Accountant
Interview with a Professional
Tina Jaegers, Fiscal Officer with Sieda Community Action, discusses her career in Accounting.
The Details
Salary in Iowa
Income Range:
$48,300 - $121,940
Median Income
$74,290
Education Required
Entry Level Positions:
6-12 mo. Programs
Accounting Dept. Advancement:
Associate Degrees (A.A. / A.A.S) - 18 mo.
Advanced Accounting Careers:
Bachelor's, Master's, &/or CPA - 4-6 yrs.
Opportunities in Iowa
All organizations have to manage their finances, inventory, and transactions. Accounting careers are available in Ottumwa and surrounding areas at many small businesses, local government agencies, non-profit organizations, and large business operations.
Alternative Careers
1
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Median Income:
$120,000
Education / Certificates:
Bachelor's Degree
Uniform CPA Exam
2
Financial Analyst
Median Income:
$101,910
Education / Certificates:
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree often required
3
Forensic Accountant
Median Income:
$124,000
Education / Certificates:
Bachelor's Degree
Certified Fraud Examiner highly valued
4
Internal Auditor
Median Income:
$70,000
Education / Certificates:
Bachelor's Degree
5
Accounting Manager
Median Income:
$120,000
Education / Certificates:
Bachelor's Degree
CPA + Experience often required
6
Tax Accountant
Median Income:
$75,000
Education / Certificates:
Bachelor's Degree
CPA or Enrolled Agent (EA)
Additional Resources
Career One Stop is a website sponsored by the US Dept of Labor. It provides information on careers and educational requirements.
IHCC is a community college in Southeast Iowa. They offer many programs for aspiring accountants.
Indeed is an online listing of job opportunities, and you can search by location, job type, education, pay, and many more.