Accountant and Auditor
An accountant is the company numbers person who keeps a record of money earned and spent. Whether at a large corporation, small business or nonprofit organization, this role is one of the most important roles in business.
Specifically, accountants determine and maintain payroll, work with auditors, manage billing and policies and oversee budgets, revenue and expenses. They can take financial information and then analyze it to identify trends and help plan for future growth.
Want to know how healthy a company is? Ask the accountant. It’s the accountant who knows every number and understands every number. No one else has the level of insight into the financial health of a company, organization or individual as does the accountant.
Most accountants and auditors have a bachelor’s degree in accounting, business or finance. Additional background in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) may be helpful, depending on the area of business you wish to focus on. To become a certified public accountant (CPA), you will also need a license from the Texas State Board of Public Accountancy.
$53,381
entry level salary estimate
$102,095
experienced level salary estimate
12,989
projected annual job openings
Programs for Accountants and Auditors
Midwestern State University (BBA degree)
North Central Texas College (AAS degree, certificates)
Southeastern Oklahoma State University (BBA degree)
Texas A&M University - Commerce (BBA degree)
Texas Woman’s University (BBA degree)
Tyler Junior College (AA degree)
University of North Texas at Dallas (BBA degree)
If you're ready for business, Texas is the state for you.
Have a head for business? If you’re good with numbers and business-minded, you could find yourself working for all types and sizes of companies, in all kinds of industries. From administrative support roles to managers and executives, career opportunities in the world of business are wide ranging. In business, an associate or bachelor’s degree can get you on a fast track to success.
Sources:
Texas Labor Market Information, Texas Workforce Commission. Statewide wages by occupation, 2021. Statewide projections by occupation, 2020-2030.
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