{"id":18694,"date":"2026-08-28T21:49:54","date_gmt":"2026-08-28T16:19:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/befreeltd.com\/us\/?p=18694"},"modified":"2026-09-05T21:59:29","modified_gmt":"2026-09-05T16:29:29","slug":"how-to-find-good-accountant","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/befreeltd.com\/us\/resources\/blogs\/how-to-find-good-accountant\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Find the Right Tax Accountant for Your Accounting Practice"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"18694\" class=\"elementor elementor-18694\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4b40ecf9 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"4b40ecf9\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4c4b546 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"4c4b546\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finding the right tax accountant can make a significant difference to an accounting practice. The right professional can help manage tax preparation workloads, maintain accuracy, support client relationships, and give senior accountants more time for complex advisory work.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But hiring for tax roles is about more than finding someone who can prepare returns. Firms need professionals with the right technical knowledge, attention to detail, communication skills and ability to work within established processes.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are wondering <\/span><b>how to find a good accountant<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a structured hiring process can help you identify candidates who fit both the technical requirements of the role and the needs of your practice.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8a90fe4 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"8a90fe4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2><b>Why Hiring the Right Tax Accountant Matters for Accounting Practices<\/b><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tax work comes with strict deadlines and compliance responsibilities. A hiring decision that prioritizes speed over capability can create problems later, including errors, rework, missed deadlines, and increased pressure on senior staff.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A capable tax accountant can help your practice:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Handle higher volumes of tax returns efficiently<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reduce the workload on senior accountants<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maintain consistent tax preparation and review processes<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Respond to client questions more effectively<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Support compliance and documentation requirements<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Create capacity for advisory and higher-value services<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p>\u00a0<\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The IRS states that paid tax return preparers must have a valid Preparer Tax Identification Number (PTIN) when preparing or assisting with the preparation of federal tax returns for compensation.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Credentials also matter depending on the responsibilities of the position. CPAs, attorneys and enrolled agents have unlimited representation rights before the IRS, while other preparers may have more limited rights.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For an accounting practice, getting the hiring decision right can therefore support both operational efficiency and compliance.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a261739 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"a261739\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2><b>Key Qualities to Look for When Hiring a Tax Accountant<\/b><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When considering <\/span><b>how to find a good accountant<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, look beyond a candidate&#8217;s resume. Assess the skills that will directly affect the quality and efficiency of their work.<\/span><\/p><p><b>1. Strong Tax Knowledge<\/b><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Look for candidates who understand federal tax requirements and can apply tax rules to different client situations. Depending on your practice, experience with individual, business, partnership, or corporate returns may be important.<\/span><\/p><p><b>2. Attention to Detail<\/b><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tax preparation requires accuracy. A strong candidate should be comfortable reviewing financial information, identifying inconsistencies and checking supporting documentation before a return is finalized.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The IRS expects paid preparers to use professional judgment and ask reasonable follow-up questions when client information appears incorrect, incomplete or inconsistent.<\/span><\/p><p><b>3. Relevant Credentials and Compliance Awareness<\/b><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check whether candidates have the credentials your practice requires and verify their PTIN where applicable. The IRS also maintains information on different tax preparer credentials and qualifications.<\/span><\/p><p><b>4. Technology Skills<\/b><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Today&#8217;s tax accountants need to work comfortably with tax software, accounting platforms, digital documents and workflow tools. Technology proficiency can reduce manual work and improve turnaround times.<\/span><\/p><p><b>5. Communication Skills<\/b><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tax accountants regularly need to explain information to clients, request missing documents and communicate questions to reviewers. Clear communication can prevent unnecessary delays and improve the client experience.<\/span><\/p><p><b>6. Ability to Work Under Pressure<\/b><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tax deadlines can create significant workload fluctuations. Look for candidates who can prioritize tasks, manage multiple engagements and maintain accuracy when workloads increase.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-37c98c3 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"37c98c3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2><b>How Accounting Practices Can Streamline the Tax Hiring Process<\/b><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Knowing <\/span><b>how to find a good accountant for small business<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or an accounting practice starts with defining exactly what you need.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use these steps to make the hiring process more efficient:<\/span><\/p><p><b>Define the Role Clearly<\/b><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before advertising a position, establish the services the accountant will support, the types of returns they will handle, required experience, software knowledge and expected workload.<\/span><\/p><p><b>Separate Must-Have and Nice-to-Have Skills<\/b><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not every skill needs to be a hiring requirement. Identify the qualifications that are essential from day one and the skills that can be developed through training.<\/span><\/p><p><b>Assess Technical Knowledge<\/b><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use practical assessments or scenario-based questions to understand how candidates approach tax issues, review information and identify potential problems.<\/span><\/p><p><b>Check Credentials<\/b><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For roles involving paid federal tax return preparation, verify that candidates meet applicable IRS requirements. A valid PTIN is required for individuals who prepare or assist in preparing federal tax returns for compensation, subject to IRS exceptions.<\/span><\/p><p><b>Evaluate Cultural and Workflow Fit<\/b><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A technically strong candidate may still struggle if they cannot work effectively within your firm&#8217;s processes. Consider how they collaborate, communicate, manage deadlines and respond to feedback.