Accountants
Did You Know:*
- Most jobs require at least a bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field.
- Job opportunities should be favorable; those who have earned professional recognition through certification or licensure, especially a CPA, should enjoy the best prospects.
- Much faster than average employment growth will result from an increase in the number of businesses, changing financial laws and regulations and greater scrutiny of company finances.
Industry Areas
- Accounting, Tax Preparation, Bookkeeping, and Payroll Services
- Management of Companies and Enterprises
- Local Government (excluding schools and hospitals)
Day-to-Day Tasks*
- Prepare, examine, or analyze accounting records, financial statements, or other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and procedural standards.
- Report to management regarding the finances of establishment.
- Establish tables of accounts and assign entries to proper accounts.
Overall Kind of Work*
Accountants and auditors help to ensure that firms are run efficiently, public records kept accurately and taxes paid properly and on time. They analyze and communicate financial information for v...
Work Environment*
Civilian
Most accountants and auditors work in a typical office setting. Some may be able to do part of their work at home. Accountants and auditors employed by public accounting firms, government agencies...
Military
Finance and accounting managers work primarily in offices.
Workweek Breakdown
The hours worked per week by people currently pursuing this career.
- 5.25% (0-20 Hours)
- 4.28% (21-34 Hours)
- 3.28% (35-39 Hours)
- 63.17% (40 Hours)
- 10.82% (41-49 Hours)
- 13.20% (Over 50 Hours)
This data also pertains to Accountants(13-2011)
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Business Breakdown
The different sectors people in this career currently work in.
- 70.47% (Private For-Profit)
- 7.43% (Private Not For-Profit)
- 9.17% (State and Local Govt)
- 3.96% (Federal Government)
- 8.98% (Self-Employed)
This data also pertains to Accountants And Auditors
Military Breakdown
The number of people who currently hold this career in the Military.
52 Accountants in the military