B2 – Upper Intermediate
Being an accountant seems to be a challenging job. When accountants report financial data, they have to follow specific rules. These rules are also called accounting principles.
Read the article to know the principles and skills of an accountant.
https://www.ottawa.edu/online-and-evening/blog/july-2021/10-best-accounting-skills
Vocabulary Questions:
- What is the meaning of the word “diverse”? ” While they analyze and report on a wide range of data, accountants also interact with diverse clientele and break down financial information into language that the average person can understand.” Use it in a sentence.
- What is the meaning of the word “tangible” “Employers are also looking for soft skills, or the less tangible abilities that help you excel on the job.” Use it in a sentence.
- What is the “compliance”? “Other types of software with which the general accountant should have expertise include database reporting, financial reporting and analysis, financial statements, compliance, and project management. ” Use it in a sentence.
Discussion Questions:
- What skills do you think are the most important for an accountant?
- Which of the mentioned skills do you have?
- What skills would you like to gain or develop?