Entry-Level Positions For Aspiring Accountants And Auditors
Entry-level accounting and auditing roles at large public accounting firms like PricewaterhouseCoopers, Ernst & Young, Deloitte, and KPMG offer "exceptional experience," providing a "bird's-eye view" of financial statements across various industries. Alternatively, starting in an accounting role within a specific industry of interest is another viable entry point, as "there's lots of opportunities" given the universal need for accountants and auditors in all sectors.
Accounting, Auditing, Public Accounting Firms, Financial Statements, Entry-Level Positions
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Barbara Anderson
Manager - IA
Compass Diversified
Makerere University Kampala
Makerere University Kampala, BSc Agri-Business Management
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Finance (Banking, Fintech, Investing)
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Scholarship Recipient, Immigrant
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1. Entry-level positions in accounting and auditing at large firms (like PwC, EY, Deloitte, KPMG) offer excellent experience and a broad view of financial statement preparation across various industries.
2. Starting in an accounting role within a specific industry of interest is another viable entry-level path.
3. Accountants and auditors are needed across all sectors (companies, non-profits, etc.), providing numerous entry-level opportunities for those willing to work their way up and set career goals.
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What entry-level positions are there in this field that an undergraduate college student might consider?
There are many opportunities to get into accounting and auditing. I personally started at PricewaterhouseCoopers, one of the big public accounting firms. I know friends who were at Ernst & Young, Deloitte, and KPMG, but I'm sure there are many other consulting firms that do accounting and audit-related work.
These firms offer exceptional experience. While it's not easy, as I've tried to emphasize throughout this interview, it is worth it. I don't think you can get better experience anywhere else.
It gives you a bird's-eye view, and you get to work on every area of financial statements across multiple industries, including technology, healthcare, and manufacturing. Starting out as an associate at a public accounting firm would be great.
However, I have a coworker who found an industry she liked and started in an accounting role within that specific industry. There are many opportunities, which is why people need accountants and auditors.
It's not a glamorous job, but it's essential. Every company, business, and non-governmental organization needs an accountant or auditor. There are opportunities everywhere, and you just have to be willing to start and work your way up. Set a goal, know where you want to go, and work towards it. There are many entry-level opportunities available everywhere.
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