The Job Role
Accounting & Finance workers are responsible for financial documents, forecasts reports, direct investment activities, financial analysis strategies, balance sheets, loans, payroll, auditing, bookkeeping and other financial transactions.
Knowledge of computer programs is essential in today's market. Each financial group, such as banks, credit unions, and accounting firms have specific systems and processes to ensure data integrity, security and controlled accessibility.
The individual duties vary with specific titles and responsibilities. Financial professionals need to keep abreast of the latest technology in order to increase the efficiency of their firm's financial operations.
Small business owners have similar financial tracking needs and are a growing segment that requires financial software capabilities.
Recommended Education:
• Practical experience; on-the-job
training
• Specific computer-related
training
• Technical certifications
• Some community college
recommended for advancement
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What to Expect
All levels of technical financial expertise will be in demand as business sectors adopt new technologies.
Those in the accounting field who enhance their skills with further education and training will maintain a competitive edge to progress in their career.
Accounting & financial careers are in various industries such as government, wholesale and retail, manufacturing, schools, finance, insurance and healthcare.
Employment Opportunities:
• Accountant
• Bookkeeper, financial clerk
• Auditor, tax examiner
or collector
• Claims Adjuster
• Controller, Treasurer
• Risk Manager
• Insurance Underwriter
• Loan Officer
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LearnKey Courses
• Excel
• Access
• Crystal Reports
• QuickBooks
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