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How to Become an Accountant

An accountant is a financial expert who organises, analyses, and reports on money matters for businesses, governments, or individuals. They ensure finances are accurate, comply with tax laws, and help organisations make smart financial decisions.

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Working Hours8-10 hours
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Work Setting Hybrid
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Job Demand
A Day In The Life
Is This Career Right For Me?
Challenges And Skills
Career Pathway
Global Opportunities

A Day In The Life

If you were a Accountant, you’d spend your day…
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Preparing financial reports and statements

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Auditing financial records for accuracy

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Meeting with clients or teams to explain financial findings

Wanna see an accountant in action? Check out this video!

Is This Career Right for Me?

According to the Holland Codes, people in this career generally possess the following traits:

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Realistic
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Investigative
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Artistic
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Social
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Enterprising
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Conventional

Challenges & Skills

No job is easy, but if you’ve got the right skills, you’ll be ready to handle anything that comes your way!

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Challenges & Skills Needed to Overcome Them

Meeting strict deadlines, especially during audit season

Skills: Good time management and staying organised

Keeping up with changing tax laws and financial rules

Skills: Time management and working under pressure

Communicating financial info to non-finance people

Skills: Good attention to detail and adaptability

Working with accounting software and digital tools

Skills: Clear communication and report-writing skills

Handling complex numbers and financial regulations

Skills: Tech-savviness and software proficiency

Sound like you? Then you might just have what it takes to tackle these challenges and thrive as a Accountant!

Career Pathway

Thinking long term? This career path shows you how you can grow your role (and salary!) in the world of business & finance

Junior Accountant / Audit Assistant RM2,800 – RM4,000
Senior Accountant / Audit Associate / Finance Analyst RM5,000 – RM8,000
Finance Manager / Audit Manager / Tax Manager RM8,000 and above
Chief Financial Officer (CFO) / Finance Director RM10,000 and above

With every step, you’ll gain more skills, responsibility and opportunities. If you’re passionate about business & finance, this career path could be your perfect match!

Global Opportunities

Pros in this field are in demand everywhere—your career could literally take you places!

Top countries hiring professionals in this field:
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Singapore

A leading financial hub in Southeast Asia, known for its strategic location and business-friendly environment.

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Australia

Australia’s diverse economy demands skilled accountants with global qualifications like ACCA, CPA, or CA ANZ, especially in mining, healthcare, finance, and government sectors.

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United Kingdom

A leading financial centre that values international certifications like ACCA, ICAEW, or CIMA, offering roles in audit, tax, finance, and consultancy.

We hope this guide has helped you understand what to expect and inspired you to explore a path that fits your strengths and passions. Good luck—and have fun discovering your future!