The Inside Scoop
The truth of Accounting
How to get there
In a brief on education requirements to become a CPA (Certified Public Accountant)
- 150 credit hours (5 years Bachelor Degree)
- At least 2-years of experience in the practice of accountancy
- Take and pass CPA Examination (not required, but strongly urged)
Wow Really?!?
Here are some very interesting fun facts about accountants!
http://news.everestonline.edu/post/2012/07/11-amazing-accounting-fun-facts
Annual Salary as of 2011*
Salaries have risen since then and this includes all types of accountants (auditors, bookkeepers, CPA's, etc.)
Types of Accounting
External Users: Offers service to public (CPA reccommended) Internal Users: Offer services to company in which you are an employee
Accounting Process Flow
Typical cycle for accounting work flow