Accountants and financial auditors organize and analyze the financial records and transactions kept by individuals or businesses. They can also be responsible for financial budgeting and forecasting.

Accountants are involved with financial planning, fiscal control and financial decision-making. They organize financial information for individuals or businesses and may report on their findings.

Financial auditors are a type of accountant. They analyze financial and business records to ensure that they are accurate and conform to standard accounting procedures. Auditors also make sure that businesses are in line with relevant legislation.

Financial auditors and accountants are employed by auditing and accounting firms and by all businesses throughout the private and public sectors. They may also be self-employed as consultants or contract specialists.

Individuals in these occupations must have meticulous work habits. They should have excellent communication and writing skills to effectively convey financial results, explain projections, report the impact of financial decisions and prepare detailed reports on audit findings. They should also have good mathematical skills. These individuals should also be able to work well independently and as part of a team.