Meaning & use

accountant

noun·Everyday

A person whose job is to keep, examine, and analyze financial records.

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The accountant prepared the company's tax returns before the April deadline.

She hired an accountant to help organize her small business's monthly expenses.

A note on using this word

A certified accountant, such as a CPA, has passed formal exams beyond general bookkeeping qualifications.

Words with a similar meaning

bookkeeperauditor

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