They may work extra hours during tax time and the end of the fiscal year. If they work in the hotel, restaurant, or sales related industries, they may work more during the holiday and vacation seasons. The California Projections of Employment, published by the Labor Market Information Division of the Employment Development Department, estimates that the number of Bookkeeping, Accounting and Auditing Clerks in California will reach 246,800 by 2005, an increase in new jobs of 11,670 over the number there were in 1993. There will also be an estimated 45,800 openings due to people retiring or leaving the occupation. Added to the 11,670 new jobs expected, this makes for an estimated total of 57,470 job opportunities through 2005.
Employers report that they are finding it difficult to find workers.
The need for workers with computer skills is growing because of the increased use of computers in financial management. Some also believe that because of computers and automation, there could be less need for these workers. There will be more jobs because there will be a need to replace workers who leave the job. The pay for these jobs depends upon experience, clerical skills, the level of responsibility and the job location. Some employers have fringe benefits such as paid vacations and sick leave, life and health insurance, and bonuses.