Asking Questions and Developing a Basic Knowledge

1.      What degrees do I need to become an accountant?

Most employers require a candidate to have a bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field. Certification within a specific field of accounting improves job prospects. For example, "many accountants become Certified Public Accountants (CPA)."

2.      What is the typical starting salary for accountant?

The typical starting salary for accountant is $50,000.

3.      Why do people need accountants?

According to moneyinstructor.com "[Accounting] is the only way for business to grow and flourish." The books and records kept by an accountant give us a snapshot of the financial health of a business, allowing us to make sound business decisions."

4.      What is the difference between good accountant and bad accountant?

Good accountants are honest. If accountants let people to receive large tax returns over and over without stopping the pattern, they cannot be good accountants.

5.      What kinds of jobs are related to accounting?

Accountant, auditor, bookkeeper, controller, etc. are jobs related to accounting.

6.      How much do accountants work?

Accountants generally work a standard 40 hour per week, but some work 50 hours a week or more.

7.      Is majoring accounting in university the only way to become an accountant?

If a person has not majored accounting in university, he/she can go for a Masters in Accounting. He/she can gain working experience as a candidate for a Masters in Accounting.

8.      What are some big companies in this field?

There are four firms that are largest international professional services networks in accountancy and professional services called “Big Four.” The “Big Four” includes PricewaterhouseCoopers, Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu, Ernst & Young, KPMG.

9.      How is the future outlook for this field?

Fortunately, there is a positive outlook for most types of accounting careers. According to PayScale.com, "the demand for professionals with accounting degrees is only expected to grow as more accountants reach retirement age, and as companies seek to improve the accuracy of their financial reporting due to increased governmental standards."

10.  What kind of people are in this field?

People in this field are generally detail oriented, honest, good with numbers, and analytical. 

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"Summary." U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, n.d. Web. 5 Sept. 2012. <http://www.bls.gov/ooh/Business-and-Financial/Accountants-and-auditors.htm>.

"Why Do We Need Accounting?" Why Important to Business, Study, Financial, Managerial, Basics. N.p., n.d. Web. 5 Sept. 2012. <http://www.moneyinstructor.com/art/needaccounting.asp>.

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