Accounting

Career Outlook

Accounting careers are always in demand. Financial records tell us how businesses are doing. Accountants help companies stay organized and follow the rules by recording financial transactions. Our program will help you get a job where you can manage money. You will learn how to do this for businesses, government agencies, or non-profits. You'll also learn skills that can help you start and run your own business!

A degree in accounting can help you land a business career. Graduates of this program work at banks, loan companies, public accounting firms, and more. You can even work in a family business or start your own.

Curious about career pathways in this field? Check out Career Coach to learn more about industry job growth, education requirements, earning potential, and more. 

Where Our Graduates Work

Some of the regional employers who have hired FLCC graduates include:

• Constellation Brands
• Crossman's
• Mengel, Metzger, and Barr
• Paychex
• Petrella Phillips LLP
• Victor Excavating

Smooth Transfer to a Four-Year College

If you're considering a bachelor’s degree after FLCC, our academic advisors will help you connect with four-year schools and explore transfer options. We'll assist you in selecting courses that efficiently meet the requirements for both FLCC and your future college.

• Joint Admissions Agreements: These allow first-year students to gain admission to both FLCC and participating four-year schools at the same time. Gain peace of mind knowing your next step is set while you complete your associate degree with us.
• Transfer Articulation Agreements: These partnerships ensure your credits from FLCC will transfer directly and seamlessly to a partner four-year school. You can enter a bachelor’s program with full junior standing, saving you time and money.

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Where Our Students Transfer

Many students in our Accounting program go on to complete a four-year degree at colleges such as:

• Keuka College
• Nazareth College
• Rochester Institute of Technology
• St. John Fisher University
• SUNY Buffalo
• SUNY Empire State College
• SUNY Geneseo
• SUNY Oswego

Real-World Experience with Local Internships

Our accounting program helps you learn by doing. You'll get 135 hours of practice with real businesses like Wegman's and Petrella Phillips LLP. Gain experience with taxes, payroll, and receiving. This way, you can build a network to help you find a career in the future.

You'll also be able to take part in valuable community service work. Help low-income families file their taxes for free with the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program.

Sample Courses

Visit our academic catalog for a complete listing of program requirements, including prerequisites, general education requirements, electives, and a sample schedule.

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Sample core courses you'll take in this program include:

• ACC 101 - Principles of Financial Accounting
• ACC 102 - Principles of Managerial Accounting
• ACC 201 - Intermediate Accounting I
• ACC 207 - Income Tax Accounting
• ACC 210 - Computer Applications in Accounting
• ACC 212 - Acct. for Gov. & Not-For-Profit Agencies
• BUS 120 - Introduction to Business
• BUS 123 - Business Communications
• BUS 222 - Marketing
• BUS 227 - Business Law
• BUS 250 - Business Internship