how many qualifications do you need to be a accountant? (uk)?
I am currently training towards an NVQ level 2 in business admin that also covers any kill skills such as application of number and creative writing since i dont have any gcse's. I finish in 6 months and i think an accountant would be a good career choice for me since i am very confident with numbers and i like managing money. Would qualifications would i need? after this has finish ill only have 1 free year of education left
Financial Services - 3 Answers
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Answer 1 :
None you can freelance.
Answer 2 :
I'm currently training in accounting. After an nvq, you would do an aaq qualification which if you do at college would take two or three years then you would go for acca which is another couple of years. I'm taking aaq distance learning, level two and three which should take me one year then another couple of years of acca qualifications. Accounting isnt quick, but its fairly easy and not expensive compared to other careers
Answer 3 :
The answer from Gemzee is very good, but don't forget that there is another type of accountancy, called CIMA. That is the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants. ACCA accountants tend to be auditors. In other words they check what an accounts department has done and try to find any mistakes before agreeing the accounts are correct for publication after each company's "year end". Whereas a CIMA works in the company and prepares management accounts to help and guide the managers while they are running their departments within the company. A management accountant helps managers to decide which products to make, and calculates the production costs etc. He/she can be a "trouble shooter" helping managers to streamline production processes, helping to find alternative suppliers or materials that can bring the cost price down and help make your products cheaper to produce, thus maximising the company's profit. What you are doing is going on the right course, you just have to decide which type of accountant you want to be. Both require good numeracy and accuracy. Both pay well and qualifications, just make sure you get in to the side that will provide you with the more interesting role. Good luck.
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Thursday, March 28, 2013
Book keeper or chartered accountant?
Book keeper or chartered accountant?
Good evening all, i have the choice of going on to study chartered accountancy with my current firm or becoming self employed and being a book keeper from home. I live in Kent, UK. Any advice? I'm really not sure which way to go.
Other - Taxes - 7 Answers
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Answer 1 :
You could make a comfortable living now as a self-employed bookkeeper or you could be disgustingly rich in the future as a Chartered Accountant. It's your choice.
Answer 2 :
I would recommend C.A. It is very respected career and there are a lot of firms so easy to find a job. Plus the salary is more.
Answer 3 :
Go for the chartered accountancy it will pay better in the long run and is a better qualification
Answer 4 :
I would stay on in that firm until you are officially a charterd accountant. Then if you want you can leave and become self-employed. It's my guess that a self employed chartered accountant would make more then just a self-employed book keeper. Quick question, was the accountancy course in collage difficult or is it ok? Just want to know because it's what I am hoping to do to (work in KPMG). Thanks in advance.
Answer 5 :
It may seem like a dumb choice, given your career. However the choice appears to be this. If you have integrity and want to make a decent living, but are willing to work really hard for potentially less then you are worth - Book keeping is the way forward. If you don't mind who you screw over and your priority is to make as much money as possible off the backs of others - Then C.A is the way forward!
Answer 6 :
it's not even a choice!
Answer 7 :
I'm an accountant and I think Waggy has it exactly right. Qualifying as an accountant involves learning about a much wider range of subjects that being a bookkeeper. You need to consider how much effort you are prepared to put in and what you want to achieve. Bookkeeping can be very satisfying but you will probably not get the chance to rip your clients off, - I'm sorry, I mean charge a higher rate that accountancy services can command. Personally I love being self employed and working from home. I would find it soul destroying to be an employee again. But for the last 25 years I could have at least doubled my earnings if I had chosen the employee route. What are your priorities?
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Good evening all, i have the choice of going on to study chartered accountancy with my current firm or becoming self employed and being a book keeper from home. I live in Kent, UK. Any advice? I'm really not sure which way to go.
Other - Taxes - 7 Answers
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Answer 1 :
You could make a comfortable living now as a self-employed bookkeeper or you could be disgustingly rich in the future as a Chartered Accountant. It's your choice.
Answer 2 :
I would recommend C.A. It is very respected career and there are a lot of firms so easy to find a job. Plus the salary is more.
Answer 3 :
Go for the chartered accountancy it will pay better in the long run and is a better qualification
Answer 4 :
I would stay on in that firm until you are officially a charterd accountant. Then if you want you can leave and become self-employed. It's my guess that a self employed chartered accountant would make more then just a self-employed book keeper. Quick question, was the accountancy course in collage difficult or is it ok? Just want to know because it's what I am hoping to do to (work in KPMG). Thanks in advance.
