Working in Accountancy 2012

Do you want to train as an accountant?

How do decide which is the right accountancy specialism or qualification for you?

With over 250,000 accountancy graduates competing for under 100,000 dedicated jobs, it’s essential to have the right qualifications and knowledge to put yourself one step ahead of other candidates. Working in Accountancy discusses all of your options, giving statistics on success rates, numbers of applicants and, crucially, what qualifications and personal qualities you’ll need to succeed in your accountancy career.

With a large number of sectors in which to apply for a training position, it can be daunting to know where to start. Fortunately, Working in Accountancy gives an overview of all the different aspects of accountancy and the different roles in the accounting profession so you can decide which interests you – from financial reporting and auditing to taxation and business advisory services.

Working in Accountancy reveals the providers of entry qualifications in accountancy, as well as what the different professional accounting associations offer and the sectors in which they specialise. Crucially, Working in Accountancy also provides information for applicants of all backgrounds – whether you’re an accountancy graduate, contemplating a career change or applying from overseas.

Once you’ve identified the accounting career path for you, Working in Accountancy also explains in detail how to get your first training position and succeed as an accounting trainee, including information on how to get support through your training, what the process involves and what to expect from your employer.

If you’re looking for a practical guide to qualifying as a chartered accountant – whether through an AAT, ACA, ACCA or CIMA course - and want to take your first steps to starting a successful accounting career, Working in Accountancy is the book for you.