What's an accountant, and what exactly do they do?
Accountants are the backbone of the business world. They're the professionals who work with clients – from individuals and small companies to large corporations, government agencies and nonprofits – to keep their finances in check.
Accountants can be very generalized or incredibly specialized in the work they do. A degree in accounting, along with passing the CPA Exam, will open doors to a variety of career options, so consider taking your accounting career to a higher level by becoming a certified public accountant (CPA). CPAs are licensed professionals who can do more than your average accountant (such as provide attestation services).
Discover Careers
Want to learn more about what it’s like to be a CPA? Check out these profiles to get the inside scoop on the many career paths a degree in accounting and certification as a CPA can take you!
Accounting Opportunities Month
Each November, TSCPA celebrates Accounting Opportunities Month (AOM) by spreading awareness about accounting career opportunities and engaging the next generation of accounting professionals. Throughout the month, TSCPA members visit schools across the state to share with students how a degree in accounting can open doors to many different career pathways.
Through an engaging, in-person presentation, students can:
- Explore diverse accounting career paths and opportunities.
- Learn what accountants do in their day-to-day work.
- Hear firsthand experiences from accounting professionals.
- Discover the education and steps needed to become a CPA.
Request a speaker today to help your students discover the possibilities of an accounting career!
Accounting+ Resources
TSCPA has partnered with Accounting+ to help students discover the vast opportunities in the accounting field.
AICPA's This Way to CPA Resources
See all the resources the AICPA has for students including games, career information and scholarships.