What a accountant actually does
Bookkeeping and reconciliations, GST and TDS filings, payroll, closing the month and supporting audit. In smaller firms one person does all of it; in larger ones the work splits into tax, controllership and reporting.
How to become one — the qualification route
Routes range from B.Com to CA, CMA and CS. Practising as a chartered accountant requires ICAI membership; most accounts roles do not.
Regulated professions have statutory entry requirements. Always confirm current rules with the relevant council or university before enrolling anywhere.
Skills the role runs on
BookkeepingGST & TDS complianceTally / ERPFinancial reportingReconciliation
Which online courses actually help
Tool and compliance skills are what get shortlisted: Tally, GST practice, taxation updates, advanced spreadsheets and financial modelling. Analytics skills are what move accountants into FP&A.
Courses for accountants
See all accountants courses →| Course | Provider | Rating | Price | Why pick this one |
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| Advance Tally Prime + GST + Accounting - Certificate Course | Udemy | 4.2★ | Free | Free — and still gives a certificate |
| Zoho Books - Master the Accounting Software | Udemy | 4.1★ | Free | Free — certificate included |
| Introduction to Financial Accounting | Coursera | 4.7★ | Free | Highest rated (4.7★ from 8.5K reviews) |
| Introduction to Finance and Accounting | Coursera | 4.6★ | Free | Beginner-friendly · 1 month |