Answer 5 :
It may seem like a dumb choice, given your career. However the choice appears to be this. If you have integrity and want to make a decent living, but are willing to work really hard for potentially less then you are worth - Book keeping is the way forward. If you don't mind who you screw over and your priority is to make as much money as possible off the backs of others - Then C.A is the way forward!
Answer 6 :
it's not even a choice!
Answer 7 :
I'm an accountant and I think Waggy has it exactly right. Qualifying as an accountant involves learning about a much wider range of subjects that being a bookkeeper. You need to consider how much effort you are prepared to put in and what you want to achieve. Bookkeeping can be very satisfying but you will probably not get the chance to rip your clients off, - I'm sorry, I mean charge a higher rate that accountancy services can command. Personally I love being self employed and working from home. I would find it soul destroying to be an employee again. But for the last 25 years I could have at least doubled my earnings if I had chosen the employee route. What are your priorities?
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Thursday, March 14, 2013
Can you do the CTA course on its own or do you have to be an accountant first?
Can you do the CTA course on its own or do you have to be an accountant first?
Just a thought, I like tax but don't want to do accountancy. Can I just specialise in tax and do the CTA. How long does it take normally to complete the course?
Higher Education (University +) - 1 Answers
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Your best bet would be to contact the CTA autorities and ask them. Good luck!
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Just a thought, I like tax but don't want to do accountancy. Can I just specialise in tax and do the CTA. How long does it take normally to complete the course?
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Your best bet would be to contact the CTA autorities and ask them. Good luck!
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Thursday, March 7, 2013
what are the steps for being an accountant in UK ?
what are the steps for being an accountant in UK ?
United Kingdom - 2 Answers
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Answer 1 :
Usually people do an accounting degree then professional qualification. Each takes about 3 years. The second can be done while working full time. ACCA allow people to start without a degree, but it takes longer. You could also do foreign professional qualifications, like CPA/CA Ireland, Canada or Australia.
Answer 2 :
You'll need a UK recognised Accounting degree. ACCA is the most popular but there are many other accounting degrees which will give you accounting qualifications. Find out from the student counsellor at the college you decide to study at
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United Kingdom - 2 Answers
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Answer 1 :
Usually people do an accounting degree then professional qualification. Each takes about 3 years. The second can be done while working full time. ACCA allow people to start without a degree, but it takes longer. You could also do foreign professional qualifications, like CPA/CA Ireland, Canada or Australia.
Answer 2 :
You'll need a UK recognised Accounting degree. ACCA is the most popular but there are many other accounting degrees which will give you accounting qualifications. Find out from the student counsellor at the college you decide to study at
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Friday, March 1, 2013
Where to go after University? for a Chartered Accountant!?
Where to go after University? for a Chartered Accountant!?
I am 19 and going to university for Accounting and Finance Degree, but I have no idea what I will/should do after completing my degree! I want to become a Chartered Accountant, what are the main steps to reach CA? Please help me if you are a Successful CA ^^
Higher Education (University +) - 2 Answers
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Answer 1 :
not sure gool it
Answer 2 :
i'm not a chartered accountant...but I am also doing a degree in accounting and finance and hoping to do ACCA. After your degree you will have to do ACCA (association of certified chartered accountants) exams, you may have to do an ACCA course but i think that you can do exams only. your degree in accounting and finance will enable you to get some exemptions from some ACCA exams. you can try the following websites for more information: http://www.accaglobal.com/ http://www.icaew.com/index.cfm/route/158820/icaew_ga/en/Qualifications/Train_for_the_ACA/Train_for_the_ACA http://www.ca-training.co.uk/ hope this info is helpful :-)
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I am 19 and going to university for Accounting and Finance Degree, but I have no idea what I will/should do after completing my degree! I want to become a Chartered Accountant, what are the main steps to reach CA? Please help me if you are a Successful CA ^^
Higher Education (University +) - 2 Answers
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Answer 1 :
not sure gool it
Answer 2 :
i'm not a chartered accountant...but I am also doing a degree in accounting and finance and hoping to do ACCA. After your degree you will have to do ACCA (association of certified chartered accountants) exams, you may have to do an ACCA course but i think that you can do exams only. your degree in accounting and finance will enable you to get some exemptions from some ACCA exams. you can try the following websites for more information: http://www.accaglobal.com/ http://www.icaew.com/index.cfm/route/158820/icaew_ga/en/Qualifications/Train_for_the_ACA/Train_for_the_ACA http://www.ca-training.co.uk/ hope this info is helpful :-)
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Thursday, February 28, 2013
Becoming an Accountant or Stock Broker?
