After all, everyone needs a reputable job and a qualification like ACCA, recognised internationally, opens doors to various job roles in the finance, accounting, auditing, consulting, and taxation sectors.
It allows you to build your career in your native city or move to metro cities like Mumbai or Bangalore, or even work abroad. ACCA equips you with the skills and credibility to go wherever opportunity calls.
- Financial Analyst
The most common job role demanded in MNCs, investment firms, and corporate houses is a financial analyst. They are hired for their skills to interpret financial data, prepare forecasts, build financial models, and help decision-makers understand where the company is headed.
As freshers, they earn ₹6 to ₹10 LPA, which can go up to ₹18–20 LPA with experience. They are hired by various industries like Investment Banking, IT, FMCG, energy, and manufacturing.
However, JP Morgan, Goldman Sachs, Deloitte, Infosys, and Nestlé are among the top employers of ACCA professionals.
- Audit Associate / Internal Auditor
The role of an auditor involves reviewing internal financial systems, conducting audits, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. If you want to make a career in assurance or risk, you can start working as an associate in auditing.
They professionally earn ₹4.5 to ₹7 LPA as freshers, but ₹10–15 LPA with 3–5 years of experience. Apart from the Big 4 accounting firms (KPMG, EY, PwC, Deloitte), they are hired by Grant Thornton, BDO, and Mazars.
After working as an audit associate, you get promoted as a Senior auditor, then an Audit Manager and Director/Partner in an audit firm.
- Management Accountant
As an ACCA professional, if you enjoy working on budgets, financial planning, and cost control, then the management accountant profile will suit you. You will work closely with the operations team to support internal financial strategies.
Early professionals earn ₹5 to ₹9 LPA as a management accountant, and mid-senior level professionals earn ₹12–18 LPA. It is ideal for ACCAs with a flair for business analysis and strategic planning.
They are mostly demanded by Siemens, Tata Steel, Hindustan Unilever, and Wipro.
- Tax Consultant / International Tax Analyst
If you have a natural inclination towards taxation, then this role might be a perfect fit for you. It involves handling direct and indirect taxes, GST filings, transfer pricing, and international taxation for global clients.
Tax consultants or tax analysts earn ₹6 to ₹8 LPA at entry-level and ₹12–20 LPA with 4–5 years of experience. They are highly sought after by Accounting firms, MNCs, and global tax advisory services.
Among the top recruiters are EY, PwC, Deloitte Tax, KPMG, and independent tax consultancies.
- Finance Manager / Assistant Finance Manager
This mid-level management role involves overseeing accounting processes, preparing reports for investors, ensuring compliance, and managing teams.
ACCA-qualified professionals often move into this position within 3–5 years of experience. Their salary range in India is from ₹10 to ₹20 LPA, depending on the company and city. Ideally, it is the next step for those moving up from analyst or audit roles.
You can work in industries like Pharma, BFSI, real estate, IT services, and e-commerce.
- Risk Analyst / Compliance Officer
In highly regulated industries such as banking, telecom, and insurance, compliance officers play a vital role. You will assess potential financial risks, develop internal controls, and ensure regulatory compliance.
They earn ₹7 to ₹12 LPA, and the salary can go up to ₹20 LPA+ in investment banks and fintech. Risk professionals are in high demand, especially in the UAE, Singapore, and the UK.
They are mostly hired by HSBC, HDFC, Barclays, Axis Bank, and fintech startups.
- Business Consultant / Strategy Analyst
This is a high-growth, high-impact role where you solve complex business problems using financial and operational insights. It is ideal for ACCAs who enjoy critical thinking and client interaction.
Their salary ranges from ₹8 to ₹15 LPA; with global experience, it can exceed ₹25 LPA. It is the best-suited role for those with strong communication and business acumen.
Bain, McKinsey (finance teams), Accenture, ZS Associates, and boutique consulting firms are among the top employers.
- Financial Controller / CFO (Long-Term)
For experienced ACCA professionals, this is a senior leadership role. CFOs oversee all financial aspects of a company, from reporting and strategy to risk and growth planning.
They earn ₹25 to ₹50 LPA and above, depending on the size of the company. It typically takes after 8–12 years of experience post-qualification to become a CFO.
Among the top employers are multinational companies, funded startups, and listed companies.
edZeb students from across India, including from Hisar, have secured roles in many of these organisations through our career support and placement guidance. A career after ACCA training is not just limited to traditional accounting roles.
You can explore a wide range of high-paying, high-growth profiles based on your strengths and interests. At our ACCA Institute, our expert mentors and industry-ready training help you prepare for these roles from day one, so you are not just passing exams, but building a real future.
