Benefits of public sector accounting careers / (Record no. 9798)
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| Transcribing agency | OCT |
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| Personal name | Vermeer, Beth |
| 240 ## - UNIFORM TITLE | |
| Uniform title | Journal of Accountancy / |
| Medium | November 2022 |
| 245 ## - TITLE STATEMENT | |
| Title | Benefits of public sector accounting careers / |
| Statement of responsibility, etc. | Beth Vermeer and Thomas Vermeer |
| 300 ## - PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION | |
| Extent | Vol 234 (5) pages 18-23 : |
| Other physical details | illustrations ; |
| Dimensions | 28 cm |
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| General note | As workers search for better opportunities and the demand for public sector workers continues to increase, accounting professionals working in the private sector should consider whether switching to a career in the public sector could meet their needs for professional advancement and job satisfaction. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the rate of public sector job openings in 2021 was the highest in the past 20 years. In fact, a September 2021 public finance workforce study by the National Association of State Treasurers Foundation found that nearly one-third of the public sector finance workforce is over the age of 55. The public sector can offer accounting professionals: (1) an opportunity to contribute to society; (2) a better work/ life balance; (3) generous retirement plans and health insurance; (4) paid time oft; (5) flexible working schedules; and (6) reimbursement for pursuing an advanced degree and CPA licensure. Working for the public sector can also offer a chance to contribute to social justice. (See the sidebar "GAO Examination Leads to Public Hearings.") This is an important aspect of the job for Erik Simonson, an assistant state auditor in the Washington State Auditor's office in Olympia, Wash. "I think bringing accountability to government is a noble calling, and I find it a very meaningful part of my work," he said. Working in the public sector requires certain credentials but offers a variety of opportunities. As accounting professionals gain experience and advance their careers in the sector, they can work in different functions, such as executive management, budgeting, and pension management, but auditor and comptroller functions in federal, state, and local governments are often the entry-level positions. |
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| Uncontrolled term | Professional issues |
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| Personal name | Vermeer, Thomas |
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| Koha item type | Continuing Resources |
| Suppress in OPAC | No |
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