Data skillset for careers in Accounting
Accounting jobs involve identifying, measuring, and communicating business information to support decision making. Because very often this information is stored in database systems, firms are looking to hire individuals who know how to work with these technologies. Sometimes they even look for individuals who can participate in their management, redesigning, and auditing.
GCOM 7830 - Data & Analytics for Accountants, covers many of the foundational skills to be successful in the new technology-infused
accounting profession.
Skills to list on your CV
- Data modeling skills: analyzing and structuring business information to be stored in a database
Tools: ERD diagramming, MySQL Workbench - Database skills: Storing, searching, and modifying business data
Tools: SQL, MS SQL Server, SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) - Database-oriented analytics and visualization:
Tools: Advanced Excel, Pivot tables, Tableau