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Finance

How to become an Accountant

From bookkeeper: every step, how long it takes, and the credential it earns.

Time to get there
2–4 years
Typical pay
$62k–$88k
Starting from
Bookkeeper
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The steps

  1. 1

    Get an accounting degree

    A bachelor's is the standard entry requirement, and the CPA path assumes it.

    4 years

    Course that covers thisAccounting Fundamentals: From Zero to HeroUdemy · around $19.99 →
  2. 2

    Learn the software

    QuickBooks for smaller firms, NetSuite or SAP in larger ones.

    Course that covers thisQuickBooks Online Made Easy: The Complete Course and ManualUdemy · around $19.99 →
  3. 3

    Start in staff accounting or audit

    Public accounting is harder and opens more doors; industry is gentler.

    1–2 years

  4. 4

    Decide on the CPA

    150 credit hours, four exams, and an experience requirement. It roughly doubles the ceiling.

    CPA

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