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Sunday, March 27, 2016

By Martha Long


As long as you are alive on earth I am sure you have experienced competition in one way or another. Be it in fashion, contests, space, name it. Even in your respective work genres, there is some competition. Bookkeepers have not been spared in this. In fact, it could be worse for them. In an effort to outdo others among themselves, good accountants should have the following qualities.

First, you have to keep time. As long as time is a factor resources are supposed to be in use. As an auditor, you should meet the deadlines, have time for each audit accounted to you and were at work in time. Whenever you waste time, you waste yourself too since you are a resource. Time is a limited resource, thus, make maximum use of it.

Secondly, you should be tidy. Both in your books of record and body physical appearance you should impress. You should not have shoddy handwriting, neither should you have ledger books and auditing records all over the place. Being orderly is a specification for an outstanding one. Personal hygiene and tidiness also boost your chances of outsmarting others.

Moreover, give a good impression about yourself to others. In your moments of work, you are making yourself a certain name. Depending on how you associate with people and account, a good name or a bad name is the ultimate result. Account the best you can. Remember to maintain a good relationship with your folks and bosses too. They will be your referees.

A good accountant is sharp. Accountancy requires a person with big brains. Being open minded to situations is helpful too. It will help you solve so many arising problems. In an effort to keep yourself sharp, read more bookkeeping articles, attend seminars and keep yourself updated on current affairs. It will be a big shame if you cannot be smart enough in your area of specialization.

In addition, ensure your integrity is not compromised. This career requires self driven individuals. If you are the kind of person that is punctual, honest, assertive and transparent in your doings, then you will succeed in auditing. The corrupt, lazy and dishonest, however, fail terribly. Always aim at keeping your principles uncompromised especially when you are a bookkeeper.

Also, be approachable and cooperative. Some of these persons can maintain a somber mood at work. This is uninviting to everybody. The moment you decide to be stubborn and uncooperative too you make it hard for anybody to work with you. As a result, you qualify to be in the bad auditors list. Be jovial, proactive and a good team player.

The best ones have great communication skills. They can pass information as accurately as it is supposed to. They also keep it relevant and clear. If you have a great art of communication, you can never blunder as a result of poor communication. Everybody will be adequately informed. To be the best, keep improving your skills of communication in all aspects.




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