ACCOUNTING, B.S at Lewis University

As an accounting degree student at Lewis University, you will learn:

• Practical, hands-on skills you will use on the job
• How to record and interpret essential financial data for effective decision making
• Today's current accounting procedures and laws
• Ethical framework for accounting practices

Accounting majors have a wide and varied selection of jobs from which to choose. Auditing is one of the best-known services provided. Public accounting firms provide most auditing services to public companies. Public accounting firms may also provide tax advice and information system services. Accountants take positions in business or industry as financial officers, controllers, internal auditors, and staff accountants. Other jobs include financial advisers for governmental and other not-for-profit organizations and personal financial planners.

Success requires commitment to service, strong communication skills, problem solving ability, and the ability to work in a team.