Accountant/Auditor

Code: 13-2011.00

Also known as: Accountant, Accounting Officer, Audit Partner, Auditor, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Cost Accountant, Financial Auditor, General Accountant, Internal Auditor, Revenue Tax Specialist

Description: Accountants and Auditors develop systems for processing financial information, collecting financial data, and managing accounting department staff members. These jobs require knowledge of accounting policies and practices, skill in creating budgets and tracking expenses, and knowledge of relevant financial regulations. They ensure that proper accounting practices are always used. They also make sure that companies and individuals stay in compliance with government laws and policies.

Accountant/Auditor

Typical wages


10% $45,220
25% $57,110
Median $73,560
75% $97,530
90% $128,680
10% $21.74
25% $27.46
Median $35.37
75% $46.89
90% $61.87

Projected employment

Estimated Employment
(2019 year)
1,436,100
Projected Employment
(2029 year)
1,497,900
Percent Change +0 %
Projected Annual Job Openings 125,700