Career Opportunities for CPAs are Endless!

Public Practice

In public accounting, CPAs serve many clients as an objective outsider or in an advisory capacity. CPAs in public practice work in auditing, forensic accounting, information technology, tax consulting and more. Read: Why Working at a CPA Firm is Phenomenal!

Business and Industry

CPAs in business and industry work for companies of all sizes. They are considered strategic business partners of their organizations and  may work in a variety of areas including financial management, internal auditing, as CFOs, CEOs, and more.

Government

CPAs in government have responsibilities in the areas of auditing, financial reporting and management accounting. They play a critical role in advising decision makers on the use of resources and evaluating the efficiency of government departments and agencies at the federal, state and local levels.

Nonprofit & Education

CPAs in not-for-profit organizations provide strategic financial guidance to help their institutions successfully serve their constituents. Whether on the staff or serving as an advisor, a CPA helps the organization solve tax problems, set up internal controls, budget resources and prepare financial data for fund raising. CPAs in education are faculty members of graduate, undergraduate and community colleges of business administration.