Accounting
This program has Fast Track Career options that let you skill up with an in-demand career certificate that employers are looking for. See awards below for Fast Track options.
Studying accounting at Austin Community College can really pay off — both personally and professionally. You’ll learn how to help businesses stretch dollars, grow profits, prepare taxes, manage payrolls, keep good financial records, and much more. This program offers career certificates, noncredit Continuing Education courses, associate degrees, and university transfer credits to help you reach your unique goals.
Pride Points
Top 10 for CPA Exam Success
Accredited by ACBSP
#2 Best Community College for Accounting
ACC’s Accounting Program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).
Career & Salary Information
Accounting graduates find jobs everywhere — from major corporations and private consulting firms to nonprofit organizations and small businesses. Here are just a few of the many career possibilities you might consider.
Click each title to learn more about important career information such as employment rates, and average salary in our region.
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Accountants
Analyze financial information and prepare financial reports to determine or maintain record of assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liability, or other financial activities within an organization.
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Auditors
Examine and analyze accounting records to determine financial status of establishment and prepare financial reports concerning operating procedures.
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Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks
Compute, classify, and record numerical data to keep financial records complete. Perform any combination of routine calculating, posting, and verifying duties to obtain primary financial data for use in maintaining accounting records. May also check the accuracy of figures, calculations, and postings pertaining to business transactions recorded by other workers.
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Credit Analysts
Analyze credit data and financial statements of individuals or firms to determine the degree of risk involved in extending credit or lending money. Prepare reports with credit information for use in decision making.
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Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks
Compile and record employee time and payroll data. May compute employees' time worked, production, and commission. May compute and post wages and deductions, or prepare paychecks.
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Tax Examiners and Collectors, and Revenue Agents
Determine tax liability or collect taxes from individuals or business firms according to prescribed laws and regulations.
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Tax Preparers
Prepare tax returns for individuals or small businesses.
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Treasurers and Controllers
Direct financial activities, such as planning, procurement, and investments for all or part of an organization.
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Choose the Award Path That’s Right for You
ACC offers stackable credentials. Certificates prepare you for a career change or career advancement and often include credits that count toward associate degrees. Associate degrees further increase your employability and help you build a strong foundation for university transfer. Learn more.
Explore awards and follow the program maps below to stay on track.