They perform broad accounting duties including accounting, auditing, tax, and consulting services for clients including corporations, governments, non-profits, and individuals. Management Accountants - Also known as industrial, corporate, or private accountants. Record and analyze financial information for the companies for which they work. They are also responsible for budgeting, performance evaluation, cost management, and asset management. Auditors - Verify the accuracy of records and check for mismanagement, waste, or fraud.
Auditors can work in the public, private, and government sectors.
Government Accountants and Auditors - Maintain and examine the records of government agencies and audit private businesses and industries whose activities are subject to government regulations and taxation.