Accountants and Auditors

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Occupation Description

Accountants and auditors examine, research and study accounting records to prepare financial statements for advice, audit and evaluation. They also set up and manage systems used to record costs and other budgetary data.

Estimated Income

All financial data provided by Bureau of Labor Statistics (bls.gov)
Lower End
Middle
Upper End
$200,000
$150,000
$100,000
$50,000
All financial data provided by Bureau of Labor Statistics (bls.gov)

Total Employees In 2010

1129340

Job Openings By 2025

452100

Growth Rate

15.7%

Required Education

Bachelor's degree
Specific Programs:
Bachelors In Accounting

Required Work Experience

None

Based on national data, not school-specific information. Conditions in your area may vary

National long-term projections may not reflect local and/or short term economic or job conditions and do not guarantee actual job growth