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By: Nadia Kim & Brendan Fisher
About the Accounting Profession
:Accounting is one of the most highly regarded professions. It offers a wide range of career opportunities in four broad areas: public accounting, private industry, government and education.
Quick Reference Guide:
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Designation |
Area of Specialization |
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Chartered Accountant |
Services for both financial and non-financial activities, including auditing, financial accounting and reporting; tax, estate and financial planning services; advisory services in such areas as corporate finance; control and risk management; general financial and business management. |
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Certified Management Accountant |
Provide tax and financial advice to individuals and to businesses of all sizes. CGAs are employed in industry, commerce, academia and government. Expertise in taxation, finance, information and business management. |
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Certified General Accountant |
Communicate operating results, evaluate performance and control operations, make decisions about the direction of the organization, solve problems on value: quality, cost, time; integrate financial and non-financial information for business challenges. |
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Types of Accounting & Accounting related positions
QUIZ: Are you suitable for the accounting profession
Updated on November 26, 1999