Accounting Technology Programs in Washington DC

Educational Information:

There are many businesses located in the nation’s capital that require the services of accounting technicians. In this entry-level role, you would be responsible for providing assistance to one or more staff accountants by posting financial transactions, managing a record-keeping system and other duties as assigned.

Licensing Information:

Although it is not a legal requirement, most employers prefer applicants who have earned the Certified Accounting Technician (CAT) credential from the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA). Career programs and colleges in the District of Columbia typically tailor program offerings to ensure that students are prepared to take this exam upon graduation. You also need one year of work experience before you can take the CAT exam. To earn the credential, you must score above 90 percent on the exam and provide proof that you have completed a financial ethics class.

Employment Information:

As of May 2020, accounting professionals earned an average salary of $110,140 in Washington D.C. Between 2018 and 2028, the number of accountant and auditor jobs in our nation’s capital is projected to increase by 8.1%, which is twice the national average growth rate of 4% during this period. About 1,360 annual job openings in this field are expected during this ten-year period leading to 2028 due to a combination of new job growth, retirements, and natural job turnover.

May 2020 Bureau of Labor Statistics salary and job market trends for accountants and auditors represent state data, not school-specific information. 

Job growth projections for 2018-2028 sourced from the U.S. Department of Labor-sponsored O*Net database. Figures represent state data, not school-specific information.

Conditions in your area may vary. Data Accessed May 2021.