Accountants are always in demand. Every company in every industry of every size needs an expert to manage the money. The accounting profession ranked at the top of the charts as the best career choice for 2013.
Most accountants work as public accountants and maintain financial records and tax services for all types of clients. These can be large accounting firms or individual practices. There are also large companies and other organizations that will need management accountants.
“The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects accountant and auditor employment growth of 22 percent between 2008 and 2018, adding 279,400 more positions to the 1.29 million already-existing jobs. The accounting profession is often tied to the growth of the economy. More business creation means more clients. Despite the recession, The Bureau of Labor Statistics expects the numbers of accountants to grow faster than the national average for job growth” Kimberly Palmer
Accounting professionals will continually be in demand and an excellent career choice for future college graduates, including the lost generation, who has heard nothing but negative feedback regarding their employment future. There is significant potential for upward advancement for accountants and the need will continue despite the bleakest economic conditions.
It is critical for all hiring authorities to be proactive and know who the key players are in the market in order to secure the very best talent to manage their finances. And remember top talent is in demand and getting very hard to attract and hire.
For assistance or additional information, please call The Richmond Group USA.
Krissy Colley Whitaker
Director of Accounting & Finance Division