Accounting Types

Activity-Based Costing

A costing method that assigns costs to specific activities and processes to determine the true cost of producing goods or services.

Asset Tracing

The process of tracing and recovering assets in cases of financial fraud or other financial crimes.

Assurance and Auditing

The process of providing independent evaluations of financial statements and processes to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with laws and regulations.

Auditing and Assurance

The process of providing independent evaluations of government organizations' financial statements and processes to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with laws and regulations.

Blockchain Accounting

The process of using blockchain technology to manage financial transactions and accounting processes.

Bookkeeping

The process of recording financial transactions in a company's accounting system. This includes maintaining records of income, expenses, and other financial activities.

Budgeting and Forecasting

The process of creating a plan for future financial activity, including revenue, expenses, and cash flow.

Business Taxation

The process of managing tax obligations for businesses, including tax planning, compliance, and reporting.

Business Valuation

The process of determining the value of a business, including assets, liabilities, and potential for future earnings.

Carbon Accounting

The process of measuring and reporting an organization's greenhouse gas emissions and carbon footprint.

Certified Financial Planner (CFP)

A professional certification for financial planners that demonstrates expertise in financial planning process, insurance planning, investment planning, retirement planning, and estate planning.

Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)

A professional certification for fraud investigators that demonstrates expertise in fraud prevention, detection, and investigation.

Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM)

A professional certification for financial managers in government organizations that demonstrates expertise in government accounting and financial reporting, internal control and risk management, budgeting and forecasting, performance management, and auditing and assurance.

Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)

A professional certification for internal auditors that demonstrates expertise in internal audit process, risk management and control, governance, and business ethics.

Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO)

A professional certification for financial managers in government organizations that demonstrates expertise in government accounting and finance, financial planning and analysis, debt management, investment management, and risk management.

Chartered Accountant (CA)

A professional certification for accountants that demonstrates expertise in financial accounting and reporting, business management and strategy, taxation, assurance and auditing, and information systems.

Cloud Accounting

The process of using cloud-based software to manage accounting processes and data.

Compliance Auditing

The process of reviewing an organization's compliance with laws, regulations, and policies.

Contract Management

The process of managing contracts with vendors, suppliers, and other parties to ensure compliance with terms and conditions, and to mitigate risk.

Corporate Governance

The process of establishing policies and procedures for the management and oversight of an organization, including ethical behavior, accountability, and transparency.

Cost Accountant

A professional who specializes in cost accounting and management, including tracking and analyzing costs associated with producing goods or services.

Cost Accounting

The process of tracking and analyzing costs associated with producing goods or services.

Cost Accounting and Management

The process of tracking and analyzing costs associated with producing goods or services to inform pricing decisions, budgeting, and cost control.

Cost Management

The process of managing and controlling costs associated with producing goods or services.

Cost Management and Control

The process of managing and controlling project costs, including estimating, budgeting, and monitoring actual costs.

Cybersecurity

The process of protecting IT systems from cyber threats, including hacking, malware, and other malicious activities.

Data Analytics

The process of analyzing large sets of data to identify patterns and trends.

Debt Management

The process of managing government debt, including issuing and servicing debt, and developing strategies to manage debt risks.

Decision Analysis

The process of using data and statistical models to make informed decisions.

Environmental Accountant

A professional who specializes in environmental accounting and management, including sustainability reporting, environmental management systems, and carbon accounting.

Estate Planning

The process of managing and distributing assets after death, including tax planning and asset protection.