How to become an accountant UK (without related degree)

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[@PoppyDontree]

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[@TheGriteater]

Thank you so much for this video. I’m in the Career Changer category. I’m changing industries completely. From healthcare to accounting.

[@dawnwithnicole]

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[@xXSillyGooseXx]

Words can't describe how thankful I am for this video, you helped clear up and explain so many things! Thank you 😁

[@PoppyDontree]

You're very welcome!

[@dansramyakumaradissanayake7901]

Thank you so much Poppy for sharing these tips. Really useful & Really Valuable for me as a Beginner. Wish U the best.! God Bless U.!

[@PoppyDontree]

Are you looking to get a job in accounting without any work experience or related degree? It may not be as difficult as you think. I hope you find the tips in this video valuable. And feel free to use the CV template in the description for your next job search x

[@ancientengineer1153]

Hi Poppy, thank you for the vid, which aat qualification do you recommend? Kaplan...etc? Because there are many course providers. Also any books you recommend?

[@PoppyDontree]

@@ancientengineer1153 I have always been Kaplan and personally I found their books much easier for me to navigate and understand than BPP. I had to do one course with BPP and didn't particularly like it. Also tried first institution and didn't like it neither. If you're learning online only, maybe reach out to a few of them and ask for free access to their online portal and see which one suits your needs the most. Are you talking about general personal finance books or ACCA related books?

[@ancientengineer1153]

@@PoppyDontree Nevermind, I got some books now, thanks anyway.

[@allanalcantara791]

Hi Poppy, which one is easier to pass?

[@unnati.dalela]

Hi Poppy! Hope you are well. I'm currently working as a Payroll Manager in India. I am looking into job opportunities in London currently. Being a Payroll Manager I do have decent Excel skills, numeracy skills and analytical skills. Do you think any such position will be available for internationals in London?

[@maiwanichs]

Thank you Poppy! This is so helpful.

[@PoppyDontree]

You're most welcome!

[@jakeeeee7]

Thank you for this video, it is really helpful especially that I had finished my Finance and Accounting course some time ago and am still looking for the right career.

[@areeba83012]

Thank you so much for this video!! It really helped! ❤️

[@PoppyDontree]

I'm glad 😊

[@alibee7609]

Thank you for making this video 💛 This means so much 😊

[@PoppyDontree]

You are so welcome!

[@user-hs7oy6pf3k]

Thank you for the video! It helped me a lot :)

[@PoppyDontree]

Glad to hear that!

[@jess5085]

thanks so much poppy

[@ShivKumar-ky7mt]

Thank you So much for the helpful video...🥰🙏

[@jamaldaone]

Thank you so much for the advice :)

[@PoppyDontree]

Any time!

[@MohamedAli-ks5qy]

I agree 100%. I have degree in accounting and I was shocked when one of the accounting agencies in UK asked me to do AAT or ACCA in order to find a job in accounting field

[@teapaindurerata7890]

Would you mind sharing, what's better? AAT or ACCA?What's the difference?

[@asano9871]

@@teapaindurerata7890 ACCA are harder but the reward is better

[@VancedYouTube1-qg5sn]

@@asano9871 how much salary we can expect

[@QuranSprouts]

​@@teapaindurerata7890ACCA more desirable for higher salary, however, I must point out that there aren't actually as many jobs as people lead us to believe. Most job sites are the same jobs posted by 10-20 different recruiters.

[@dagaffer2269]

​@@VancedKZbin1-qg5snhave you heard of Google?

[@tugumisirizechrispas4116]

Thank you dear for the video . Am planning to come to the UK and was worried where to start from.

[@asrar_saad8027]

Am so satisfied how you explained as an accounting student...😊and here is a new sub❣️

[@PoppyDontree]

Aw hi there! 👋 ❤

[@sheerazahmed2689]

Very Detailed Video Thanks,

[@juanpablolandacastro]

Thanks for your Advice

[@eithinzarkyawthu5709]

Thank u for your sharing😍

[@itschloetsang]

Thank you!

[@iaindewar]

Hello! I would say for excel, look into Microsoft certification. A lot of colleges do evening classes and usually can be done in a month or two. You sit an exam and get a certificate from Microsoft for excel. Also be prepared to be asked about the functions and how you would use them. As I’ve learned anyone can say buzzwords such as vlookup sumif etc. As an interviewer (in abscence of a qualification) I have to ask more questions.

