TEF for Accountants

TEF French Vocabulary for Accountants & Finance

Bookkeeping, audit, and tax French vocabulary for finance professionals targeting CLB 7 on TEF Canada.

Essential vocabulary

FrenchEnglish
comptableaccountant
bilanbalance sheet
factureinvoice
impôttax
vérificationaudit
trésoreriecash flow
actifasset
passifliability
déclaration de revenustax return
amortissementdepreciation

Sample workplace phrases

  • Le bilan de cette année est positif.
    This year's balance sheet is positive.
  • Je dois préparer la déclaration de TPS.
    I need to prepare the GST return.

Frequently asked questions

Is CPA recognized in Quebec?

CPA Canada certifications are recognized; CPA Quebec also requires French OQLF C2 if practising in Quebec.

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