Synonyms for

Accountants

Verb / ʌˈkaʊntʌnts / Another word for accountants — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Accountants are people who are trained to keep track of financial records and prepare financial reports for individuals and organizations.

Synonyms & similar words

controller accountant comptroller bookkeeper auditor CPA controller treasurer actuary

Synonyms by register

Formal

auditors bookkeepers financial analysts controllers

Informal

bean counters number crunchers

Antonyms

managers executives entrepreneurs business owners investors

Common collocations

  • certified public accountant
  • chartered accountant
  • forensic accountant
  • management accountant
  • tax accountant
  • independent accountant
  • accountants firm

Word family

noun accountant
verb account
adjective accounting
adverb accountingly

Usage note

While 'accountant' is the standard term, 'bean counter' is a derogatory informal synonym. The plural is 'accountants'.

Example sentences

  1. My dad is an accountant and he helps people with their taxes.
  2. The company hired new accountants to handle their finances.
  3. The accountant made sure all the financial records were accurate.
  4. I need to visit my accountant to file my taxes.
  5. The accountant prepared the financial report for the board meeting.

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