Neha Gheewala IT and Financial Auditor... · Myth: Accounting = Bookkeeping! Reality: Accountants...
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Neha Gheewala IT and Financial Auditor
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Neha Gheewala
IT and Financial Auditor
Oakton Community College - Associate Degree in Business
University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelors of Science, Major: Accounting
1. What is Accounting (myth vs. reality)?
2. How do I become an Accountant?
3. Are there certifications to stand out in the pool?
4. What are the job prospects in Accounting?
5. Where do Accounting grads (really) get jobs?
6. What are some my personal experiences ?
Myth: Accounting = Bookkeeping!
Reality: Accountants take over where bookkeepers leave off Spend most of their time in a decision-making
capacity Assist company management to understand
financial impact of business decisions Typically have at least a 4 year degree; are often
CPA’s
Myth: Career in Accounting is boring!
Reality: With Accounting degree, you are opening a door to
following options: A Financial Advisor A Corporate or Government Accountant Financial/Operational/IT Auditors A Forensic Accountant A Tax Accountant A World Traveler Last but not least - An FBI Agent (Accounting is one of only
five entry programs through which you can become an FBI special agent)
Not an easy degree If it was easy, everyone would do it!
Will have to work hard and a lot will be expected of you
What do you get in return if you major in accounting? Enhanced critical thinking, problem-solving, and research
skills
Thorough knowledge of correct accounting procedures
Financial expertise and experience
A job in accounting!!
Top jobs are competitive Will need good grades, extracurricular activities and an
Internship - employers prefer to hire from intern pool
General Requirements
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Accounting 4 year degree (121 semester credit hours)*
A Minor in Accounting is also available
Approx. 9 semester credit hour program for Business majors
Master of Science in Accountancy (MSA) • 30 semester credit hour program
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Certified Management Accountant (CMA)
Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA)
Certified Financial Manager (CFM)
Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM)
Certified Financial Planner (CFP)
And many more…
Graduates with accounting majors have the highest percentage of job offers, followed by economics, computer science and engineering ◦ Report based on responses from over 10,000 bachelor’s degree seniors from the class of 2014
60% heading into the workforce 23% going on to graduate school 17% unsure or taking time off
Source: National Association of Colleges and Employers’ Class of 2014 Student Survey Report
Source: https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/explore-careers/careers/hottest-careers-for-
college-graduates#bachelors
1.PricewaterhouseCoopers
2.Ernst & Young
3.Plante & Moran
4.Mosley, Pfundt & Glick, Inc.
5.Gilmore Jasion Mahler
6.CliftonLarsonAllen
7.Weber O'Brien Ltd
8.William Vaughan Co.
9.James H. Miles
10.Marathon Petroleum
* and many others
11.Owens-Illinois
12.Dana
13.Nestlé
14.HCR ManorCare
15.GE Aviation
16.Scotts Miracle-Gro Co.
17.Sofo Foods
18.The Andersons
19.Health Care REIT
20.Owens Corning
21.INTERalliance
22.Northwestern Mutual
23.BMW
24.Edward Jones
25.Digital Media
26.Demarco Inc.
27.Petroci (Ivory Coast)
28.Toledo Public Schools
29.Lucas County Port Authority
30.Raceway Park
Job Description Help business achieve its GOALs
Perform Risk Assessments
Lead various IT, Operational and Financial projects
Identify risk and fraudulent activities
Communicate the findings to management including CEO/CFO
The work environment for an accountant is typically a professional office setting.
Normally 40 hours work week
55 to 80 hours a week during the busy seasons
10 to 15% travel
Attend College Job Fairs
Get an Internship while in college
Join Accounting/Finance clubs in College
Network
And very important - Don’t burn the bridges
