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accountancy

American  
[uh-koun-tn-see] / əˈkaʊn tn si /

noun

  1. the art or practice of an accountant.


accountancy British  
/ əˈkaʊntənsɪ /

noun

  1. the profession or business of an accountant

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Etymology

Origin of accountancy

First recorded in 1850–55; accountan(t) + -cy

Example Sentences

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Rebecca has a master’s degree in postcolonial and world literature from the University of St. Andrews, after graduating with double majors in accountancy and English literature from the University of Notre Dame.

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While concerns exist over AI disrupting accountancy software providers like Sage, the critical role of accounting, sensitive data, and risk of errors are potential obstacles to widespread AI adoption, he says.

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Entry-level professional jobs are thought to be most impacted by AI, particularly in sectors such as law, accountancy and administration.

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Headquartered in London, PwC is one of the Big Four accountancy firms.

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Firms in countries such as the UK have been moving work abroad due to both a drive to cut costs, and a reported lack of available UK staff in sectors such as accountancy.

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