I have had the opportunity to participate in many finance restructurings, define roles and responsibilities, and develop the required skill set for each role. I am taking all those 20+ years of corporate experience and helping SMEs structure their finance teams with precise roles and responsibilities and the skills needed to perform duties. Based on that, I have compiled a list of 10 entry-level accounting roles with the key responsibilities, skills, and qualifications required for each. Whether you are a job seeker or a hiring manager, you will find the information helpful. The most important part is the list of qualifications and certifications you can consider. I have done thorough research to save you hours of work. Capitalize on it! Some of them are Canadian-focused, but you can always find an equivalent course within your region. Would you like a similar guide for other finance roles? Let me know in the comments. The following topics are covered in the guide: ➖ 10 Key Responsibilities ➖ Technical, Soft & Systems Skills ➖ Number of Years of Experience Required ➖ Potential Progression ➖ Qualification & Certifications including: 🔸 CMA and/or CPA Canadian & US Designation 🔸 Certified Bookkeeper offered by the Certified Professional Bookkeepers of Canada (CPB Canada) and the American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers 🔸 Certified Accounts Payable Professional offered by the Institute of Financial Operations & Leadership 🔸 Certified Credit Professional (CCP) offered by the Credit Institute of Canada. 🔸 Certified Receivables Compliance Professional offered by Receivables Management Association International. 🔸 Payroll Compliance Practitioner offered by the Canadian Payroll Association Accounting Roles Included: ✅ Accounting Clerk ✅ Accountant Payables ✅ Accountant Receivables ✅ Bookkeeper ✅ Accountant Payroll ✅ Junior Accountant ✅ Financial Data Entry Specialist ✅ Billing Coordinator ✅ Expense Analyst ✅ Tax Assistant What other roles can you add to the list?