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Career Research Planning 10: The Art of an Account. By Harrison McCorkindale . Money Worth Accounting For. Money for corporate accounting (an accountant for a company) depends on the size of the company
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Career Research Planning 10: The Art of an Account By Harrison McCorkindale
Money Worth Accounting For Money for corporate accounting (an accountant for a company) depends on the size of the company According to the Robert Half Salary Guide “Large” refers to company’s that exceed 250 million in sales and “medium/small” is less than 250 Million Entry level salary’s at Large company’s generally range from: $37,750-$45,750 At small/midsize company’s is $35,750-$43,000
The many different jobs and types of Accounting The Accounting field is home to a whole host of similar and scintillating jobs You could be an aforementioned Corporate Accountant An Analyst An IT Auditor A Credit and Collections crony They are all cut from the same cloth
The Perks of Perfecting a Pocketbook • Being an Accountant, no matter what kind, is not a job without its benefits. • As an Accountant you are a highly valued cog in your company’s machine and treated as such • It is your job to balance the books and make sure the good company ship stays out of rough waters so bonus’s are bountiful
The Ingredients of an Adept Accountant • Shockingly, being an Accountant isn’t for everyone! • To be an accountant the subject should: • Have an affinity for numbers • Understand the importance of, and stay on top of deadlines • Most importantly, the wannabe accountant should work well with others and excel at keeping open lines of communication
Admission + Accreditation = Accountant • Getting to be an accountant is no small feat, it takes perseverance, drive, and dedication • To start your journey, good High School Prerequisites include Math, Marketing, Business Education, and Accounting (imagine that) • Quality post Secondary options include becoming a CGA (Certified General Accountant) with programs at The University of Waterloo which will open up a world of opportunities independently and in the business world