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NIACC Accounting with Computers Diploma
Overview & Employment Information

Welcome to a career in bookkeeping and accounting! This program is designed to develop attitudes, knowledge, and skills required for entry-level positions in this profession. You may complete the diploma program with 2 semesters of suggested curriculum, or you may choose to spread the program courses over 3 or more semesters.

In addition, you have the option of applying completed course work toward an Associate in Science-Business degree or an Associate in General Studies degree. Graduates may also continue toward an Associate in Arts Degree.

Career Opportunities

A wide variety of businesses provide employment opportunities:

• Agricultural industries
• Banks and financial institutions
• Federal, state, and local government agencies
• Hospitals and health care providers
• Manufacturing companies
• Wholesale and retail firms

Occupational titles include:

• Accounting Clerk
• Accounts Payable Clerk
• Accounts Receivable Clerk
• Bank Teller
• Billing Clerk
• Bookkeeper
• Data Entry
• General Office Clerk
• Payroll Clerk

Employment Outlook

According to the Economic Research Institute's 2005 salary survey, the average entry-level salary for an accounting clerk position on a national level was $22,075 per year ($10.61 per hour). Larger companies often offer higher salaries and benefits. Also, jobs obtained by program graduates frequently offer great advancement opportunities.