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ACCOUNTING ACCOUNTING AND THE WORLD OF WORK Employment prospects include: Chartered Accountant, Forensic Accountant, Company Secretary, Stockbroker, Actuary, Data Analyst, Economist, Financial Advisor, Consultant, Banker Is it for me? What will I learn? You will enjoy this subject if you:  Enjoy working with figures  Pay attention to details  Have a logical and analytical mind  Enjoy problem solving  Would like a career in the financial sector You will develop knowledge in:  Completing financial accounting documents  Completing managerial accounting documents You will develop skills in:  Numeracy and the interpretation and analysis of complex accounting information  How to apply a systematic approach to solving financial problems  The use of spreadsheet software for complex accounting tasks What can I do with it?   You will develop skills that could take you straight into employment or aid future studies The financial sector accounts for 24% of employment in the UK Link to SQA Documents 34