Because they understand their companies so well, many of these accountants rise up through the ranks and end up running the companies as top managers and presidents. Also, all government agencies hire accountants to keep track of the money they collect and spend. Other accountants work as professional CPAs. When companies report their profits to their owners, they hire CPAs to certify that the reports are truthful and fair. Finally, many accountants own small businesses.
Accounting is an excellent preparation for entrepreneurship.