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How to become a accountant

Manages financial records, audits and tax for organisations.

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After GCSEs

A-levels at sixth form Sixth form: a step towards the routes below
Business (level 3 diploma) College course: a step towards the routes below

After sixth form or college

Accounting & Finance Degree

With A-levels: No specific subjects required. Helpful: Maths, Economics. Typical: AAA–BBB.

Professional Accounting Technician Higher apprenticeship

With A-levels: No specific subjects required. Helpful: Maths, Business, Economics. Typical: Varies by employer.
With a BTEC or college diploma: Needs BTEC Business. Typical: Varies by employer.