The Time Is Right For A Career In Accounting

For many people looking for employment, the promise of job security is a definite plus. Yet for those just starting out in their job search -- or even just considering their major in college -- finding a job that is going to be financially secure and personally rewarding can be a challenge. For those who have a degree in business or finance, the inclination is sometimes to pursue a "sexier" career in alternate investing or investment banking. But this year alone has seen thousands of layoffs from the most prominent investment banks on Wall Street. In the midst of this continued turmoil, there is a segment of the finance industry that can actually provide both opportunity and stability: accounting.