Should I do finance or accounting? Which one is easier?

[Anonymous]

[Oliverlogan263]

Both finance and accounting can be great career paths! In terms of which is "easier", here are a few things to consider:

- Accounting typically involves more routine work like bookkeeping, financial reporting, tax preparation, auditing, etc. The tasks tend to be more structured with clear rules to follow.

- Finance work involves more analysis, deal-making, investment decisions, and strategic planning which can require more critical thinking skills. The work is less repetitive.

- The accounting coursework tends to be more rules-based as you learn standards, codes, and regulations. Finance classes are usually more conceptual as you study theories, models, and commercial applications.

- CPA exams for accounting are rigorous and you need significant study hours. Some find the finance exams a bit less intensive. However, earning a CFA credential is also challenging.

- Early career accounting roles may offer a bit more structured training programs versus "throwing you in" for entry finance gigs. Both can be learned on the job of course.

Overall, I'd say accounting has a slight edge in being more straightforward and systematic if you prefer a set process. But finance can be more interesting/dynamic for creative problem-solvers!

You can't go wrong with either - just pick what truly excites you most! Some people also start in one and transition between the fields later. Trust your gut and you'll succeed!

[ChronicTDS]

To say which one is easier we need to get even with reading comprehension.

Reading comprehension

[SaoirseS]

They're both about the same level of difficulty. Finance is more about fiscal projection and budgeting.

[Anonymous]

Accounting.