BCom: General (Accounting & Related subjects) | NMU

1. Junior Accountant

• Job Description: Junior Accountants assist with day-to-day financial tasks such as preparing financial reports, reconciling accounts, and maintaining financial records. They often support senior accountants or finance managers.
• Type of Work: Data entry, managing ledgers, preparing invoices, assisting with financial statements, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards.
• Industries/Sectors: SMEs, corporate finance departments, non-profits, retail, and public services.

2. Financial Analyst

• Job Description: Financial Analysts interpret financial data to help companies make informed decisions regarding investments, budgeting, and financial strategy. They evaluate financial performance and provide recommendations to improve profitability.
• Type of Work: Analyzing financial statements, preparing financial models, conducting market research, and preparing reports on financial trends.
• Industries/Sectors: Banking, investment firms, corporate finance, insurance companies, and consultancy services.

3. Bookkeeper

• Job Description: Bookkeepers manage the day-to-day recording of financial transactions for businesses, including managing accounts payable and receivable, payroll, and bank reconciliations.
• Type of Work: Recording daily transactions, reconciling accounts, preparing financial reports, and maintaining accurate financial records.
• Industries/Sectors: Retail, hospitality, small businesses, non-profits, and self-employment.

4. Tax Consultant

• Job Description: Tax Consultants advise businesses and individuals on tax-related matters, ensuring compliance with tax regulations while helping them minimize tax liabilities through effective tax planning strategies.
• Type of Work: Preparing tax returns, advising on tax strategies, keeping up with changing tax laws, and assisting clients in audits or disputes with tax authorities.
• Industries/Sectors: Accounting firms, tax advisory services, corporate tax departments, law firms, and government tax agencies.

5. Budget Analyst

• Job Description: Budget Analysts help organizations plan their finances by developing budgets, monitoring spending, and analyzing financial performance against the budget to ensure optimal resource allocation.
• Type of Work: Preparing and reviewing budgets, conducting cost-benefit analysis, reporting financial variances, and advising on budget adjustments.
• Industries/Sectors: Government, healthcare, education, non-profits, and corporate finance.