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Accounting & Finance careers

Keep track of money, check the numbers and help organisations make financial decisions.

• AccountantAccountants record, check and explain an organisation's money — preparing accounts, managing budgets, advising on tax and helping people make financial decisions.4 routes inTypical pay £30,000 to £60,000 a yearEngland · official rangeCompare routes
• BookkeeperBookkeepers keep accurate records of the money coming into and going out of a business — recording sales and purchases, reconciling bank accounts and preparing figures for accountants.3 routes inTypical pay £24,000 to £35,000 a yearEngland · official rangeCompare routes
• Payroll administratorPayroll administrators make sure people are paid correctly and on time — calculating pay, tax, National Insurance, pensions and other deductions, and keeping payroll records.2 routes inTypical pay £22,000 to £35,000 a yearEngland · official rangeCompare routes
• Tax adviserTax advisers help people and businesses understand and meet their tax obligations — preparing returns, explaining tax rules and planning ahead within the law.3 routes inTypical pay £25,000 to £55,000 a yearEngland · official rangeCompare routes

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