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SOC: 13-2011 |
Accountants and Auditors |
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Examine, analyze, and interpret accounting records for the purpose of giving advice or preparing statements. Install or advise on systems of recording costs or other financial and budgetary data.
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Education: |
Most accountant and auditor positions require at least a bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field. Beginning accounting and auditing positions in the Federal Government, for example, usually require 4 years of college (including 24 semester hours in accounting or auditing) or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Some employers prefer applicants with a master’s degree in accounting, or with a master’s degree in business administration with a concentration in accounting.
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Conditions: |
Most accountants and auditors work a typical 40-hour week, but many work longer hours in an office setting. Tax accountants usually work long hours during tax season.
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Outlook: |
Employment in this field is expected to grow faster than average over the period. Replacement needs for people who retire or transfer to other occupations will provide almost as many openings as openings due to growth in the occupation. People who have professional certification, a master's degree, or specialization in an area will have the most advantages in this job market.
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License: |
To become a Certified Public Accountant, an applicant must be 19 years old, a United States citizen, a person legally present with appropriate documentation, or declared intent to become a United States citizen. Also, a college graduate with at least 150 semester hours, with 33 of those being in upper level accounting courses, 27 hours in business courses, and pass an examination administered by the Alabama State Board of Public Accountancy. Initial Application or Transfer of Credit Fee: $100; Examination Fees: Auditing and Attestation $235, Financial Accounting and Reporting $225, Regulation $200, and Business Environment and Concepts $190.
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