Become an Accountant in South Africa - A Great Career Path

To become an accountant in South Africa requires one to first decide what area of accounting and the level of accounting they wish to work in. There are many types of accountants in South Africa which makes this first decision somewhat daunting. A partial list of types of accountants includes: Chartered Accountant, Associate General Accountant, Registered Auditor and Accountant, Professional Accountant, and Chartered Management Accountant. Fuck Girl

Each of these accountants has their own ruling body and their own particular focus.

 

Levels of Accounting Jobs

There are three levels of accountant jobs - book-keepers, accounting technicians and senior accountants.

 

Book-keepers - The lowest level of accounting duties is the book-keeper, sometimes referred to as accounting clerks. Book-keepers are employed by companies for daily data entries into software program. The programs can track inventory, payroll, income, expenses, AR / AP (accounts receivable / accounts payable) and produce reports such as Income Statements and Balance Sheets. These reports are used by company directors to track the company's performance. Book-keepers need specialized training which can be obtained from both private institutes and government funded colleges. It is important that the course work is sanctioned by the South Africa Qualifications Authority (SAQA) so it recognized by employers. In some cases, there are prescribed courses offered by the ruling bodies such as the Institute of Certified Bookkeepers.

Accounting Technician - An accounting technician is employed by an accounting firm. An accounting technician's duties may include many of the book-keepers duties of data entry but they have more specialized training that allows them to reconcile the accounts and prepare the trial balance which is part of the tax preparation process. Trial balances are also necessary when audits are performed. To become an accountant tanning, course work leading to a diploma, as prescribed by the ruling body, must be completed. In addition, one must have five years of n experience while working in the accounting field to qualify for the highest level of certificate.

Senior Accountants - A senior accountant has completed an extensive program of finance and accounting courses. A B.Com in Accounting is a prerequisite. One must then register for and complete the Certificate in the Theory of Accounting (CTA) followed by a three year Learnership with an approved office. There are annual exams and projects to be completed making this the equivalent of a Master's degree.

While it may appear to be a rigorous process to become an accountant the public needs assurance that their financial welfare, and the welfare of their companies, is not compromised by ill-prepared accountants.

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