Nick
What is all that i need to do to get into accounting?
I am asking because i want to be sure of what i need to achieve to reach this goal of mine . #technology #management #accounting #money #computers #buisness #friendship
7 answers
Christina Pintenich, CPA
Christina’s Answer
Hi Nick, great question. It depends on the type of accounting you would like to pursue. I personally am in Public Accounting and have my CPA license. This requires a 4-year college degree as well as any state-specific requirements in order to sit for the 4-part CPA exam.
Hopefully this helps - good luck!
Kathy To
Kathy’s Answer
I don't know how old you are, but once you get into college, you should major in Economics or Economics and Accounting.
Then, you should network! Go to career panels, talk to other accountants, and build connections. This helps you to gather an understanding of what accountants do and they can even help you by giving advice/giving you a referral to internships or jobs.
Look for internships. Apply to accounting internships on LinkedIn or Indeed or any other career website.
Raisul Howlader
Raisul’s Answer
As an accountant and a CPA, I would first need to know that Accounting is the right path. Once you know, that is what you want to do. I would say start with a college degree and look for a paid or unpaid internships while earning your degree. It is also important to join Accounting clubs to build your network with your peers. Eventually, you may earn a CPA. Also important to educate yourself with digital finance tools. As an accountant, you also deal with big data set, and you're expected to solve issues with data. Excel becomes more obsolete as people are trying to automate many processes.
Jeremy Howell
Jeremy’s Answer
Nick,
To obtain a career in accounting the first thing you will need is a LOVE for math. Take every math class offered to you in high school as well as any economics classes that may be offered. Make sure to get good grades and stay out of trouble and get into an accounting program at a college. You can do research to find what college has the best accounting program in your area. Once you complete your accounting degree it's suggested that you obtain your CPA (Certified Public Accountant) certification.
Good Luck!
I have to agree with Jeremy. A career in accounting starts with a love of math but also requires a curiosity of how business works. Accounting can begin without even taking a class. You can start with how you earn money (a job, allowance... etc) and where you spend your money. Credits and Debits... the basics of accounting. Good luck and study hard.
Jason Merrick
I disagree that you need to love math. I hate math, but I am proficient in the basics, which has served me through undergrad, b-school, CPA exams, and working in both Accounting and FP&A. You do need to understand business law, economics, financial and management accounting, etc.
Rose McGovern
Simeon Snow
Simeon’s Answer
Rose McGovern
Rose’s Answer
Business Administration and Accounting degrees (at the undergraduate and graduate levels) require a core foundation of classes in management, marketing, economics, quantitative methods, law, and communications. Entry level accounting positions usually require at least a 2-year degree or equivalent experience.
Guilaine Saroul
Guilaine’s Answer
Good luck!