public accountant

noun

1. an accountant whose services are available to the public at large, in contrast to one employed on a full-time basis by a company.

Other Words From

• public accounting noun

Example Sentences

As a certified public accountant, Kwan allegedly prepared fraudulent tax returns, and encouraged other employees to participate in the scheme by offering free or discounted tax services, prosecutors say.

From Los Angeles Times

A retired certified public accountant, Bridge fears that Trump is a threat to Social Security, Medicare and Obamacare.

From Los Angeles Times

Ma is a certified public accountant and has also worked as a member of the California Board of Equalization and the San Francisco Board of Supervisors.

From Los Angeles Times

She is a certified public accountant and has also worked as a member of the California Board of Equalization and the San Francisco Board of Supervisors.

From Los Angeles Times

The Trump team also recruited a public accountant, Jason Flemmons, to review Jones's report, who supported their claims, The Daily Beast reported.

From Salon

Related Words

• actuary
• analyst
• auditor
• bookkeeper
• clerk