Even apart from the day to day financial purchase, understanding how and where your money goes is critical in this day and age. The top five reasons to have an accountant are:

• Manage Risk
• Protect Existing Investments
• Acquire Wealth
• Enable Experiences
• Protect your Family and Heirs

There are whole domains of specialty in the accounting space. Many professionals specialize in only one of these areas. When selecting an accountant, or a firm – be sure to make sure that they have your top 5 financial interests in mind, or have a plan to help you navigate your financial landscape.