der Kontist
Translation
accountant, bookkeeper
Examples
Der Kontist prüft die Rechnungen.
The accountant checks the invoices.
Sie arbeitet als Kontistin in einer Firma.
She works as an accountant in a company.
Grammar Patterns
((als Kontist)) arbeiten (to work as an accountant) Er arbeitet als Kontist.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Buchhalter, Rechnungsführer
Etymology
From 'Konto' (account) and the suffix '-ist', which denotes a person who does something.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'Konto-Artist' - someone who is an artist with accounts (Konto).