Accounting Employment Outlook

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Studies in accounting may lead to opportunities in an endless array of industries, government agencies, non-profit organizations, and for-profit small businesses or large corporations.

Whatcom's accounting program will equip you with the basic skills to compete for entry-level accounting positions in private industry, state and local government, and public accounting firms.

The average wage in Whatcom County for billing and posting clerks in $20.84/hour, whereas for bookkeeping, accounting and auditing clerks it is $24.08/hour. (Source: WA State Employment Security Department, October 2022)

Local employers of recent program graduates include:

  • A&E Electric
  • All American Marine Inc.
  • Andrews Tax Accounting
  • Barlean's Organic Oils
  • Boeing
  • Express Employment
  • Meridian School District
  • Moss Adams LLP
  • SOS Office Solutions