Bachelor of Accounting Sciences | WSU

1. Chartered Accountant (CA)

• Job Description: Chartered Accountants are highly qualified professionals who provide financial advisory, audit, tax, and assurance services to organizations and individuals. They ensure financial records are accurate and comply with relevant regulations.
• Type of Work: Auditing financial statements, preparing tax returns, financial planning, advising on business strategy, and conducting risk assessments.
• Industries/Sectors: Accounting firms, corporate finance departments, financial institutions, public and private sectors.

2. Financial Accountant

• Job Description: Financial Accountants manage an organization’s financial records and ensure accurate reporting of financial information to internal and external stakeholders.
• Type of Work: Preparing financial statements, managing general ledgers, reconciling accounts, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Industries/Sectors: Corporate finance, government, non-profit organizations, banking, and manufacturing.

3. External Auditor

• Job Description: External Auditors work independently of the organizations they audit, reviewing financial statements and internal controls to ensure compliance with regulations and financial integrity.
• Type of Work: Conducting financial audits, evaluating accounting systems, reviewing internal controls, and preparing audit reports for stakeholders.
• Industries/Sectors: Public accounting firms, government audit agencies, large corporations, and non-profit organizations.

4. Management Accountant

• Job Description: Management Accountants provide financial analysis and insights to support decision-making and strategy within an organization. They help optimize financial performance through budgeting, cost management, and financial planning.
• Type of Work: Budget preparation, performance analysis, cost control, and strategic financial reporting to assist management in decision-making.
• Industries/Sectors: Retail, manufacturing, healthcare, construction, and any business requiring financial strategy and management.

5. Tax Specialist

• Job Description: Tax Specialists focus on helping businesses and individuals navigate complex tax laws and regulations, optimizing their tax liabilities while ensuring compliance with local and international tax regulations.
• Type of Work: Preparing tax returns, advising on tax-efficient structures, ensuring compliance with tax legislation, and representing clients in tax disputes or audits.
• Industries/Sectors: Accounting firms, law firms, multinational corporations, financial institutions, and government tax agencies.