In public accounting, the accountant is employed by a CPA firm and can specialize in such areas as auditing, tax and management consulting. Industry specializations such as health care are also common in public accounting. When working in private industry, the accountant is employed by a company or organization in one of a variety of technical or managerial positions in auditing, controllership, taxation or administration.
Similar positions are available for the governmental accountant.
Accountants who work in education are usually college professors, a very rewarding career. A doctoral degree is normally required in this area. Professional status for accounting is evidenced by a number of certificates which are earned by examination. Click here for more information about the CPA exam. Click here for some direct links to career-related information on the site.