You may be wondering "why accountancy?" when really the question is "why not?"
More people are choosing a career in finance than ever before.
The global demand for finance professionals has never been higher, and their work more varied.
Choose a career in accountancy and you are entering a world of unlimited possibilities.
Where do you go from here? It's entirely up to you

The profession

Think accountancy is dull? Think again. As a qualified accountant the work you do will be both interesting and intellectually demanding.

Make a difference

Accountancy will put you right at the centre of any organisation, giving you the chance to influence its business and ethical decision-making. Finance professionals are at the very centre of things. There is no better time to join the profession.

Achieve status

A career in accountancy is an established route to becoming a professional. The knowledge and skills required to be a qualified finance professional will earn respect from your peers and put you in demand with employers.

Once qualified, the sky is your limit - you will have proved that you have what it takes to make it to the top of any organisation, regardless of sector or industry.

Want to know more? We provide role profiles for the top finance roles in the world so you can see how far you can go – and how much you can earn.

Seek challenges

Accountancy is a profession built for people looking to be challenged every day of their career.

The diversity of organisations you can work in – public sector, private sector, multinational company – each present a different set of challenges for you to rise to and learn from.

As a professional you will also be expected to ensure your knowledge and skills are relevant to the constantly changing needs of the market. Professional development will play a major part in your career, giving you opportunities to further enhance your skills and knowledge. And we will be supporting you on your way to qualification and beyond…

Career opportunities

A job in accountancy can help you gain a high salary and a fast track to the top in your chosen field:

• chief financial officer  
• director or partner in accounting firm 
• auditor general or influential position in government finance
• entrepreneur or owner-manager of small business 
• forensic accountant
• finance director in a multinational  company 
• senior internal auditor  
• senior executive in international role 
• business adviser.

...Sounds good? These are just a taster of the options open to you and the opportunities speak for themselves: finance professionals can hold top jobs at any kind of organisation, from SMEs to large listed companies.

Demand for accountants

Finance professionals are in demand across the world.

Your skills, knowledge and professionalism will be sought by organisations of all sizes – and not just by accounting firms. Any industry or sector you choose to work within will offer opportunities to progress your career.

Accounting qualifications are synonymous with ambition and ability - a sign that you are capable of succeeding in any chosen field. So it’s not surprising that finance professionals hold the top roles in a variety of different fields.

The perfect job for you is out there. Want to know more? Check out our global job boards today.

Career progression

As a profession, accountancy can offer you exciting and rewarding opportunities to further your career. You could progress to leadership, management or partnership positions.

Keen to learn? You will be given many opportunities for professional development. ACCA members are supported throughout their career, with a programme of Continuing Professional Development designed to help you capitalise on your potential.