[@PoppyDontree]

Great tips, thanks!

[@lancethrust9488]

SURELY YOU DONT NEED ANY CERTIFICATE TO BECOME SELF EMPLOYED ACCOUNTANT , WORK YOUR OWN HOURS ,

[@endrisk1513]

​@@PoppyDontreeplease advise me I am 33 years male I am completely lost no gcse no degree please help me with fast courses advise practice I am based in london

[@cyberlunatics5195]

@@endrisk1513hey man, first thing I would do if I was you is get those GCSE’s done somewhere, then go on to try find someplace that offers further qualifications for whatever you want to do in the future. Good luck out there bro 👊

[@mbalimnguni3021]

Thank you Poppy

[@PoppyDontree]

You're welcome!

[@jackienjagi4659]

Thank you for the info

[@PoppyDontree]

Any time!

[@richardthobela4703]

Thank you for the information sweetness😋

[@PoppyDontree]

No problem 😊

[@suhail4517]

Tank u for ur information mam🥰

[@Sharnasmuzik]

Thank you Poppy. I am exploring a career change from Human Resources so this video has given me some really good insight on how to get started with the transition😊 11:51

[@nikolettelteto9979]

Exact same here!🥺 good luck!

[@handirovichavhunduka9936]

Much much thank u.

[@AwosikaGbemisola]

Thanks for the video, I’m about to finish my Ican , how can I use it at Uk and how can I be able to relocate to uk with that

[@stevecobham5687]

Poppy your looking great in your glasses

[@PoppyDontree]

They're new specs between, still trying to get used to them!

[@divineerero9807]

Hi Poppy. How can an employee or a person looking to get a job in an accounting firm apply for training contracts?

[@accountingcambodia]

I like your video Poppy

[@northguy2367]

Good video Poppy on what you need to do to get started. I think it would also be good to illustrate the career path and the potential earnings. Maybe people are already there, but you describe well the difficulties to overcome in getting a first accounting job but you don't say what the benefits are and why it would be worthwhile.

[@PoppyDontree]

Such a fantastic idea, thank you!

[@Rose-xo8mx]

Hi dr.this is the first vd i watched in ur channel.your ideas gave me a hope.im a sri Lankan .currently im following CIMA managemnt level.i dont hve any questions except CIMA and no working experience.could you pls tell me what are the other qualifications i need to improve before apply for a job in uk.im 27 yrs old are there any age limit?

[@gm836]

I'm a chemistry undergrad. Can someone kindly give me a list of what I have to do from now onwards to become an accountant? Much appreciated!

[@ribika9385]

What are the courses I could apply for and which universities would you suggest?

[@wararaksajit2891]

Hi poppy 😊 thank you for the video. I'm from Thailand and looking for applying accounting jobs in UK now (doing master atm).

[@PoppyDontree]

Best of luck with your job search!

[@sulysow2068]

I leave in Scotland with 2.1 degree & a masters degree in Accounting & Finance with CIMA. I graduated 🎓 in 2018 but no one is interested in hiring me due to lack of experience. Any advice please?

[@odukogbefuwaoluwatoyin6200]

Hello Poppy. Your video is so detailed. I am an Accountant with 8years working experience from Nigeria and I really which to relocate with my family to UK. Could you please put me through. Thank you

[@kyllena_]

Thank you for this information. I wanted to work in UK too as an accountant 🙏🙏

[@amanuelmekonen4761]

Thank you for your informative video. I live in London. I have GCSE English and Maths. Is it possible to study accounting in AAT ? DO I have a chance to get job if I complete the AAT course and necessary skills required? Kindly reply me.

[@alirezanasir1931]

Thanks for the elaborate explanation, but your CV link doesnt work.can you look into it please?

[@abiekeen4224]

how do i go about getting an ACC on accounting? is it online or do i have to enroll in college or university?

[@maheshmelayidam7344]

MADAM I HAD 6 MONTHS EXPERIENCE IN ACCOUNTING AND ALSO I HAD NVQ CERFICATE IN ACCOUNTING BUT I DONT HAVE DEGREE.CAN I GET JOB IN UK

[@niteshkumarsingh3885]

Love from India mam'am

[@chalanishiwanka4813]

We are planning to move to London in July and my daughter is in year 10 now. Can you give the information how she can become a chartered accountant how long and how much do we have to spend?

