Whether you are considering studying for an accounting degree, are in middle of studying, or have graduated, an accounting degree should never be one to regret. There are many fantastic skills that are picked up along the way that can be transferred into new jobs and industries.
Analytical skills
Whether you’re studying for an accounting degree or you’ve been working in the industry for years, you simply cannot get through without having a significant understanding of analysing figures and mathematics. You are expected to use business language and review work not only completed by yourself, but also others, and therefore a great deal of concentration is expected.
Communication skills
Despite the fact that the majority of accounting roles rely on analysing spreadsheets and figures, there are many moments when accountants must adapt to speaking and listening to a variety of people from all backgrounds. These are known as ‘soft skills’ and are very attractive to future employers, who can recognise that you are a ‘people’s person’ who can work well with the public and their own staff.
Teamwork skills
Being able to work with others is a fundamental skill of any job role, as you will be required to work with employees regardless of the job you take on. Even if you are promoted to become a manager, you will still need to show that you can train juniors who are in need of your personal guidance and expertise, as well as being fully willing to help in a friendly and effective manner.
Organisation skills
Within accountancy, it is a necessity to be able to juggle a number of projects at one time. Therefore adjusting to different workflows is a regular occurrence, with often last minute projects sprung onto employees, which requires a great deal of time management and organisation to get tasks completed on time.
Computer and IT skills
Within any accountancy role, a great deal of work is computer based. Adjusting to new software is consequently a key task of each working day. You will need to work on spreadsheets and databases, so learning your way around a computer is a fundamental skill that can be transferred to almost any job.
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