Public Accountant

Public Accountant Job Description

Provides a variety of accounting services to the general public. Applies principles of accounting to analyze past and present financial data. Analyzes records of present and past operations, trends and costs, estimated and realized revenues, administrative commitments, and obligations incurred. Positions covered by this definition are characterized by the inclusion of work that requires an understanding of other accounting theories and principles. This position requires a bachelor's degree in accounting. Excludes paraprofessional positions.: Advises client regarding matters, such as effective use of resources and methods for preventing capital being frozen. Interprets accounts and records to client. Estimates expenditures expected. May analyze financial records and review information such as material assets, income surpluses, liabilities and expenditures to verify net worth or reports on financial status or to carry out accounting and reporting requirements. May estimate future revenues and expenditures to prepare budget. May develop accounting records based on knowledge of interest and discount annuities, sinking funds, amortization valuation of depletable assets, and tax issues. May develop, install, and maintain budgeting systems that provide control of expenditures made to carry out activities, such as advertising and marketing, production and labor, maintenance, or project activities, such as construction of buildings. (Source: eDOT Job Description)