[@verod.1780]

What is the difference between Accounting and Bookkeeping?

[@generalstudy146]

Love you

[@anamartins1269]

Can i do a aat course online for 2 years ? As a beginner with no accounting background

[@Aphelele_N]

Thanks Poppy! Does this apply to Accounting studies in SA?

[@a.s145]

Is it worth to study Diploma in IFRS ? To become an accountant in UK

[@hassaanmudassir2322]

Hi i am a part Qualified Chartered Accountant from Pakistan. I have completed my certification in xero accounting and also have one year experience in bookkeeping. Is there any possibility of securing remote bookkeeping job in uk from Pakistan? Your guidance will be highly appreciated.

[@dubaihaidvi1117.]

I love your video mam Ma’am I am working in dubai as an accountant with 3year experience Now I am looking for the job in uk So I need to study in uk or else i can do work there direct???

[@mojeedfathia7034]

Good day I am a graduate of accounting in Nigeria, I'm planning to pursue my accounting Career in UK, I'm also planning to sit for ICAN Is ICAN valid in UK

[@gracedupio3864]

Thank you for your video. I am a CPA in the Philippines, should I study ACCA first before applying for UK?

[@dr_corrupt1014]

yes

[@SisterUmm]

How do you get a company registered with Companies House for an overseas person, and can you use those types of physical addresses that you pay monthly or yearly - not the virtual addresses but I've seen that there's a company called Your Company Formations in the UK - is this legit company and can it be done this way please?

[@owentse3908]

U will get exemptions of papers if u get a uni degree. Better that you get the degree (even not relevant one) before embarking the exam? Of course, if u are not studying for a degree, u can start taking exam now.

[@vanessasayon5621]

Hi, thank you for the video… Just want to ask which is better ACCA vs CIMA…which has more opportunities to get a job easily.🤗

[@PoppyDontree]

It depends on the the role really. If you're after management accountant role, normally either ACCA or CIMA should have equal chance but if the role is extremely commercial then they may prefer someone with CIMA over ACCA. I personally find ACCA to be more rounded so if you want to have options to switch between more technical like Financial Accountant and commercial then ACCA will give you more chance.

[@mickbrighton1]

you're getting there. speak about what you know, with passion, and you'll get the views..;.

[@PoppyDontree]

Yep I am, baby steps! ❤

[@dianaiordache5113]

Hi! I'm studying Business and HR Management, second year..what would you advise, to start this qualification course now or to wait until the end of my studies? I am very interested to start a career as an accountant, to start my own business

[@PoppyDontree]

Please check how many exam exemptions you'll get with a degree in Business & HR management. If you won't get any exemptions then you might want to start now. Please do note though that ACCA & ACA are very difficult qualifications and will require a lot of dedication so it might impact your current study. I made a video here of how long each exam take me to study so you may want to check out for further info kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z6rFhp2Nn8-nfc0.

[@crickettak6819]

Is there any job WFH, for global location. If anyone can help.

[@nikhilborje7013]

Hey poppy, I had experience of indian accounting system. And I completed Master in Advanced Accoutancy. Can I get a job in UK, On this Experience.

[@tendaichauke6706]

I would like to request more about visa sponsored accounting jobs in London

[@CL-JEF]

I was wondering what role titles i should apply for with a degree in accounting and finance if I wanted to start in industry? To be honest, I am not too keen on the type of work one might do in practice such as auditing. How viable is this approach, or is it that much better to start in practice? I will be graduating in a few months from a top uni in the UK but have little work experience. Thanks!

[@PoppyDontree]

If you have no experience you could try Management Accountant/ Assistant Management Accountant / Finance Admin / Junior FP&A. That's the classic route to Finance Manager > Controller > FD > CFO. There are other work you can do in practice these days. Most practices now provide "outsourcing" service which basically does Management accounts/AP/VATs for very small companies that have not yet established an internal finance team. That was where I started and I highly recommend it if you want the Management Accountant > FD route.

[@CL-JEF]

@@PoppyDontree Thank you, I was not aware of that! I will look into those routes then :)

[@sheerazahmed2689]

Is there any video about CV making ?

[@robertmaddelena7890]

Accounting is pretty boring. You make it better. Thanks

[@PoppyDontree]

Haha I hear this a lot. To be honest at the start absolutely, but I think in more senior positions things get a little more interesting (or fun sometimes, dare I say)! :)

[@slim1872]

Hi Poppy! Very timely and useful video. I am new in the UK and also looking for a job. Can’t seem to download your cv templates on the link provided. Can you please resend it?

