What is the career outlook for accounting professionals?
According to the , employment for accountants and auditors is expected to increase by 5 percent between 2024 and 2034. On average, approximately 124,200 job openings for accountants and auditors are projected annually throughout the decade.
What is the average salary for people with an accounting degree?
Nationally, individuals with a bachelor’s degree in accounting report an average annual salary of 95,659 ().
What jobs can you get with an accounting degree?
Please note: Some jobs may require different levels of education.
An accounting software developer designs, builds, and maintains software applications that automate financial processes, ensure regulatory compliance, and improve the accuracy and efficiency of accounting operations.
Yearly salary: $111,845 *
An actuary analyzes data and uses mathematics, statistics, and financial theory to assess risk and help organizations make informed decisions about insurance, investments, and business strategies.
Yearly salary: $131,841 *
An auditor examines financial records and internal controls to ensure accuracy, compliance with regulations, and the integrity of an organization’s financial reporting.
Yearly salary: $72,633 *
A cost accountant analyzes and tracks production and operating costs to help organizations control expenses, improve efficiency, and support informed pricing and budgeting decisions.
Yearly salary: $77,730 *
A CPA is a licensed accounting professional who provides auditing, tax, and financial advisory services while ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
Yearly salary: $91,980 *
A financial consultant advises individuals or organizations on managing finances, investments, and financial strategies to achieve short- and long-term goals.
Yearly salary: $103,877 *
An IRS agent enforces tax laws by examining returns, conducting audits, and ensuring individuals and organizations comply with federal tax regulations.
Yearly salary: $61,639 *
A management accountant analyzes financial information to support internal decision-making, budgeting, and strategic planning within an organization.
Yearly salary: $115,738 *
A personal financial advisor helps individuals create and implement strategies for managing their finances, including budgeting, investments, retirement, and risk management, to achieve their financial goals.
Yearly salary: $66,164 *
A tax accountant prepares and reviews tax returns, ensures compliance with tax laws, and provides strategies to minimize tax liabilities for individuals or businesses.
Yearly salary: $82,406 *
A tax attorney specializes in tax law, advising clients on complex tax matters, representing them in disputes with tax authorities, and ensuring compliance while minimizing tax liabilities.
Yearly salary: $133,948 *
An underwriter evaluates risks and determines the terms, conditions, and pricing of insurance policies or loans to ensure financial viability and compliance.
Yearly salary: $78,878 *
* Information for all average yearly salaries in the United States were taken from .
Where do Carthage accounting alumni go?
Carthage accounting graduates have taken positions with each of the Big Four accounting firms (Deloitte, KPMG, Ernst & Young, and Pricewaterhouse Coopers), as well as other employers such as Grant Thornton, Allianz Global Corporate, Jockey International, Snap On Inc., Plante Moran, U.S. Bank, Abbott Laboratories, and Johnson Controls.
They have obtained employment in auditing, financial analysis, tax accounting, corporate accounting, portfolio management, banking, and investment analysis. Others have set up their own accounting practices or pursued advanced degrees in law and finance.
Abbott Laboratories — FPDP Program Assistant, Financial Analyst
Allianz Global Corporate and Specialty — Financial Analyst
Case Corporation — Accounting Analyst
Deloitte — Auditor, Audit Assistant
Ernst & Young — Auditor
Gateway Mortgage Corporation — Loan Officer
Grant Thornton — Assurance Associate, Public Accountant
Hoppe & Drendorff, S.C. — Accountant
Jockey International — Accounts Payable Manager, Staff Accountant
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