Providing quality professional writing in the accounting field is as important as the accuracy of the numbers that you crunch! Consider how much more valuable you will be to your employer if you not only know how to calculate the value of their inventory, but you can also put together a well executed report to accompany the inventory spreadsheet outlining areas that may need improvement, and where the company is doing very well. Let's face it, often those that review your work don't completely understand what the numbers all mean. You have to communicate the message of your numerical findings in words so that your audience has a better picture of what action they need to take next.
What do accountants write?You might not realize how much writing you are actually required to do, but a few examples would be:- Memos and emails, both internal and external
- Letters to clients or governmental agencies
- Technical reports
- Narratives and notes to financial statements
Tips for effective communication in accounting
- Establish your purpose and your audience
- Use simple, concrete, direct language
- Be sure that the content is correct and complete
- Develop a style that is clear and readable, and choose your words carefully
- Construct the document so that it is coherent, organized and logical
- Emphasize reader benefits
- Don't forget to proof-read and revise
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