Accountant
Accountants measure, communicate and interpret financial activity. Decision makers count on accurate financial information in order to make strategic business decisions.
What do Accountants do on the job?
• Design and administer accounting and information systems that include records of assets, liabilities and business transactions
• Prepare budgets, tax returns and financial statements
• Analyze financial information to assist in planning financial management policies, business strategies and the control and use of business assets
• Provide personal and corporate income tax and estate planning services
• Provide internal and external auditing services
• Make recommendations regarding solutions to business and financial problems
Where do Accountants work?
• AREVA and Cameco
• Businesses
• Provincial, Federal and Municipal Government
• Banks
• Manufacturing companies
• Public accounting practices
• Educational institutions
Job Titles
• Auditor
• Taxation specialist
• Treasurers
• Chief Financial Officers
• Budget officers
What characteristics do you need?
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Critical thinking, logical analysis and problem solving skills
• Ability to work alone and as part of a team
• High ethical standards
Estimated Average Hourly Wage from Service Canada - Saskatchewan - $32.93/hour
Post-Secondary Institutes
• University of Saskatchewan – Edward’s School of Business – Bachelor of Commerce
o Degree Program
o Require: Grade 12 with a minimum of 80% average including English A30, English B30, Math B30, Math C30
o Length: Four year
• University of Saskatchewan – Edward’s School of Business – Business Co-operative Education Program
o Degree Program
o Require: Grade 12 with a minimum of 80% average including English A30, English B30, Math B30, Math C30
o Length: Four 1/2 years
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Last Updated (Wednesday, 09 June 2010 15:03)