accountancy

/əˈkaʊnt.ən.si/

ƏKAƱNT · ən · si (3 syllables)

English Noun Top 47,605

Definition

The function of compiling and providing financial information primarily by reports referred to as financial statements, including bookkeeping, systems design, analysis and interpretation of accounting information.

Etymology

From account + -ancy.

Example Sentences

"professional accountancy"
"chartered accountancy"
"accountancy firm"