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ISBN 10: 1581311737 
ISBN 13: 9781581311730
Author: Jason Alba

Vault Career Guide to Accounting 1st Table of contents:

I. Introduction to Accounting

• Why Accounting? (Overview of the profession's importance, relevance, and role in business and society)
• A Brief History of Accounting
• Key Financial Regulations and Reporting Systems (e.g., GAAP, IFRS)
• Industry Trends and Outlook (e.g., impact of technology, globalization, emerging specializations like forensic accounting, sustainability accounting)

II. Types of Accounting and Career Paths

• Public Accounting:
  • Audit & Assurance
  • Tax Services
  • Advisory/Consulting
  • "Big Four" Firms vs. Mid-size/Small Firms
• Private Accounting (Corporate/Industry Accounting):
  • Financial Accounting
  • Management Accounting (Cost Accounting, Budgeting, Forecasting)
  • Internal Audit
  • Financial Analysis
• Governmental Accounting
• Non-Profit Accounting
• Specialized Areas:
  • Forensic Accounting
  • IT Audit/Accounting
  • Environmental Accounting
  • International Accounting

III. Getting Hired

• Education and Training Requirements:
  • Degrees (Bachelor's, Master's)
  • The 150-Hour Rule
• Professional Certifications and Licenses:
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) - Importance, Exam Structure, Requirements
  • Certified Management Accountant (CMA)
  • Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
  • Other relevant certifications
• The Hiring Process:
  • Resume and Cover Letter Tips
  • Networking and Informational Interviews
  • On-Campus Recruiting
  • Interviewing Strategies (common questions, behavioral questions)
  • The Value of Internships
• Skills and Personality Traits for Success:
  • Hard Skills (e.g., software proficiency, data analysis, financial modeling)
  • Soft Skills (e.g., attention to detail, critical thinking, communication, teamwork, problem-solving)

IV. On the Job: Life as an Accountant

• Typical Day in the Life:
  • Auditor
  • Tax Accountant
  • Corporate Accountant
• Work Environment and Culture (e.g., public vs. private, busy season)
• Training and Development
• Advancement Prospects and Career Paths (e.g., from staff accountant to manager, senior manager, partner/CFO)
• Work-Life Balance Considerations

V. Accounting Employers (Profiles and Insights)

• Major Accounting Firms (e.g., Big Four and other prominent firms)
• Industry Employers (e.g., financial services, technology, manufacturing)
• Government Agencies
• What Employers Look For

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