accountancy

American  

[uh-koun-tn-see] / əˈkaʊn tn si /

noun

1. the art or practice of an accountant.

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accountancy British  

/ əˈkaʊntənsɪ /

noun

1. the profession or business of an accountant

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Etymology

Origin of accountancy

First recorded in 1850–55; accountan(t) + -cy

Example Sentences

Mark Moir KC, for Cullen, said he previously worked for a number of accountancy firms and was assessed as posing a minimum risk of future offending.

From BBC • Apr. 21, 2026

In 2022 alone, the amortization requirement led to about a $42 billion reduction in R&D spending, says Mary Cowx, assistant professor of accountancy at Arizona State University’s W.P.

From Barron's • Mar. 14, 2026

Rebecca has a master’s degree in postcolonial and world literature from the University of St. Andrews, after graduating with double majors in accountancy and English literature from the University of Notre Dame.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 1, 2026

While concerns exist over AI disrupting accountancy software providers like Sage, the critical role of accounting, sensitive data, and risk of errors are potential obstacles to widespread AI adoption, he says.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 27, 2026

Stevin published on algebra, engineering, astronomy, navigation and accountancy.

From "The Invention of Science" by David Wootton