Accountant responsibilities span a wide range of functions:
- Record all transactions accurately and reconcile accounts
- Prepare balance sheets, income statements and other reports
- Perform cost and general ledger analysis
- Complete tax audits ensuring compliance
- Manage budgets and cash flows
- Review contracts and process payments
- Examine financial discrepancies
- Manage payroll functions
- Create and implement new accounting systems
- Consult management on financial strategy
- Guide investments, mergers and acquisitions