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Accountants

Discover the skills and training needed for this occupation

Accountants provide services relating to financial reporting, taxation, auditing, insolvency, accounting information systems, budgeting, cost management, planning and decision-making by organisations and individuals; and provide advice on associated compliance and performance requirements to ensure statutory and strategic governance.
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People employed in SAExplore by region
-6%
1-Year changeGrowth in previous years
9%
5-Year changeGrowth in previous years
SA Future Demand:Strong

The skills that Accountants need

Learning new skills can certainly get you into a job quicker — but it’s not always about securing a job today. Each skill you build can be a stepping stone towards great opportunities in the future. Here are some skills needed for this occupation.
  • Planning and organising
  • Initiative and innovation
  • Digital engagement
  • Numeracy
  • Teamwork
  • Writing
  • Reading
  • Learning
  • Problem solving
  • Oral communication

Course and Training for this occupation

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Where are people currently employed?

Region

South Australia - South East

Employed

438

1 Year Change

4%

5 Year Change

-17%

Region

South Australia - Outback

Employed

347

1 Year Change

-12%

5 Year Change

12%

Region

Barossa - Yorke - Mid North

Employed

323

1 Year Change

0%

5 Year Change

-23%

Region

Adelaide - West

Employed

1636

1 Year Change

0%

5 Year Change

10%

Region

Adelaide - South

Employed

1886

1 Year Change

-6%

5 Year Change

15%

Region

Adelaide - North

Employed

1833

1 Year Change

-12%

5 Year Change

15%

Region

Adelaide - Central and Hills

Employed

3458

1 Year Change

-6%

5 Year Change

10%

Data from Skills SA, and Jobs and Skills Australia