Accounting
Accountants and auditors prepare and examine financial records. They ensure that financial records are accurate and that taxes are paid properly and on time. Accountants and auditors assess financial operations and work to help ensure that organizations run efficiently.
Accounting
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Accounting I
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MOS: Microsoft Office Specialist
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ASK—Business Concepts
Accounting EOP
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Accounting Track
Career Information
Work environment
Most accountants and auditors work full time. In 2019, about 1 in 5 worked more than 40 hours per week. Longer hours are typical at certain times of the year, such as at the end of the budget year or during tax season.
How to Become an Accountant or Auditor
Most employers require a candidate to have a bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field. Certification within a specific field of accounting improves job prospects. For example, many accountants become Certified Public Accountants (CPAs).
Pay
The median annual wage for accountants and auditors was $70,500 in May 2018.
Job Outlook
Employment of accountants and auditors is projected to grow 6 percent from 2018 to 2028, faster than the average for all occupations. In general, employment growth of accountants and auditors is expected to be closely tied to the health of the overall economy. As the economy grows, more workers should be needed to prepare and examine financial records.
Courses
Accounting Career Pathway 4 Year Course of Studies
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