The field of Accounting involves the examination, organization,
management, and design of accurate recording and reporting
procedures of financial and business transactions.
Examples of Career Opportunities Available
to Accounting Majors
| Accountant |
Budget
Accountant |
Investment
Banker |
| Actuary |
Cost
Accountant |
Public
Accountant |
| Auditor |
Credit
Manager |
Research
Analyst |
| Bank
Officer |
Financial
Analyst |
Statistician |
| Bookkeeper |
Internal
Auditor |
Treasurer |
Skills and Abilities Associated with this
Area of Study
| Proficiency
in written & oral communication |
Ability
to explain financial data to others |
| Ability
to analyze & interpret numerical data |
Ability
to lead, supervise, & direct others |
| Aptitude
for accurate details |
Tendency
toward analytical & logical thinking |
| Ability
to derive information from computers |
Capacity
for precision, detail, & order |
| Ability
to concentrate for long periods of time |
Ability
to frame inquiry & respond objectively |
Sources of Additional Information in the
Career Resource Center Library
| Careers
in Accounting |
Career
Choices for the 90s- MBA |
| Opportunities
in Accounting Careers |
Career
Choices for the 90s- Mathematics |
| The
International World of Accounting |
Great
Jobs for Business Majors |
| Opportunities
in Finance Careers |
Opportunities
in Banking Careers |
| Careers
in Business |
Careers
in Finance |
Professional Organizations Involved in this
Career Field
Accounting Firms
Associated
2811 NW 41st St., Bldg. C-2
Gainesville, FL 32606-6682
www.afai.com
|
American Society of
Women
Accountants
1255 Lynnfield Rd., Ste 257
Memphis, TN 38119-7235
www.ASWA.org
|
American Accounting
Association
5717 Bessie Drive
Sarasota, FL 34233-2399
http://aaa-edu.org
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Contacts on Campus for More Information About
These Opportunities
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