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Discover a Career with Unlimited Possibilities

Choosing your future career is a big decision, and the world of accounting is full of opportunities you might not expect. Whether you’re drawn to creative industries, driven by problem-solving, or motivated by making a positive impact, accounting can open doors to careers in every corner of the economy. From global companies to local nonprofits, tech startups to sports teams, organizations everywhere rely on accounting professionals to help them grow, innovate, and make smart decisions. If you’re exploring your next steps, accounting is a path that offers flexibility, stability, and the freedom to tailor your career to what inspires you most.

Turn Your Passion into a Career

A career in accounting goes far beyond crunching numbers. It’s about strategy, problem-solving, and helping organizations thrive. Whether you dream of working in entertainment, retail, sports, tech, or nonprofits, accounting gives you the tools to build a career that aligns with your interests. Every industry relies on accountants to track finances, plan for growth, and make smart business decisions.

From managing tour budgets for a music artist to advising a startup on its financial strategy, accountants are behind the success stories that shape every industry.

A Career That Takes You Places

Accounting is a global profession: your skills can take you anywhere. You might work with international clients, support sustainability efforts, or help fund groundbreaking innovations. With experience, you can choose to specialize in areas like auditing, tax, financial analysis, or even forensic accounting.

And since accountants are needed in every sector, you have the freedom to shift directions throughout your career; exploring new industries or even starting your own firm. 

Click here to learn how the CPA role varies between different industries. 

The Path to Becoming a CPA

It takes dedication, education, and experience, but it’s a journey that pays off.

Thanks to changes introduced by Senate Bill 797, Oregon now offers more flexible and updated pathways to earning your CPA license, while maintaining the high standards of the profession.

Click here to explore the path to CPA

Career Outlook and Opportunity

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of accountants and auditors is projected to grow 5% from 2024 to 2034 - faster than average for most careers. Most accounting graduates receive job offers before graduation, and the profession remains one of the most stable and recession-resistant fields.

Accounting also provides strong earning potential and upward mobility. As you gain experience, you can move into leadership roles such as financial manager, controller, or chief financial officer (CFO).

Why Choose Accounting?

  • Stability: Accountants are in demand across industries.
  • Marketable Skills: Your financial expertise is valuable in public accounting, corporate settings, government, or nonprofits.
  • Career Advancement: With experience and certification, you can rise quickly through management or leadership roles.
  • Flexibility: Choose from remote work, global travel, or entrepreneurship.
  • Impact: Accountants help organizations make smarter, more ethical, and more sustainable decisions.

Your Next Step

If you’re in college, consider:

A career in accounting combines freedom, flexibility, and financial security. Wherever your passions lie, accounting can help you turn them into a lasting and rewarding career.

Did you know? OSCPA can provide CPAs to come and talk in your college or classroom. Click here to request a CPA classroom visit.