Accounting is an incredibly complex, detail-oriented, and maths-heavy task that not a lot of people can do or are willing to do.  Each business benefits greatly from having an accountant, as they keep the cash flow in check, ensure that taxes are paid properly, and provide insights on how money should be spent to get the most out of it. But there are some industries which need accountants more than others, be it because transaction volumes are extremely high, or because of the complexity of their finances or a combination of both. Here are the top 5 industries that need accountants without question.

Retail

Retail is an obvious one, especially in highly commercial areas like London. Because of the sheer volume of transactions going on every day—whether it’s flowing inwards from sales revenues or outwards through expenses like procuring stocks—accountants are kept extremely busy at all times in retail. And …