accountant

An accountant is someone who helps people and businesses with their money by keeping track of how much they have, what they've spent, and what they owe. This person also makes sure that all financial information is accurate and up to date.

Accountants work with companies to make sure they're following the rules about taxes and finances. They might help a small business owner figure out how much money they need to pay in taxes each year or assist a large corporation in making sure their financial reports are correct. Sometimes, accountants even do forensic accounting, which means they use special skills to catch people who try to cheat on their taxes or commit other financial crimes.