Accounting is one of the most rewarding careers in business and the one that offers the most opportunities with the lowest risk. The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) describes accounting as The One Degree with 360 Degrees of Possibilities. Your accounting degree prepares you to become a successful certified public accountant (CPA), entrepreneur, chief financial officer (CFO) or chief executive officer (CEO), among a number of high-level positions in both the corporate and banking world. It is also a great background if you are preparing to work in a family business.