An accountant is a professional who manages, analyses, and reports financial information. Their key responsibilities include preparing financial records, conducting audits, and filing taxes.

Accounting is the process of keeping track of all financial transactions within a business, such as any money coming in and money going out. It’s not only important for businesses in terms of record ...

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