A Guide to Careers in Accounting

A report by Jill Duhay

Introduction
Accounting is the principles and methods
involved to identity, record, and communicate
events of an organization
The person to perform it is called an
accountant.

Public Accounting
Public accountants perform audits by inspecting the clients
internal operations,records, documents, and company
employees.
Certified public accountants hold a certificate by passing an
exam prepared by the American Institute of Certified public
Accountant.
The salary for public accountants ranges from $ 38,600
62,400. Certified public accountants earn about 10 percent
more than those short of a certificate.

Managerial Accounting
Managerial accountants report the financial
activities and operations internally for
planning, controlling, and decision making.
Managerial accountants salaries range from $
36, 000 55,000 depending on years of
experience

Governmental Accounting
Governmental accountants maintain and
examine financial record of government
agencies.
The salary for governmental accountants
ranges from $ 20,600- 62,500, depending on
standard pay scales

Working Condition
Accountants generally 35-40 hours a week.
During tax season, december to may, the number of
hours and workload is increased
Accounting is normally a desk job in an office setting
and/or at clients offices.
Many accounting professionals have travel
opportunities

Job Outlook
The growing complex tax laws tackling the
business society is creating a greater than
before demand for tax accountants. Therefore,
job openings for accountants will grow faster
than average, although competition for jobs is
keen.

Conclusion
Public, managerial and governmental accounting is
three different subdivisions apart of a broad field
known as accounting. Public Accountants perform
audits, assist in management planning, and prepare
tax returns. Managerial accountants prepare reports
of financial activities and business operations, aid in
business decision making, and perform internal
audits. Government accountants maintain and
inspect financial record.