Career questions tagged financial-accounting
What can I do to increase my chances of becoming a successful accountant while attending college?
I am a 17 year old senior graduating high school May 2025 and I am an upcoming freshman attending Cedarville University in Fall 2025, majoring in accounting. I have taken a dual enrollment course about economics, I am sure I want to be an accountant.
What is something you wish you had known before starting a career in accounting?
I am a highschool senior starting my college journey this fall. I will be majoring in accounting but I have some questions, one of which is: What is something you wish you had known before starting a career in accounting?
What should my Goal be??
As a new student going into the Accounting field in Summer of 2026, what is a goal I should set for my career? #Spring25
What's the best way to land an internship?
I'm going to grad school and will be pursuing an MSA degree. I want to use my time in grad school wisely.
What is the turnover rate for Finance major to Accounting majors?
About how many change majors from Finance to Accounting? what are the clear differences that would make someone who's unsure on finance change to accounting?
What Accounting Skills Are Crucial for Starting a Business and Getting Your CPA?
I am a freshmen in college. I am majoring in Accounting. What are some key accounting skills or certifications, like getting your CPA, that are essential for successfully managing the finances of a new business, and how can they help in the long term? #Spring25
In the financial services industry, what is the number one quality you believe clients look for in choosing a planner? What is the quality I should most focus on growing in my education and young adulthood? #Spring25?
#Spring25 I'm looking for advice as I begin my University time and future career
Dear Financial Analysts, could you please answer this interview shortly. Thank You very much! 🥰
What was your starting salary when you started your career as a financial analyst? Is it boring to do the job you do? How many times did you have to stay and do extra work? How easy is it to do your job and climb further up the career ladder? Please, share challenges and responsibilities you face as a financial analyst. (That should be something hard or tiring and not skills of this profession.)
How difficult is it to find an entry-level position in finance (financial analyst role) that is not a Big 4 position?
How difficult is it to find an entry-level position in finance (financial analyst role) that is not a Big 4 position? How much experience is gained in the beginning?
What was the biggest challenge you faced when transitioning from college to your first accounting job, and how did you overcome it? #Spring25
I’m a sophomore at the University of Texas at San Antonio, majoring in accounting and planning to graduate in May 2027. I’ve enjoyed my business and finance classes while developing leadership and problem-solving skills as I work toward becoming a CPA. #Spring25
Is it possible to go into the accounting world with just a bachelors in accounting?
I want to continue in accounting but I hear from many that I need a masters to get opportunities. However, it's really expensive for me to do. Is it still possible to get into big corporates and governmental accounting with just a bachelors?
Is a Mathematics degree enough for entry level positions in Finance?
I am currently obtaining my associate's degree and have decided that mathematics is the best option because of it's versatility. My goal is to work in investment banking, so I know I will need a bachelor's degree. I have no desire to get a Master's degree. Will that effect my chances? What would give me an "edge" up on the competition?
For those in audit, what business unit should I select - core Audit, Banking & Capital Markets (B&CM) or Asset Wealth Management (AWM)?
+ What should I consider when making this decision? This is specfically for PwC but anyone with knowledge please do respond, thank you.
How will I navigate myself in college studying accounting major ?
I want to study accounting major
How can I study accounting major as a career in the university ?
I want to be an accountant
How can I be an accountant?
I would like to be an accountant . I inquire what is expected of me in order to achieve this dream . I also would like to know the grades that I should have in order to become an accountant.thank you
Where are the best places to look for Internships?
I'm about to have my Associates in Business Administration then I will be transferring to get my BA in Finance. Is it good to get an internship now? Does anybody have any leads on internships in or near Nashville, TN? Thank you!
To those who work in the finance or business field, what is a typical day in your life like?
I'm interested in pursuing a career in finance or business but I'd like to know what it's really like before I make any big decisions.
What kind of job can I get with an associates degree in accounting major?
Im interested in this major.
Why is accounting important to the society?
Criterias for studying accounting
.what is college to go to for finance business ?
I want to get in to finance and I want to get in to it in more detail. I'm good at math too
What are the different types of accounting?
How much are there and which one has the most work/schooling involved?
Do accountants have good work life balance?
Is overtime often common in this industry? Or does this typically depend on the company that accountant works with?
What type of math do accountants use in their work?
I've noticed that I could take a finite math class to complete all the math required for my accounting major but will I be well prepared for work?
What career should I go into finance or accounting, both seem interesting to me but I don't know which one would make my life more enjoyable. What is your favorite part about either accounting of finance. ?
I'm a senior in highschool, like math classes and social studies classes. I enjoy watching sports and playing fantasy football, I also like to bowl.
how do you apply the skills that are needed for a career in business administration into the actual workplace?
I would a career in business administration in a medical or dental setting or it can be at a bank.
What should I consider when deciding on a major and picking a college?
I'm currently a junior in high school and I'm still working on choosing what I want to go to college for. I might be interested in psychology, law, or finance, but I also really enjoy art and design. What kinds of things should I consider before making my final choice?
How to be an accountant?
How can I be a professional accountant after my high school?
what are the steps to take to succeed in my career?
8th grade study accounting