accountant
Meaning
An accountant is a professional who is responsible for managing financial records, preparing financial statements, and ensuring compliance with tax regulations.
💡 A common mistake is confusing "accountant" with "accountancy," which refers to the profession itself rather than the individual.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
Last
week
Maria
met
with
her
accountant
to
review
the
bakery's
finances
.
They
went
through
sales
figures
and
expenses
to
see
which
items
were
most
profitable
.
Because
she
plans
to
expand
next
year
,
they
discussed
how
to
save
for
new
equipment
and
how
taxes
will
be
affected
.
Some
figures
were
explained
in
detail
,
and
a
clear
plan
was
written
so
she
would
know
what
to
pay
each
month
.
After
the
meeting
she
felt
confident
that
the
accounts
were
organized
and
that
she
could
focus
on
baking
and
serving
customers
.
Common Phrases
certified accountant
forensic accountant
management accountant
Synonyms
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