Accounting and Finance Foundations

Unit 1

Accounting and Finance Foundations Unit 1: Accounting Careers 7

Accounting Careers

Chapter 1

Student Guide

Immediately after high school graduation—and sometimes even before—individuals may start an

accounting career. With experience and additional accounting study, accounting personnel can earn

a promotion to a higher level on the career ladder.

College degree

in accounting

Two years of high

school accounting

One year of high

school accounting

Accountant

Bookkeeper

Accounting Clerk

General Office

Worker

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