Accountant

Education required-
Most accountants and auditors need at least a bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field.

Job locations-
Most accountants and auditors work in offices, although some work from home.
Accountants and auditors may travel to their clients’ places of business.


Work schedule-
Most accountants and auditors work full time. In 2012, about 1 in 5 worked more than 40 hours per week. Longer hours are typical at certain times of the year, such as at the end of the budget year or during tax season.
The work tends to be fast-paced and can be stressful.

Median salary-
The median annual wage for accountants and auditors was $63,550 in May 2012.

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Pay-
The lowest 10 percent earned less than $39,930, and the top 10 percent earned more than $111,510.
$30.55 per hour

Number of jobs in 2012- 1,275,400

Job outlook 2012-2022: 13% (As fast as average)