The first professional association for accountants, the American Association of Public Accountants, was formed in 1887, and CPAs were first licensed in 1896. Accountin… See more

Accountants work with companies, governments, and non-profits, or set up private practices. They may perform account analysis, review financial statements … See more

Accountants must abide by the ethical standards and guiding principles of the region where they practice, such as the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) or G… See more

Accountants are always in demand because every company of any size needs one or more of them. They are the ones tracking, analyzing, and auditing the company's … See more