Program Graduates
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- Accounting Clerk
- Bookkeeping Clerk
Accounting
Overview
Accounting or bookkeeping is a business process involving the
documentation of financial transactions. Accounting responsibilities vary
depending upon company size and structure. Examples include:
- monitoring detailed account transactions
- compiling and interpreting numerical data for reports
- updating accounts and files for accuracy and information
- recording and analyzing financial data
- specializing in taxes, consulting, budgeting, auditing or forensic
accounting
Employment is found in large corporations, small businesses, trade
establishments, manufacturing firms, banks, real estate agencies, government
agencies and accounting firms.
Certified Public Accountants (CPA's)
Earning a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting and completing additional
requirements gives accountants the opportunity to sit for the
CPA licensure exam. CPA's work in the public or private sector and many are
self-employed. For more information, see the
AZ State Board
of Accountancy criteria.
Program Certificate & Degree Options
- Associate in Applied Science Degree in Accounting
- Certificate of Completion in Accounting
- Certificate of Completion in Bookkeeping/Accounting
Employment Outlook
In Arizona, Bookkeeping and Accounting Clerk positions are expected to
increase in the next 10 years. Bookkeeping and accounting clerks have
reported earning an hourly range of $9.46 to $22.04 for an annual salary
range of $19,760 to $46,020.
Microcomputer Accountant positions are predicted to increase in the next
10 years. Microcomputer accountants have reported earning an average of
$16.74 to $37.35 an hour for an average salary of $34,819 to $77,688 a year.