[@PoppyDontree]

Hey can you try again please? I have see other people downloading still so I don't think there's anything wrong with the link. www.poppydontree.com/freebies/p/cv-template

[@jasvearkaur258]

I can’t seem to download either

[@khinthandarthwey7483]

Where I can learn intermediate excel skill on line london

[@user-ct1ov7sh5s]

I don’t have a degree in accounting and have minimal knowledge of accounting. To me it sounds like a role I’d enjoy and is stable with good salary and prospects. What qualifications do you think I need to do to start getting interest in my applications ? Paying for ACCA is extremely expensive , I’ve been advised to just apply for those that offer study support. Any suggestions?

[@giesellerayos3071]

Hello Poppy, I am from the Philippines and I currently do not have any certifications to my name. I only graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy way back 2019. I have been working with companies but not entirely using my accounting skills. I want to go to UK as it is my dream but I don't think I know which track to take especially because I haven't utilized by auditing skills. I hope you can help. Thank you!

[@Dayannnnnn14]

Hi! Accounting graduate rin ako from the Philippines! Also interested to work abroad but don't know how to start 😔

[@ghufranmuhammad5432]

Is it possible for a student who is not from the UK to secure a training agreement with an employer/firm and they fund the student's studies (ACA or ACCA) and then move to UK? Please answer.

[@user-nc9lo6eh8m]

Hello, it's been a year. Did you have an answer about this?

[@sojusunil4229]

I completed my degree in bcom finance and taxation..how to get a job in accounting field

[@octavianfx7874]

Awesome video, thanks a lot. What are the chances of getting an entry-level job as a 40 year old male foreigner with no prior knowledge? I'm planning to enroll in the AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting and get an Excel certification. Are there any males in this field :)

[@PoppyDontree]

Absolutely! There is most likely a 50/50 gender split in accounting career.

[@thilagasegaran4318]

Hi I have been following you since last month and started view all your video and literally it is helping me in someway. I have a question I have master in accounting in an European country and currently pursuing ACCA ( I failed two times and taking an exam for the third time) and I recently lost my job after 17 months working for a company (My employer didn't wish to continue my employment) . In my situation what advice do you give ?

[@PoppyDontree]

How far are you with your ACCA journey and what was your most recent role? The market for accounting professions has been pretty good in the past couple of months so I do think there are opportunities out there. However might start to slow down now due to the holiday season.

[@thilagasegaran4318]

@@PoppyDontree Thanks for the reply. I have three professional paper left and I started with SBL which I failed two times and I've just tried the third time this Dec ( finger crossed) . I worked for an accounting firm as a financial accountant but my job roles are mostly VAT and payroll. May I asked did you do your ACCA in the UK then look for a job ?

[@PoppyDontree]

@@thilagasegaran4318 I have a degree in finance and started working in practice first then started ACCA a year later. Please do keep reaching out to the recruiters and make sure your linkedin profile is attractive, a lot of recruiters are active on there these days. It could just be the matter of things slowing down because based on what you're telling me, you do have experience and not too far off from finishing the qualification so you should be able to get something.

[@SajidAli-lw3pf]

I have done MS Accounting and Finance from Pakistan and i have 8 years double entry system can I apply What is salary of accountant p/h

[@areeba83012]

Can you please make a video on the subjects that you need to take for accounting and like how many A and B you will need to become an accountant Thanks ❤

[@Mash03]

Can I become an accountant and earn well just with CIMA without doing an degree??? Please reply

[@nehachadha254]

Hello, I have done msc accounting and finance from UK and have Indian accounting experience, so can I get entry level job without aat , plz reply

[@KebbaBah-le9hi]

How will get access to any university in uk

[@j.a.n.4171]

Hi Poppy! The information you shared here is really helpful. I tried to check your CV template but it says "this site cannot be reached". Im really keen to see it as i will be editing my CV soon to include new skills that i have acquired recently.

[@PoppyDontree]

That's strange. If you email me at [e-mail] then I'll reply back with the CV copy. 🙂

[@j.a.n.4171]

Thanks for your response Poppy! I tried again today but i can't. Could be not available in my country. Will send you an email. Thanks and God bless!

[@armyparty]

At what point can you call yourself an Accountant, if you don't have a degree or certification ?

