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	Analyze financial information and prepare financial reports to determine or maintain record of assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liability, or other financial activities within an organization.

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Job Requirements


	Experience: A minimum of two to four years of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed for these occupations. For example, an accountant must complete four years of college and work for several years in accounting to be considered qualified.

	Education: Most of these occupations require a four - year bachelor's degree, but some do not.

	Training: Employees in these occupations usually need several years of work-related experience, on-the-job training, and/or vocational training.

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Significant Points


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	Accountants and Auditors

Most jobs require at least a bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field. Overall job opportunities should be favorable; jobseekers who obtain professional recognition through certification or licensure, a master's degree, proficiency in accounting and auditing computer software, or specialized expertise will have the best opportunities. An increase in the number of businesses, changing financial laws and regulations, and greater scrutiny of company finances will drive faster-than-average growth of accountants and auditors.
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Top Ten Industries

U.S. National Figures.

Accountants and auditors
Accounting, Tax Preparation, Bookkeeping, and Payroll Services	289,970
Management of Companies and Enterprises	74,030
Local Government (OES Designation)	41,740
State Government (OES Designation)	36,310
Insurance Carriers	25,210
Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services	22,830
Federal Executive Branch (OES Designation)	22,680
Depository Credit Intermediation	20,690
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools	19,930
Computer Systems Design and Related Services	18,180

Career Video

Title: "Accountants and Auditors"

Duration: 01:27

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