Accounting, AAS

This program is designed for the student who desires to prepare for employment in the accounting function of many different types of organizations. Manufacturing, distribution, marketing and sales, governmental, and non-profit organizations all require competent accounting personnel to keep accurate records and provide analysis of the effect of management decisions on day-to-day business activities. Satisfactory completion of this curriculum will provide competence for positions in accounting.

Accounting AAS program learning outcomes

Upon completion of the program, graduates will be able to:

1. Analyze and apply U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) to record, adjust, and report complex financial transactions in accordance with professional standards.
2. Prepare, interpret, and critically analyze financial statements and related disclosures to support strategic, managerial, and external reporting decisions.
3. Evaluate and utilize accounting software, data analytics tools, and emerging technologies to improve accuracy, efficiency, compliance, and decision‑making within accounting and business systems.
4. Interpret U.S. tax regulations and prepare individual and business tax returns in compliance with current laws.
5. Apply fund accounting principles by recording and reporting financial information in accordance with Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) requirements.
6. Compute, record, and report payroll transactions while ensuring compliance with payroll laws and tax regulations, including proper retention of personnel records.
7. Evaluate professional, ethical, and legal standards and demonstrate appropriate conduct within the accounting profession.

Admission to the program: Open

See the admissions & registration page for steps to enroll.  

Department of Social & Business Sciences

2400 Tom L. Wilson Blvd.
Galesburg, IL 61401
Phone: 309.341.5427

For additional information contact:

The Welcome Center
Phone: 309.345.3500
admissions@sandburg.edu

For graduation requirements:

See the graduation policies and procedures page for details .