Accounting Question....and 2 free points for you...?

Question

I am thinking of possibly going into accounting if engineering doesn't work out for me (in college), and I was wondering 1) what is the pay like for accountants and 2) do you stay an accountant all your life or are there promotions or other jobs you could attain through accounting? Thanks a bunch!

Answer 1

Pay can vary greatly for accountants. I know some recent grads are working for 12 or so an hour whereas I am independent and do considerably more. No, you don't have to stay an accountant all your life, depending upon other abilities you can move into more executive roles

Answer 2

The pay is fairly good for accountants earning good salaries over £40,000 of course other good jobs can be available as you step up the ladder.