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Career Pathway

Explore your pathway to Accountant

Follow the education, training and experience steps below to see how you can progress towards this career and explore future opportunities.

Accountant Pathway

See the steps and explore opportunities along the way.
Pathway Key
Education
Training
Job Role
Future Options

University Graduate

Subjects: English, General Mathematics, Accounting, Business, Economics
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Master of Accounting / Finance

Duration: 1.5-2 Years
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Join CPA, CA, ANZ, or IPA

Duration: 1-3 Years
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Accountant

Senior Accountant
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Finance Officer
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Finance Manager
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Accountant
Accountant
An accountant provides key financial information for a business, with key roles including managing financial statements, ensuring a business meets tax obligations and providing strategic business advice. Often having many clients/jobs, accountants help with budgeting, end of year reporting and auditing. A bachelor's degree and CPA/CA membership are often required.
Salary: $70000-100000
Career Pathway
Senior Accountant, Finance Officer, Finance Manager, Bookkeeper, Accountant Assistant