The primary purpose of this book is to assist the reader in evaluating whether a career in accounting is right for them and to provide a brief insight into the different options available to someone with an accounting background. Drawing from past experiences the book includes a guide to accelerate your career in the field of accounting. It examines the composition and minimum entry requirements for gaining acceptance to some of the major global accounting designations. In addition, it includes a brief evaluation of some of the different types of jobs performed by various accounting professionals along with employers’ expectations for individuals fulfilling key roles accounting.The globalization of the world economy has increased interest in internationally recognized finance designations, which serve as external validation of expertise and are routinely used in hiring and promotion decisions Biktimirov, E (2012). A career in accounting can be very rewarding and there are several possible avenues to enter the field. These include: CPA, ACCA, CA, CIA, CIFA, CIMA, CMA, CISA, CAT, RA, CFAB, CGMA. Find out which path is right for you and what you need to succeed.