B1nounworkmoney
US/əˈkaʊn.tənt/
UK/əˈkaʊn.tənt/
a person whose job is to keep or check financial records and prepare tax reports
In context
My accountant helps me file my taxes every spring.
She works as a chief accountant at a small manufacturing company.
The accountant found a mistake in last month's figures.
Words that go with accountant
adjective + noun
- chief accountantThe chief accountant signs all the reports.
- certified accountantHe became a certified accountant at 26.
verb + noun
- hire an accountantWe need to hire an accountant before the audit.
- consult an accountantConsult an accountant before you sign the contract.
noun + noun
- tax accountantA tax accountant can help you claim every deduction.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
She is an accounting.Correct: She is an accountant.