Do you like solving problems and working with numbers? A career in accounting is for
you.
This program prepares students for jobs with duties assigned to a beginning accountant
such as verifying additions, checking audits, postings, and vouchers, analyzing accounts,
and preparing financial statements. Many of the courses transfer to four-year colleges,
including programs at Eastern Michigan University, Madonna University, and Walsh College.
If the primary goal is to transfer into a bachelor's of business administration program
in accounting, consider the Business Transfer program.
Next Steps
Apply See Program & Courses in Catalog Request Information
Why Choose WCC?
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Career Outlook in Michigan
| Career Title |
Median Salary |
Annual Openings |
| Accountants and Auditors |
$77,464 |
3,570 |
| Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks |
$47,444 |
5,128 |
| Budget Analysts |
$91,832 |
57 |
What do Accountants and Auditors do?
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Prepare detailed reports on audit findings.
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Report to management about asset utilization and audit results, and recommend changes in operations and financial activities.
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Collect and analyze data to detect deficient controls, duplicated effort, extravagance, fraud, or non-compliance with laws, regulations, and management policies.
What skills do Accountants and Auditors have?
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Reading Comprehension:
Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
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Critical Thinking:
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
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Active Listening:
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
Did You Know?
Programs for Accountants and Auditors can lead to other interesting professions, including: