If you are an experienced accountant who wants to work for yourself or as a freelancer, you must choose the company and specialty you want to operate. Numerous specialties fall within this broad category, including tax accounting, public accounting, auditing, and others. For the process of setting up as a self-employed accountant, first, you must get qualified and obtain certifications from recognized professional organizations, then register as self-employed and pick a niche that you will operate in, and choose the right software. You will also need to open a business account and get business insurance.