Accountant/CPA Jobs & Career Guide
What’s in this guide?
- What is an accountant?
- Accountant responsibilities
- What is the typical day of an accountant?
- How to become an accountant
- Accounting Department Hierarchy
- Is accountant and CPA the same thing?
- How much do accountants earn?
- Considering an accounting career? Here are some common questions
- I’m good with numbers but don’t love bookkeeping. Is corporate finance accounting a good fit?
- What kind of math skills are most important for corporate finance accounting?
- Do I need a CPA to work in corporate finance accounting?
- What’s the work-life balance like for corporate finance accountants?
- Is a career in corporate finance accounting a good stepping stone to other financial careers?
Being an accountant in corporate finance isn’t just about crunching numbers. It’s about using your financial expertise to tell a story. You analyze financial data to assess a company’s health, identify risks and opportunities, and support strategic decision-making. You partner with other departments like investment banking or M&A to ensure financial viability in their deals. It’s a dynamic role that bridges the gap between accounting and the bigger financial picture, which keeps things interesting.
Is accountant and CPA the same thing?
No, an accountant and a CPA are not the same thing. All CPAs are accountants, but not all accountants are CPAs.
Here’s the key difference:
- Accountant: This is a general term for someone who works in the field of accounting. They can work at various levels within the accounting hierarchy, from staff accountant to senior accountant. The educational requirements can vary depending on the specific role, but most accountants have a bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field.
- CPA (Certified Public Accountant): This is a certification that demonstrates a high level of accounting expertise and adherence to ethical standards. To become a CPA, you need to meet specific requirements beyond an accounting degree, including passing a rigorous exam, completing work experience, and maintaining continuing education.
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Global Card Program Senior Manager Hybrid | Vertex Pharmaceuticals | Boston, Massachusetts US | 07/27/2024 |
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Associate Director, N.A. Distribution Strategy, Cystic Fibrosis | Vertex Pharmaceuticals | Boston, Massachusetts US | 07/27/2024 |
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Financial Data and Systems Specialist | Lehigh University | Bethlehem, Pennsylvania US | 07/27/2024 |
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Payroll Accounting Analyst | Pfizer | Dalian, CN | 07/27/2024 |
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Accounting Associate (Financial Administration Coord) | Indiana University | Bloomington, Indiana US | 07/27/2024 |
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Assistant Director Federal Work Study | East Carolina University | Greenville, North Carolina US | 07/27/2024 |
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Business Officer III | East Carolina University | Greenville, North Carolina US | 07/27/2024 |
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Associate Internal Auditor | The Salvation Army USA Western Territory | California US | 07/26/2024 |
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Vertex Pharmaceuticals
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Boston, Massachusetts US
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07/27/2024
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Vertex Pharmaceuticals
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Boston, Massachusetts US
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07/27/2024
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Lehigh University
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Bethlehem, Pennsylvania US
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07/27/2024
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Pfizer
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Dalian, CN
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07/27/2024
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Indiana University
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Bloomington, Indiana US
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07/27/2024
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East Carolina University
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Greenville, North Carolina US
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07/27/2024
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East Carolina University
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Greenville, North Carolina US
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07/27/2024
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The Salvation Army USA Western Territory
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California US
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07/26/2024
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