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Advice: Job: Accountant

Stick with it.
Accountant - (City withheld for privacy), Massachusetts, United States
5 years ago I thought I would never get out of my dead end job. But I stuck with my classes and lucked into a great opportunity and now my career has taken off.
Posted in 5 Years Ago on 1 Sep 2008
It always pays to get your CPA license
Accountant - (City withheld for privacy), California, United States
Even if you do not want to get into auditing, getting a CPA is very good for your knowledge and salary.
Posted in Negotiating Higher Pay on 2 Feb 2007
Making Yourself Avaible
Accountant - (City withheld for privacy), Michigan, United States
This company has been so efficient with me that I have gone back to college and can manage a healthy family life. I recommend anyone to apply at robert half as a temporary agent. I am currently setting a goal for my bachealors in Arts.
Posted in Interviewing Tips on 20 Dec 2006
 

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Job: Accountant

Median Salary by Years Experience - Job: Accountant (United States)
Country: United States | Currency: USD | Updated: 4 Feb 2010 | Individuals Reporting: 5,137
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Job Description

People with the job title Accountant typically fall into one of the following PayScale standard occupations.

Examine budget estimates for completeness, accuracy, and conformance with procedures and regulations. Analyze budgeting and accounting reports for the purpose of maintaining expenditure controls.
Compile data, compute fees and charges, and prepare invoices for billing purposes. Duties include computing costs and calculating rates for goods, services, and shipment of goods; posting data; and keeping other relevant records. May involve use of computer or typewriter, calculator, and adding and bookkeeping machines.
 
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