what does it take to become an accountant?
do you need a degree?
Higher Education (University +) - 4 Answers
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Answer 1 :
high high high grades in maths
Answer 2 :
Yes you do. You can study accounting as a vocational degree, or through CPA. Check out your options here http://www.aicpa.org/ You need to have good attention to detail, and numeracy. Accountancy is a great profession - you can even do it from home if you want a family.
Answer 3 :
A Level GCSE and thats propably the main one you need to focus on
Answer 4 :
While one ought to have a degree - you do not need any qualifications at all. In the UK, 'accountant' is not a protected term, and anyone may call themselves an accountant. This is worrying, as there are many individuals who set up shop as accountant, without the knowledge to properly serve their customers. When choosing an accountant, always look for a Chartered Accountant - this *is* a protected term, and so ensures the quality of the service provided. So in short -to be an accountant, you do not need a single qualification.