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0cd5a35 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"0cd5a35\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2><b>Strategies to Retain Tax Talent in Your Accounting Firm<\/b><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finding a good tax accountant is only the first step. Retaining experienced professionals can help firms reduce repeated recruitment and training costs while maintaining institutional knowledge.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consider these strategies:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Offer clear career paths:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Show employees how they can progress into senior, managerial or advisory roles.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Invest in training:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Provide opportunities to keep technical and technology skills current.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Balance workloads:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Avoid relying on the same employees for every peak-period assignment.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Recognize performance:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Acknowledge employees who consistently deliver accurate work and support the wider team.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Provide flexibility:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Where possible, offer flexible work arrangements that support employee needs without affecting client service.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Use additional capacity strategically:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/befreeltd.com\/us\/services\/tax-outsourcing\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Outsourcing tax preparation<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or accounting tasks can help reduce pressure on internal teams during periods of high demand.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p>\u00a0<\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For firms that struggle to find or retain enough tax talent, an extended team can provide additional capacity without requiring every role to be filled through permanent hiring.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3e1a7e6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"3e1a7e6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2><b>Conclusion<\/b><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Knowing <\/span><b>how to find a good accountant<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> requires more than reviewing resumes and checking qualifications. Accounting practices need professionals who combine tax knowledge, accuracy, technology skills, communication and the ability to manage deadlines.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A structured hiring process can help you identify the right talent, while effective training, workload management and flexible capacity can help you retain that talent over time.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your accounting practice needs additional tax and accounting capacity without adding permanent headcount, <\/span><b>Befree can help<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/befreeltd.com\/us\/contact-us\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contact Befree<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to discuss your requirements and explore flexible outsourcing support for your accounting practice.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4b43dfd5 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"4b43dfd5\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" id=\"faq\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4be323e2 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"4be323e2\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3455f323 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"3455f323\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-49e0704c elementor-widget elementor-widget-n-accordion\" data-id=\"49e0704c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;n_accordion_animation_duration&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;ms&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:300,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]},&quot;default_state&quot;:&quot;expanded&quot;,&quot;max_items_expended&quot;:&quot;one&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"nested-accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-n-accordion\" aria-label=\"Accordion. Open links with Enter or Space, close with Escape, and navigate with Arrow Keys\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1230\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" open>\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"1\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1230\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><h3 class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> How do I find a good tax accountant? <\/h3><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-chevron-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-chevron-down\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1230\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-78c86db2 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"78c86db2\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3a336e16 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"3a336e16\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To understand <\/span><b>how do I find a good tax accountant<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, check their tax experience, credentials, PTIN where applicable, technology skills, communication ability and attention to detail.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1231\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"2\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1231\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><h3 class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> How do I find a good accountant? <\/h3><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-chevron-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-chevron-down\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1231\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3e30b52f e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"3e30b52f\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-57958359 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"57958359\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To learn <\/span><b>how to find a good accountant<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, define your requirements first, assess technical skills, verify credentials and evaluate the candidate&#8217;s experience with clients like yours.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1232\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"3\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1232\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><h3 class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> How do I find a good accountant for a small business? <\/h3><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-chevron-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-chevron-down\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1232\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3a194262 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"3a194262\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4d8aaf80 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"4d8aaf80\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To find a good accountant for small business needs, look for someone familiar with your business structure, tax requirements, accounting software and reporting needs.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1233\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"4\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1233\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><h3 class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> What qualifications should a tax accountant have? <\/h3><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-chevron-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-chevron-down\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1233\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-18bc125f e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"18bc125f\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-da7d0d elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"da7d0d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Qualifications depend on the role. 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