About the job:
What you do
As an Accountant, your job is to analyze financial records and make sure people have payed their taxes the way they are supposed to. You also perform overviews on businesses's financial records to make sure they are running smoothly and efficiently.
The tough stuff
As an Accountant, you may have to:
- Cope with a lot of stress
- Note that the work can seem dull
- Plan on continuing education after earning your degree
The cool stuff
As an Accountant, you will get to:
- Pursue a clear career path
- Enjoy a stable and growing job field
Typical work hours
- 45+ hours a week
- Occasional work hours on weekends
Are you the right fit?
Classes you should be good at
- Economics/Business
Best high school track(s)
- Economics/Sociology
- Commerce
Personal qualities
- Expressing yourself verbally
- Reasoning & Problem Solving
Will you make money?
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Education stuff:
Education required
In order to become an Accountant, you will need:
- A Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
- A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Financial Analyst (CFA)
- Preferably a Master's Degree in Accounting or Business Administration
Online education resources
Local universities
International universities
