College Closed on Labor Day

Wake Tech is closed Monday for the Labor Day holiday. Prospective students can still apply online, and current students can register for mini-mester courses. All classes will resume and offices will reopen Tuesday morning.

Credit Programs

Accounting & Finance

Program Contact
Melanie Thomas
[email protected]
919-866-5859
Degrees & Pathways
AAS - Associate in Applied Science
Diploma
Certificates

Businesses run because of accounting. Whether it's tracking finances, preparing taxes, managing payroll or helping leadership make smart financial decisions, accountants are essential to every industry. With an AAS degree in Accounting, you're gaining practical, job-ready skills that are valued across a range of career fields.

Your knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, software like Excel and QuickBooks and business operations makes you a valuable asset in roles such as bookkeeper, accounting assistant, payroll specialist or tax preparer. These are high-demand positions with strong potential for growth and promotion.

Today's accounting professionals are involved in a range of industries and specialized roles. With strong skills in data analysis, financial technology and compliance, accountants are helping organizations solve real-world problems and make informed decisions.

A two-year accounting degree opens the door to meaningful, stable and flexible careers in nearly every industry. As businesses grow, so does the need for professionals who understand how to manage money, stay compliant and keep operations running smoothly. Whether you want to start your own business, support others or continue your education, accounting skills will serve you well.

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Wake Tech graduate Mikayla Herndon

"I'm so grateful for Wake Tech. It made me realize that I can and will achieve."

Mikayla Herndon

Accounting & Finance, Class of 2024

 

As an accounting graduate, you can work in small businesses or family-owned companies, corporations, government agencies, public accounting firms, nonprofits and health care organizations.

Here are some of the career areas you can explore:

  • Bookkeeper – Record daily financial transactions, reconcile bank statements and manage accounts payable and receivable for small businesses or nonprofit organizations.
  • Payroll specialist – Ensure employees are paid accurately and on time, handle tax withholdings and benefits deductions, and prepare payroll reports.
  • Accounting assistant/clerk – Help businesses with data entry, processing invoices, preparing reports and supporting senior accountants with day-to-day financial tasks.
  • Billing coordinator – Manage the billing process for clients, ensuring accuracy in charges and timely invoicing in sectors like health care, law or construction.
  • Inventory control analyst (with accounting skills) – Track product movement and analyze inventory data for manufacturing or retail operations.
  • Audit assistant (internal or external) – Help audit teams review financial records and ensure accuracy and compliance with policies and procedures.

Some of these positions, and some included in the salary information below, require more education than a two-year degree.

Career Outlook


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