Accounting Technician Requirements, Skills & Qualifications

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

  • A thorough, methodical approach
  • Strong mathematical and problem-solving skills
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Excellent commercial sense
  • Good IT skills, particularly in the use of spreadsheets
  • Self-motivation
  • Ability to work as part of a team
  • An understanding of business practices gained through work experience may be helpful.

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