Group Accountant

A Group Accountant manages financial accounts for large organisations that have smaller companies within them. You’ll oversee accounting operations for the entire group and ensure accounting systems are working efficiently. Group Accountants may prepare reports and provide financial information for management teams. You may be involved with budgeting and financial forecasting.

Group Accountants should have strong analytical skills and be able to create accurate forecasts for a range of purposes. It’s important you can communicate well and provide information to a range of stakeholders. Group Accountants should be organised and able to follow correct procedures.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $119,600
Skill level Advanced

How do I become a group accountant?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced

Bachelor of Accounting and Finance

On Campus
3 years
$0 - $48,960
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting)

Blended, On Campus, Online
3 years
$0 - $97,200
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Graduate Certificate in Professional Accounting

Blended, On Campus, Online
5 - 6 months
$0 - $16,900
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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Further reading

Career Spotlight: Accounting and Taxation Professionals

9th October 2019)

What can you do with a Diploma of Accounting?

29th September 2021)

What can you do with a Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping?

18th August 2020)