Becoming an Accountant or Stock Broker?
Hey, I'm going to graduate from from university with predicted grades of a 1st in Accountancy. What is the starting salary for an trainee accountant or stock broker, and how much does it rise with time? thanks in advance
Other - Business & Finance - 2 Answers
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accountant 16 - 25k stockbroker 20 - 40k
Answer 2 :
Dont know about stockbrokers. For accountancy though, GAAP web has a couple of salary surveys listed at http://www.gaapweb.com/CareerLaunch/Salary-Survey.aspx which you may find interesting. There’s a great deal more to it than just what’s in your payslip at the end of the month, don’t forget to take into account travel subsidies, free gym membership, healthcare, flexi-time. Even a casual dress code and relaxed working atmosphere are seen as benefits to be considered as part of a package. Do you have free tea and coffee at work, a parking space or access to the web? ...for surfing after hours of course! It will also vary significantly depending on the sector you are in, whether you are an employee or run your own business, where in the country you are, and so on.
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Hey, I'm going to graduate from from university with predicted grades of a 1st in Accountancy. What is the starting salary for an trainee accountant or stock broker, and how much does it rise with time? thanks in advance
Other - Business & Finance - 2 Answers
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Answer 1 :
accountant 16 - 25k stockbroker 20 - 40k
Answer 2 :
Dont know about stockbrokers. For accountancy though, GAAP web has a couple of salary surveys listed at http://www.gaapweb.com/CareerLaunch/Salary-Survey.aspx which you may find interesting. There’s a great deal more to it than just what’s in your payslip at the end of the month, don’t forget to take into account travel subsidies, free gym membership, healthcare, flexi-time. Even a casual dress code and relaxed working atmosphere are seen as benefits to be considered as part of a package. Do you have free tea and coffee at work, a parking space or access to the web? ...for surfing after hours of course! It will also vary significantly depending on the sector you are in, whether you are an employee or run your own business, where in the country you are, and so on.
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Thursday, February 14, 2013
Does YOUR accountant help out by asking "are these figures for the bank manager or the Revenue"?
Does YOUR accountant help out by asking "are these figures for the bank manager or the Revenue"?
Polls & Surveys - 10 Answers
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Answer 1 :
What's an accountant?
Answer 2 :
my sister is an accountant....i still don't understand finance
Answer 3 :
No, most times he just tries to part me from my money :)
Answer 4 :
My accountant speaks to me through his Solicitor, something to do with me owing him money.
Answer 5 :
He usually asks are these the made in your dreams ones
Answer 6 :
I don't have an accountant because I'm not that well off--I don't need one nor can I pay one. But I would think there is something fishy about the question he's asking. Whether for the bank manager or the IRS, they should always be the same, if the same info is requested. If the figures are different (probably higher for the bank manager), you could have your tax return audited, which is not a nice or uncomplicated experience. Ask your accountant "why?" the next time he inquires, or don't even wait, but ask asap. You can't scam the IRS and he may just be scamming you.
Answer 7 :
Aye the acCoUNTant does :)
Answer 8 :
not telling you!
Answer 9 :
oh I don't have an accountant but i need one - i never had a head for figures just a figure for head lol
Answer 10 :
"I Massages Me Own Figure Matey !"... I Don't Want Any W'ankers Or Parasitic Collectors Coming Down 'Ere and Interfering With Me !!
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Polls & Surveys - 10 Answers
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Answer 1 :
What's an accountant?
Answer 2 :
my sister is an accountant....i still don't understand finance
Answer 3 :
No, most times he just tries to part me from my money :)
Answer 4 :
My accountant speaks to me through his Solicitor, something to do with me owing him money.
Answer 5 :
He usually asks are these the made in your dreams ones
Answer 6 :
I don't have an accountant because I'm not that well off--I don't need one nor can I pay one. But I would think there is something fishy about the question he's asking. Whether for the bank manager or the IRS, they should always be the same, if the same info is requested. If the figures are different (probably higher for the bank manager), you could have your tax return audited, which is not a nice or uncomplicated experience. Ask your accountant "why?" the next time he inquires, or don't even wait, but ask asap. You can't scam the IRS and he may just be scamming you.
Answer 7 :
Aye the acCoUNTant does :)
Answer 8 :
not telling you!
Answer 9 :
oh I don't have an accountant but i need one - i never had a head for figures just a figure for head lol
Answer 10 :
"I Massages Me Own Figure Matey !"... I Don't Want Any W'ankers Or Parasitic Collectors Coming Down 'Ere and Interfering With Me !!
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