Accounting Personality Quiz + Accounting Career Options

The ICMS Bachelor of Business (Accounting) provides a foundation for exploring a range of career pathways in accounting, finance and business.

Accounting Career Options

Accountant: Help individuals and organisations manage their finances. Assist in keeping track of taxes, record keeping, and making sure people meet their financial obligations. Accountants usually specialise in different areas like managing money, taxes, trusts, systems, funds, or business accounting. Work in various sectors, from government institutions and big companies to small businesses and individual clients.

Management Accountant: By being expert in analysing financial, and non-financial, information, you help companies protect their future through relying on your forecasts. You keep your company ahead and help shape business strategy as you recommend how best to make use of your company’s resources.

Financial Accountant: Attention to detail and a thorough understanding of financial concepts is what is required when managing the accounting and finances of a company. Cost, productivity, margins and expense reports falls under your responsibilities.

Chief Financial Officer (CFO): A senior executive responsible for overseeing an organisation’s financial strategy, reporting, budgeting and financial risk management. CFOs typically report to the Chief Executive Officer or board and generally have substantial professional experience and relevant qualifications.

Business Analyst: Analyse and review processes to enable a company to identify where it can operate more efficiently and smoothly.

Tax (Taxation) Accountant: Record, examine, and provide insights into tax-related and financial aspects of both companies and individuals. Be a source of truth for compliance with relevant tax regulations, and carry out assessments to assist clients in making wise investment decisions and to effectively, and legally, meet tax obligations.

Auditor: Examine financial records, internal controls and organisational processes to assess accuracy, compliance and financial reporting. Some audit roles require additional professional qualifications or registration.

Forensic Accountant: Auditing and investigation combine to recognise signs of financial fraud or damage that may be relevant to legal investigations or disputes.

Investment Manager: Investment Manager: Oversee investment portfolios and make decisions based on financial analysis, investment objectives and risk considerations. This role generally requires relevant experience and may involve additional qualifications or regulatory requirements.

Finance Manager: Play a crucial role in helping management make informed financial decisions. Directly support and advise the Chief Financial Officer and the executive management team through a number of important responsibilities. These include analysing financial data and identifying the strengths and weaknesses of the company’s finances. Be skilled in risk management, carefully assessing and minimizing financial risks, and be on the lookout for new opportunities to increase revenue and reduce costs.

These are just a few examples of the many roles available in the incredibly diverse and global accounting industry.

How do you prepare to take advantage of Accounting Career Options?

Entry requirements vary between accounting, finance and business roles. Some positions require relevant tertiary qualifications, professional accreditation or membership, while senior roles generally require substantial industry experience. Certain accounting career pathways also involve additional professional study and practical experience.

The ICMS Bachelor of Business (Accounting) combines accounting studies with broader business knowledge, helping students develop skills relevant to a range of accounting, finance and business career pathways.

This degree caters to the requirements of the industry and job market, aiming to produce entry-level professionals who are equipped with foundational business skills, as well as in-depth knowledge in various aspects of accounting.

The ICMS Bachelor of Business (Accounting) is professionally accredited by Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ) and CPA Australia, and recognised by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA).

Subject to completing the required subjects, graduates may meet academic entry requirements for professional accounting programs or be eligible for selected exemptions. Additional professional study, practical experience and membership requirements apply.

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Disclaimer: Career opportunities and graduate employment outcomes vary between individuals and are not guaranteed. Professional accreditation, membership, certification and registration requirements for accounting and finance careers are separate from the academic accreditation of the ICMS Bachelor of Business (Accounting). While the degree is accredited by CA ANZ and CPA Australia and recognised by ACCA, graduates may need to complete additional professional study, examinations and practical experience to obtain professional qualifications or membership. Students and graduates should confirm current requirements directly with the relevant professional body or regulator.