxes, and make sure everything follows legal and financial rules. They also help people understand their finances and make smart money decisions.
What kind of person does this?
Integrity.
Attention to Detail.
Reliability.
Analytical Thinking.
Professionalism.
Attention to Detail.
Reliability.
Analytical Thinking.
Professionalism.
What skills do you need?
Technical Skills (Hard Skills)
Accounting Knowledge.
Mathematics & Financial Analysis.
Tax Knowledge.
Software Proficiency.
Auditing & Internal Controls
Soft Skills (Interpersonal & Mental Abilities)
Attention to Detail.
Organization.
Problem-Solving.
Critical Thinking.
Communication Skills.
Ethics and Integrity.
Time Management.
Accounting Knowledge.
Mathematics & Financial Analysis.
Tax Knowledge.
Software Proficiency.
Auditing & Internal Controls
Soft Skills (Interpersonal & Mental Abilities)
Attention to Detail.
Organization.
Problem-Solving.
Critical Thinking.
Communication Skills.
Ethics and Integrity.
Time Management.
How much money can you make?
Entry-level accountants typically earn around $50,000 to $65,000 per year.
Mid-level accountants with a few years of experience usually make between $65,000 and $85,000 annually.
Certified Public Accountants (CPAs) or those in senior roles can earn $90,000 to $120,000+ per year.
Specialized accountants (like forensic or management accountants) or those in big firms or high-cost cities may make even more, sometimes over $150,000.
Mid-level accountants with a few years of experience usually make between $65,000 and $85,000 annually.
Certified Public Accountants (CPAs) or those in senior roles can earn $90,000 to $120,000+ per year.
Specialized accountants (like forensic or management accountants) or those in big firms or high-cost cities may make even more, sometimes over $150,000.