Explore Accounting Career Opportunities

This page and the associated resources are a starting point for exploring Accounting careers and developing the skills commonly needed for roles within the field.

How to Choose an Accounting Career Path

With so many different paths to take in accounting, it can be difficult to know which one is right for you. We’ve broken down some of the most common career paths to give you a sense of what each job …

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20 Best Accounting Internships for 2022

Accounting career paths are much more exciting and rewarding than you might think. Today, accounting firms weave technical innovation and automation into many of their processes, and it's not uncommon for young accounting professionals to be trained in areas like AI, data …

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Top Accounting Skills for Your Resume

Essential accounting skills include strong attention to detail and an understanding of financial statements. Your resume should reflect your in-depth knowledge of accounting principles, as well as your reliability and adaptability, to show you have what it takes to succeed …

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Career Resources

Although you will develop many skills inside the classroom, getting involved and gaining experience will allow you to test them …

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