Examine, analyze, and interpret accounting records to prepare financial statements, give advice, or audit and evaluate statements prepared by others. Install or advise on systems of recording costs or other financial and budgetary data.

Recruiters and hiring managers typically seek candidates with at least a Bachelor's degree when filling this role.

The entry level salary in Kentucky's Statewide Areas, for Accountants and Auditors is $43,430

The median salary is $64,860

The salary for an experienced Accountants and Auditors is $105,280

The statewide entry level salary for all occupations is $22,980

The statewide median salary is $40,180

There are 12,686 people currently employed as Accountants and Auditors with a potential for 2,384 new job openings in the next 5 years.

Budget Analysts:There are 669 people currently employed as Budget Analysts with a potential for 104 new job openings in the next 5 years.

Credit Analysts:There are 1,006 people currently employed as Credit Analysts with a potential for 85 new job openings in the next 5 years.