Why Earn a Degree in Accounting?
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When it comes to maintaining financial health and staying abreast of tax issues, businesses rely on Accountants. After earning an Associate Degree in Accounting from Rasmussen College, our graduates are able to fulfill Accounting duties in any kind of business environment.
If you are looking for a career in a stable industry with great income, there has never been a better time to earn an Associate Degree in Accounting. Accounting is a high-paying field, with an average salary of $50,770 in May of 2004, and growth is occurring more quickly than in many other careers, with an expected expansion rate of 22% from 2004 to 2012.
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A Career in Accounting is Rich with Opportunities for Advancement
Accounting has remained the #1 job placement opportunity for college graduates for the past two years, and our Career Services staff will do everything they can to help you prepare for the job search. They will work with you on success strategies, resume building, professional dress and mannerisms, interview tips, and more.
Contact us for more information about earning an Associate’s degree in Accounting at Rasmussen College. One of our Admissions Representatives will answer any questions you may have.
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Who Makes a Good Accountant?
If you are planning a career in Accounting, you should have a strong attention to detail, an aptitude for mathematics, and be able to analyze, compare, and interpret figures quickly. You must be able to clearly communicate the results of your work to clients and managers, both verbally and in writing. Accountants must be good at working with people, as well as with business systems and computers. At a minimum, Accountants should be familiar with basic accounting software packages. Because of the financial decisions made based on their statements and services, Accountants should have high standards of integrity.
Careers for Graduates with an Associate’s Degree in Accounting
- General Accountant
- Staff Accountant
- Full Charge Bookkeeper
- Payroll Administrator
- Audit Clerk
- Accounts Receivable Clerk
- Accounts Payable Clerk
- Billing Clerk
- Tax Preparer
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