If you’ve wondered whether a career in accounting would be right for you, you’re going to want to learn all you can about this occupation and gain an understanding of its prominence in today’s business world. But what is accounting, and what does it encompass exactly? Because the field is so wide-reaching, it’s sometimes difficult to describe.
In this article, we’ll explore some of the different types of accounting, why it’s so important, how recent technology is impacting the field, the projected employment outlook, some potential career paths and look at some of what accountants do on a daily basis.