An accountant is an individual who is qualified through education, internship or work experience to perform specific accounting work under the supervision of a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), controller, auditor or other management accountants.

An accountant may perform such duties as:

• Financial accounting and reporting
• Auditing
• Preparation of tax documents
• Management services and consulting
• Financial analysis
• Cash management

An accountant may work at a:

• Certified public accounting firm
• Large corporation or small business
• Financial management organization
• Law firm
• Property management company
• Hotel, restaurant or casino
• Bank or other financial institution
• Government agency

Income varies depending on the type of accounting position. The median income for the U.S. is $45,000; Memphis Metropolitan area is $39,000.

Southwest offers:

• Fully accredited programs by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
• Small classes for more personalized attention
• Flexible class schedules at multiple campuses, centers and sites
• Online classes
• Affordable tuition
• Support services that include career counseling, free tutoring, financial aid and on-site child care services