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In 2019, Academic Researchers Tried to Answer the Question ‘Is Accounting a Miserable Job?’

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A branch of accounting literature argues that such stereotypes are costly to the profession because they reduce the number, quality, and diversity of people selecting into accounting careers (Baldvinsdottir et al. However, other accounting literature suggests that accounting jobs are miserable. 2003, Chen et al.

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From Felon to Firm Owner: A Redemption Story

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But fueled by a desire to prove people wrong, Scott blocked out the noise and eventually finished his accounting degree. Soon, he was hustling for any accounting job that would take a chance on someone with his background. It took every ounce of Scott’s willpower to persist. He almost quit many times.

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Uncle Sam Wants YOU to Be His Accountant

Angry Accountants

Life working as an accountant at the IRS is no mystery -- just watch Stranger Than Fiction , and if you are interested in the job, try here: [link] But what about non-IRS jobs? Currently, there are 220 accountant jobs posted on the federal government's job website. Check 'em out here. Key Requirements: U.S.

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