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Accountants and Auditors

Median Salary
79,880
Job Outlook
+6%
In-Demand

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

Examine, analyze, and interpret accounting records to prepare financial statements, give advice, or audit and evaluate statements prepared by others. Install or advise on systems of recording costs or other financial and budgetary data.

What sectors do they work in?

Private for profit

70%

Self-employed

10%

State and local government

9%

Private not for profit

8%

Federal Government

3%

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What is the job outlook?

Employment of accountants and auditors is projected to grow 6 percent from 2023 to 2033, faster than the average for all occupations. About 130,800 openings for accountants and auditors are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

Compensation

What is the typical salary range?

$36,700

10%

$79,880

Median

$101,940

90%

How does location impact how much salary?

Education

Which college majors best prepare you for this role?

  • Accounting
  • Taxation
  • Accounting and Business/Management
  • Accounting and Finance
  • Financial Forensics and Fraud Investigation
  • Auditing
  • Accounting and Computer Science

Skills and Interest

Which skill sets are the most valuable to possess?

Skills

  • Verbal Skills

    Mid

  • Leadership

    Mid

  • Math and Science Skills

    Mid

  • Technology Design and Control

    Mid

  • Equipment Operation and Maintenance

    Low

  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    Mid

What knowledge should you bring to the table?

  • Economics and Accounting
  • Mathematics
  • Administrative
  • Customer and Personal Service
  • English Language

What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

Workplace

  • Time Pressure

    High

  • Repetitiveness

    High

  • Decision Making

    High

  • Level Of Competition

    High

  • Exposure to Job Hazards

    Low

  • Responsibility

    Low

  • Physical Activity

    Low

What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

Conventional

You like structure, staying organized, and working with systems to get things done efficiently.

Enterprising

You love taking risks in business or personal projects — and have the leadership skills to back it up.

Investigative

You love figuring out how things work and researching subjects that interest you.

RIASEC represents six broad interest areas—Realistic, Investigative, Artistic, Social, Enterprising, and Conventional—helping individuals identify careers that match their skills and preferences.

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Data supplied by Bureau of Labor Statistics, National Center of Education Statistics, Defense Manpower Data Center (View our update schedule). Contact any business, college or military service branch to answer additional questions.