Certified Public Accountant
こうにんかいけいし
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Professional who conducts audits of financial statements for companies and organizations and provides accounting and tax consulting.
Description
Certified Public Accountants audit financial statements of companies and organizations from a third-party perspective to ensure compliance with accounting standards and guarantee reliability. In addition to audit work, they provide a wide range of consulting services such as M&A advisory for enhancing corporate value, support for building internal controls, and tax consultations. They work at audit firms, accounting offices, corporate finance departments, and consulting firms, requiring high ethical standards, specialized knowledge, and continuous learning.
Future Outlook
With the trend toward strengthening corporate governance, audit demand remains stable. The market value of CPAs with DX and advanced data analysis skills is expected to increase further.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Accounting Firm / Audit Firm / Consulting Firm / Flexitime / In-house Accounting
Career Path
Audit Firm Staff (Associate) → Senior Staff → Manager → Partner → Corporate Finance Department Executive
Required Skills
Accounting Standards / Audit Procedures / Excel (Advanced) / Financial Statement Analysis / Tax Knowledge
Recommended Skills
Communication Skills / English (Accounting Terms) / IT Audit Knowledge / Presentation Skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | To analyze and verify complex financial data |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because minor errors can have significant impacts |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Required to respond to changes in accounting standards and tax systems |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | To accurately process and analyze large amounts of numerical data |
| Stress Tolerance | Need to endure heavy workloads and deadlines during busy periods |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Many routine tasks, so innovative thinking is limited |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work |
Related Qualifications
- Certified Public Accountant Exam
- Nissho Bookkeeping Exam Level 1
Aliases
- CPA
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- Accounting Staff
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