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Accountancy is essential to all sectors and industries and offers unlimited roles. How will you benefit from joining one of the world's most versatile and rewarding professions?

What industries can I work in as an accountant?

Interested in AI and technology? Fascinated by food? Driven by sustainability? Passionate about publishing? The global demand for accountancy professionals spans every sector and industry from cars to cosmetics, hotels to healthcare and retail to restaurants. Join one of only a handful of professions that let you steer your career towards whatever interests you most. Explore this page to discover what accountants really do in in today’s complex and technology-driven economy.

What jobs can I do with an accountancy qualification?

What would you like to do first? Where do you see yourself in 10 years? And what is your ultimate ambition? Do you want to change careers? An accountancy qualification gives you a vast range of roles to choose from at every stage of your career. This page provides insight into some of the opportunities available, but bear in mind that you can take your career anywhere. You can also learn about key roles by reading our student and member success stories.

Did you know?

ACCA qualified accountants typically earn more than the average accountant.

ACCA-qualified professionals consistently command higher salaries globally, outperforming peers from other accountancy bodies – particularly in emerging markets where their expertise is highly sought after, unlocking greater opportunities and faster career advancement.

Source: PQMagazine, 2025

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I chose ACCA because I'm someone who enjoys variety in everything I do. I enjoy the freedom to be involved in a spectrum of different projects and roles at any one point in time.

Owen Davies ACCA

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