Accounting has always been a fairly safe career bet. Every business—from local start-ups to multinational corporations—needs skilled accounting professionals to compete and grow.

And there are accounting jobs beyond the world of business, too. Government agencies, not-for-profit groups, educational institutions, and community organizations all hire accounting personnel.

But if you're considering starting accounting training, you need more specific information about job opportunities in this field. You need to know what demand is like for beginner, entry-level roles (versus senior accountants).