Accounting Coordinator Requirements, Skills & Qualifications

The following common skills and qualifications are required of an Accounting Coordinator:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, or related field.
  • Experience in bookkeeping, management, or relevant field may be required.
  • CPA certification may receive preference.
  • Proficiency with computers, especially bookkeeping software, strong typing skills.
  • High level of accountability, accuracy, and efficiency, especially when multitasking.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication, interpersonal, time management, problem-solving, and math skills.
  • Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting and legislation.

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Accounting Coordinator skill, qualifications and experience. Job requirements for specific Accounting Coordinator roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.