accountant
UK: əˈkaʊn.tənt | US: əˈkaʊn.t̬ənt
n. a person whose job is to keep, inspect, and analyze financial accounts
The word "accountant" derives from the Old French term aconter, meaning "to count" or "to reckon," which itself comes from Latin computare (to calculate). The suffix -ant was added to form an agent noun, indicating a person who performs the action of accounting. Over time, the term evolved to specifically denote professionals who manage financial records.
The accountant reviewed the company's annual financial statements.
She hired an accountant to handle her tax filings.
Every business needs a skilled accountant to ensure financial accuracy.
The accountant discovered discrepancies in the ledger.
He trained for years to become a certified public accountant.