Accounting

A career in accounting presents various opportunities for personal career growth and development due to the diversity in this field which is rarely seen across other career paths.  This choice will allow me to work as a financial specialist in various areas including business, banking, forensic accounting and a consultant.  All organizations including governments and non- profit making organizations and even individuals need accountants for financial management, book keeping and reporting (WeetFeet (firm), 59). Being an accountant will allow me to work fulltime in an organization or serve multiple clients depending on my preference and where demand is.

My career path started with deciding what I want to do and looking for one thing that is exciting to me and my preference was accounting. Therefore, I chose the course that allowed me to learn about commerce, business flow and an overall understanding of business.  My best choice was to become a public accountant which could allow me to achieve my career dream. Hence, in college I took to the appropriate accounting classes to form the basis of my accounting education.

My professionalism in accounting is enhanced by a CPA Certification and licensing, which is a requirement for one to practice in public accounting (NASBA, 1). For me to qualify for this certificate I had to sit for and pass a CPA examination which is an indication of expertise in this field.  The attainment of this certification enables me to offer accounting services to any firm or the general public. I can use the designation behind my name to show the experience level among the many practicing accountants and hence no one can raise doubts on my level of qualification. The certification allows for growth in accounting career, becoming a full auditor and assuming managerial positions in an organization (AICPA, 2). With such certification it is possible to be a management consultant, analyst or a financial planner.

The various forms of information technology that I use in accounting profession include technological accounting systems and the E- business.  The information technology involves software such as spreadsheet programs, accounting programs like QuickBooks that help in various calculations and reporting.  The programs and software are affordable and easy to use and assist in daily tasks like recording transactions, paying bills and reporting (Gelinas, 26).  The E-business involves the use of internet in accounting processes and enables one to coordinate activities necessary for internal management while combining customers’ relationships using digital networks in a firm. The information technology systems are also usable where there is need for accounting security. By use of identification such as passwords, a limit is put on who can access the confidential information (Gelinas, 26).

In the accounting career, writing and verbal skills are very important communication skills. Writing skills are needed in giving instructions, letters and notices to clients and in preparation of financial reports. Verbal skills are important for interpretation and networking. Interpersonal skills involve the ability to maintain professionalism while interacting with people(WeetFeet (firm), 60). 

The most challenging responsibilities as an accountant involve providing expert advice to the management or individuals knowing well that for any financial decision they make, I share the consequences.

For the students beginning their accounting career, they should know that growing the career involve putting effort right from the beginning. Having the discipline to study hard and acquiring professional certification is very essential for career growth. Finally it pays in terms of diverse opportunities with good monetary rewards.  

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