The four major fields are management, public and governmental accounting, and internal auditing. OES Survey Salaries vary with the size and location of the firm and individual qualifications. Most Accountants work 40 hours a week with additional overtime during busy seasons. They may receive extra pay or compensating time off for overtime. Fringe benefits normally include paid vacations, sick leave, group health insurance and retirement plans.
Some companies offer profit-sharing plans.
CPA firms often pay for CPA exams, professional courses and professional society membership dues. Some leave to open their own practices. Management Accountants may become senior-level supervisors or department managers. A few become Controllers, Treasurers, or Chief Financial Officers. Click arrow at bottom left of image to begin.