“But mathematics is the sister, as well as the servant, of the arts and is touched with the same madness and genius.” ~Harold Marston Morse. Everything is made of numbers; even art. This quote compares the two and even though they seem like polar opposites they have more in common than ever. Solving problems and finding an exact answer is relaxing for me. I don’t mind math homework as much as other people and I wish some of my mathematics classes were more challenging. I also like to draw and when you break it down art is numbers too. In order to get a better understanding of my chosen career field as an accountant I will researching nature of the work, working conditions, training, qualifications, advancement, job outlook/employments, earnings, and a related occupation.

 Examine financial statements to ensure that they are accurate and comply with laws and regulations  Compute taxes owed, prepare tax returns, and ensure that taxes are paid properly and on time  Inspect account books and accounting systems for efficiency and use of accepted accounting procedures  Organize and maintain financial records  Assess financial operations and make best-practices recommendations to management  Suggest ways to reduce costs, enhance revenues, and improve profits

 8-10 hours of work per day  Fast-paced and challenging work  Work with people and by yourself  Primarily mental work in an office  Occasionally physical when traveling to businesses and clients

 Bachelor’s degree in accounting required  Optional certificates (improves certain aspects)  Going to Walsh College in Troy, Michigan (shown by the arrow on the map)  Going to take Accounting I, Accounting II, and other math courses during high school

 Employment rate is rising at rate of 13% (average growth)  I’d like work somewhere in Ann Arbor, Michigan but no preference in what company/firm

Median earnings are about $63,000 Lifestyle Goals 1. Have a dog for a pet approx. $3,000 (per year) + 2. Live in a house in Ann Arbor 300, Learn how to and go snowboarding 1,000$ +

 Requires Master’s degree Help library patrons conduct research and find the information they need  Job outlook at 7%, slower then average  Median earnings are approx. $55,000

I’ve learned a lot from researching more in my field and I have to say I’m very interested. I’m looking forward to having a balanced career like this. I will be working alone and sometimes I work with people. I get an office space but I also travel. Its perfect because I’m on the fence about things like that. I like a little bit of both and having that variety. The positives out weigh the negatives in all areas and I will continue to work toward this career path.

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