Accounting - Southwest Wisconsin Technical College

Accounting from Southwest Wisconsin Technical College is a Campus Associate Accountancy degree that prepares you for a Accounting career. Accounting is a crucial part of every business operation. The accountant assembles, analyzes, and reports essential information about the financial operation of an organization. Accountants provide financial information to management and other stakeholders, and are an important part of every successful organization. An accountant should be well-organized, detail oriented, and accurate. Problem-solving abilities and critical-thinking skills are important in the accounting field. Other characteristics of a successful accountant are the ability to meet deadlines, the skill to adapt cutting-edge technology to accounting systems and processes, and the willingness to work as a team member. Accounting is an exciting and dynamic field which communicates information to all areas of the business. Accountants are involved in the decision-making process throughout the business. The first year of the two year program is designed to guide a student through the entire accounting cycle for proprietorships, partnerships, and corporations. Other areas of study include payroll accounting , income tax preparation for individuals, spreadsheet applications, and computerized accounting. The second year deals with advanced accounting theory, cost accounting, accounting analysis, and accounting systems. Elective courses allow students to further specialize in the areas of business taxation and governmental and not-for-profit accounting . Career Oportunities Job openings in the accounting field are expected to remain strong. As all organizations, including government, public accounting firms, service businesses, financial institutions, and manufacturing companies, require accounting services. The following are some typical jobs that a graduate of this program may enter: Bookkeeper Cost Accountant Public Accountant Staff Accountant Tax Accountant Accounts Receivable/Payable Clerk Account Manager Account Specialist Payroll Accountant Governmental Accountant Not-for-Profit Accountant Program Outcomes Journalize advanced business transactions from source document in special journals and registers. Post data from journals and registers to the general ledger and maintain accuracy utilizing subsidiary ledgers. Prepare detailed financial statements, documents, and reports using appropriate technology. Accurately complete payroll records and reports. Accurately complete income tax forms (federal and state) for individuals. Utilize computers and calculators as they apply to the accounting profession. Design business procedures and processes utilizing manual and computerized accounting systems. Read, communicate, and write proficiently. Work productively with others in a variety of situations. Interpret current business trends and act professionally and ethically. Analyze business situations and apply problem-solving techniques View more details on Southwest Wisconsin Technical College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Accountancy courses.