You can start investigating the field of accounting by joining your high school or college business club (and acting as its treasurer to obtain experience working with budgets, paying bills, and managing financial records). You should also join student business organizations—such as Junior Achievement (https://jausa.ja.org), DECA (https://www.deca.org), Future Business Leaders of America (https://www.fbla.org), and Business Professionals of America (http://bpa.org) to learn more about the business world and participate in activities that develop your leadership and financial management skills.
Perhaps your accounting teacher or a career counselor could recommend an accountant and auditor who is interested in talking about his or her career. Participate in summer programs at colleges and universities that allow you to explore accounting and business careers. One such opportunity is the Discover Yourself in Accounting Majors and Careers Program at the University of Texas at Austin, a free, six-day experience that allows high school students to explore the world of accounting. Finally, check out the following resources to learn more about accounting, auditing, and mutual funds.
- Accounting Today: https://www.accountingtoday.com
- ThisWaytoCPA: https://www.thiswaytocpa.com
- Accounting Glossary: https://www.thiswaytocpa.com/glossary
- Internal Auditor: https://internalauditor.theiia.org
- Accounting All-in-One For Dummies (For Dummies, 2022)
- Mutual Funds For Dummies (For Dummies, 2022)
- Investment Companies: Audit and Accounting Guide (Association of International Certified Professional Accountants, 2024)