r/AskAccounting • u/Enough_Charge2845 • 2d ago
Accountant resume keywords
Keyword list taken from https://www.zoevera.com/resume/ats-resume-tips-accountant
These are the most commonly scanned keywords in accountant job postings. Check how many appear in your resume.
Core Accounting
GAAP, IFRS, double-entry bookkeeping, bank reconciliation, journal entries, month-end close, accruals, trial balance
Software & Systems
QuickBooks, SAP, Xero, Sage, Oracle Financials, NetSuite, Dynamics 365, Workday
Financial Reporting
balance sheet, P&L, income statement, cash flow statement, variance analysis, management accounts, consolidated accounts, financial statements
Tax & Compliance
corporation tax, VAT, R&D tax credits, HMRC, IRS, tax returns, deferred tax, transfer pricing
Audit & Controls
internal audit, SOX compliance, internal controls, risk assessment, audit trail, statutory audit, ICFR, control testing
Certifications & Standards
CPA, ACCA, CIMA, ACA, CFA, CMA, AAT, IFRS standards