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Archive for the ‘Accounting’ Category

As technology continues to grow and impact the business world, careers in information systems are rapidly increasing.

Accounting information systems are one career option that is needed to ensure that all financial information flows through companies timely and accurately.

Careers

Several different careers are available in the accounting information systems (AIS) industry, from database administrators to software technicians.

Large companies have several individuals employed to ensure that the AIS runs smoothly during normal business operations.

Education

As the AIS career field has grown, several colleges and universities have added degrees wit h AIS concentrations to help educate students in this field. AIS degrees prepare students for career option like IT auditors, system consultants, and data security analysts.

Growth

According to the US Bureau of Labor, the expected job growth in this industry is expected to grow 37 percent during 2006 to 2016. This growth rate far exceeds the growth rate of most traditional industries.

Wages

According to a Robert Half compensation survey, AIS specialists earn $47,500 to $69,000 annually. Database administrators earn $70,250 to $102,000 annually.

Certifications

Several AIS companies offer certification for their database products. Earning these certifications allow individuals in AIS careers to earn higher pay and specialize in certain systems.

Accountants are responsible for analyzing financial information, preparing tax returns, and creating reports about profits, expenses, and other information. There are many career fields available in accounting

Public Accountants

Certified Public Accountants (CPA) in private practice offer their services to individuals and companies to advise and assist them in matters concerning their finances. CPAs are generally busiest around tax filing time and are either self-employed or employees of a larger accounting firm.

Management Accountants

Management accountants work directly for one company and organization. They assist with creating budgets, managing costs and assets, and strategic planning.

Government Accountants

Government accountants perform similar work to management accountants, but work in the public sector for government offices and agencies.

Auditors

Auditors examine the financial records of companies to ensure accurate reporting and to locate instances of fraud and embezzlement. Internal auditors work directly for a company or agency on a continuous basis, while external auditors work for an independent auditing firm on a periodic basis.

Educators

Accounting educators usually hold masters or doctoral degrees in accounting and provide instruction to students of accounting at community colleges, business schools, and universities.

They may also conduct continuing education courses for accountants that many states require to continue holding an accounting certification or license.