An accountant's job description includes a wide range of responsibilities, such as: 

• Financial reporting: Accountants create financial reports that include balance sheets, income statements, and other reports. They use data from bookkeepers to create these reports. 
• Reconciling accounts: Accountants reconcile accounts by examining bank statements and general ledger entries. 
• Managing budgets and cash flows: Accountants manage a company's budgets and cash flows. 
• Tax audits: Accountants perform tax audits to ensure compliance. 
• Financial analysis: Accountants analyze a company's finances to provide business insights. They use this information to create reports that suggest how the company should handle its business. 
• Implementing accounting systems: Accountants implement and maintain accounting systems and processes. 
• Organizational and time management: Accountants need to be organized and manage their time effectively. They use calendars, coding systems, and other tools to stay organized. 
• Consulting management: Accountants consult management on financial strategy. They also guide investments, mergers, and acquisitions.