• Communication skills
• Strategic management
• Critical thinking
• Analytical skills

A business accountant is one with complete knowledge of finances, economic trends, etc. They guide the company on making the best decisions on their finances and make sure that the data they provide and collect is correct and all the taxes are paid correctly.

• Finance manager
• Financial controller
• Financial advisor
• Directors
• Public Accountant

Some of the major roles and responsibilities of a business accountant are as follow:

• Analyse problems that include disappearing inventory, increased costs for products or equipment.
• Maintain cash flow at acceptable levels.
• Point out potential areas of growth by analysing pricing, cash flow patterns, inventory management, etc.
• Prepare tax returns accurately and ensure the accuracy of financial documents.
• Evaluate financial operations to recommend best practices, identify issues and strategize solutions.
• Conduct forecasting and risk analysis assessments

Anyone with a bachelor’s or a master’s degree in the accounting field or commerce background can take this exam. Moreover, you can also this exam after your MBA.

The Accounts Exam covers the following topics - 

• Meaning and scope of accounting
• Concept of Taxation
• Overview of Banking & Finance concepts
• Costing & auditing
• Investment & Financial Market