[@deedontcare584]

I left school with no GCSE’s I’m 31 now working a dead job in a car factory which is good pay but I’m tired of working here now after 10 years I want to change my job I’m just confused where to start

[@PoppyDontree]

Is there any career you'd like to pursuit in particular?

[@kyolaw8213]

Hi the CV template seem to not work, the link is dead, have you got an updated link?

[@PoppyDontree]

Sent via email 😃

[@mobmotivation6797]

so can you actually get an accounting job if you have no background in it

[@simi131gogoi]

Maam i hv 6 yrs experience in taxation... but i am s b .com ,graduate didnt hv master degree.. is any scop to get job there kindly reply

[@AK_IN_UK]

I have completed bachelors in accounting and finance and planning to come to UK for msc in accounting and finance.. soo is it worthy and have scope in UK ?

[@PoppyDontree]

Hey if you're sure finance and accounting is the career you want to go for then yes being educated in the UK can only be positive to your CV.

[@bouazzahbrahim2412]

Hi how to be accountant in america

[@syedsaadgohar2814]

Hi Poppy I am an ACCA affiliate and now I am in UK as an international student. I have applied for a lot of jobs but still did not get one related to accounting even I have certificate of achievements and good grades in Professional exams. I have given interviews and when they ask for any experience or I am an international student it turned them off. After that I never hear from them.

[@PoppyDontree]

Hi Syed, did you have prior work experience in Finance/Accounting from anywhere? And what sort of roles have you been applying for?

[@syedsaadgohar2814]

No Poppy. I just have done an internship in Accounts department of a multinational company. I am applying for trainee roles at the moment.

[@user-un9ww3mj6h]

Hello Syed, it sounds very competitive in the UK. just curious, but did you manage to get an accounting job in the UK?

[@gagandeepkaur-ui7os]

Hi Poppy i am an international student here as i have an experience of India in Accounting but i dont have any experience in UK how can i learn accounting here to get a better job.

[@PoppyDontree]

Hi have looked into the qualifications I mentioned in the video? Also if you're an international student you should be allowed to work for certain numbers of hours per week, can look at interning in an accounting firm perhaps?

[@kamzloos4613]

what are the requirements to become an account.. do you need gcses or a levels?

[@PoppyDontree]

If you're taking ACCA route then you're going to need GCSEs. However, with AAT, there is no entry requirement.

[@eveliseramos7966]

Hi poppy I m doing postgraduate degree in Accounting and Finance but I came from an unrelated undergrad.. am I able to apply for any job in accounting when I finish? Or do you think it’s necessary to do ACCA or CIMa or any other related courses? Thank you for your videos they were very informative..

[@Tris1980]

Yes, you still need to do those qualifications. In fact, unfortunately for many of us, in the UK having those qualifications in the accounting world is way more important than having a master.

[@iconickid2397]

Do you need A Levels?

[@shintomariyam576]

Hello,My husband is from India with a degree in finance and accounting and doing ACCA.It is soo hard to get a job,he do got a lot of interviews but didn’t hit any.Please help us. Thank you

[@PoppyDontree]

If he gets interviews then start asking the interviewers / recruiters some feedback as to why he didn't get to the next stage. It could be that he needs to work on the interview techniques. I always view interview as the time to sell yourself. This video may be of help kzbin.info/www/bejne/a4CmqoaPi5eGjs0. I also have free CV template here just in case www.poppydontree.com/freebies/p/cv-template.

[@shintomariyam576]

@@PoppyDontree Thank you soo much for your reply and i will definitely suggest him to do this and we are gonna make up the CV with the websites you have suggested. Thank you soo much Poppy

[@angelajohn1327]

Why did you switch from IT to accounting. Just curious ☺️

[@PoppyDontree]

I kinda "fell" into IT sales/consulting in Thailand because they needed someone fluent in English who can have a business conversations with international clients. So basically got that job mainly because of my language skills. I didn't have any qualification or enough experience to secure relevant role here.

[@aallin1_mtr]

Can I work from India as tax agent in uk

[@hponemyathtethponemyathtet6971]

Are you Myanmar ?

[@bhadrinath4191]

Study Hard and complete your ACCA /ICAEW . Good luck

[@Poliss95]

Can't you upload this 5 years ago. 😁 It would have come in very handy at the time.

[@PoppyDontree]

Lol 😂