Can you be an accountant and travel the world?

Totally up to you. The CPAs we work with generally opt to either spend that time growing their own practice, hanging out with family, or traveling the world. So if it’s April and you’re planning on traveling abroad starting in August, just accept a 3-month project and crank for a few months.

How do I become an international accountant?

The qualifications for a career in international accounting include a bachelor’s degree in accounting, strong math and foreign language skills, and internship experience in the financial industry.

Do accountants get vacations?

A Time for Time Off During the busy season of January to mid-April, accountants work crazy hours to meet tax deadlines, so some firms offer time off later in the year. PWC closes for long holiday weekends and, when possible, for more than a week between Christmas and New Year’s.

Do Accountants travel for work?

Accountants that manage internal operations such as payroll also do not usually travel for work, either. Several paraprofessional jobs are also available at public accounting firms. Accounting clerks seldom travel, although on occasion they may be required to travel to assist in routine work associated with an audit or other project.

Is a career at a public accounting firm right for You?

A career at a public accounting firm is great for someone who does well attending to detail. If you enjoy balancing books and working with financial records, you might enjoy work at a public accounting firm. However, few people take a job at a public accounting firm solely based on the travel opportunities.

Do auditors travel a lot?

External auditors often travel frequently due to the number of clients they serve and the various geographical locations of those clients. Internal auditors who work for only one company might travel between company branches, but for them, travel is usually kept to a minimum.

Do senior clerks have to travel for audits?

Senior clerks, especially those that perform audits for large companies, may travel in order to perform audits on clerks at other company locations. However, companies with a single location will not require senior clerks to travel in order to perform audits.