Job outlooks for Financial auditors and accountants

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These outlooks were updated on December 10, 2025.

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  • Newfoundland and LabradorModerate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in Newfoundland and Labrador for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
    • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

    While the number of individuals and small businesses using affordable or free software to file taxes and do bookkeeping tasks has increased, a baseline demand for more complex corporate and public sector accounting remains, which is generally proportional to overall economic activity in the province. Having a recognized credential, such as a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA), is important to employers, as well as having strong interpersonal skills and prior work experience. Workers in this occupation are concentrated in the Avalon Peninsula due to the large number of professional establishments and government offices in St. John's. Some accountants and auditors may experience a rise in demand during the federal tax filing season. However, the increase during tax season may not be as strong moving forward with the growing use of online software by income tax filers.

    Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in Newfoundland and Labrador:

    • Approximately 1,650 people work in this occupation.
    • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Accounting, tax preparation, bookkeeping and payroll services (NAICS 5412): 33%
      • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 8%
      • Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 8%
      • Other retail stores (NAICS 44-45, except 445): 5%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 94% compared to 83% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 6% compared to 17% for all occupations
    • 80% of financial auditors and accountants work all year, while 20% work only part of the year, compared to 56% and 43% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 48 weeks compared to 40 weeks for all occupations.
    • 12% of financial auditors and accountants are self-employed compared to an average of 8% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 45% compared to 51% for all occupations
      • Women: 55% compared to 49% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 11% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: less than 5% compared to 27% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 22% compared to 23% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 56% compared to 14% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 16% compared to 7% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Avalon Peninsula Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the Avalon Peninsula region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the Avalon Peninsula region:

      • Approximately 1,360 people work in this occupation.
      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 40%
        • Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 9%
        • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 9%
        • Oil and gas extraction (NAICS 211, 213): 6%

    • Notre Dame-Central-Bonavista Bay Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the South Coast - Burin Peninsula and Notre Dame - Central Bonavista Bay regions for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the South Coast - Burin Peninsula and Notre Dame - Central Bonavista Bay regions:

      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 45%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 20%
        • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 12%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 12%
        • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 12%

    • South Coast–Burin Peninsula Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the South Coast - Burin Peninsula and Notre Dame - Central Bonavista Bay regions for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the South Coast - Burin Peninsula and Notre Dame - Central Bonavista Bay regions:

      • Approximately 180 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 45%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 20%
        • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 12%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 12%
        • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 12%

    • West Coast–Northern Peninsula–Labrador Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the West Coast - Northern Peninsula - Labrador region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the West Coast - Northern Peninsula - Labrador region:

      • Approximately 150 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 41%
        • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 14%
        • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 14%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 10%
        • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 10%

  • Prince Edward IslandGood

    The employment outlook will be Good for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in Prince Edward Island for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
    • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

    Financial auditors and accountants work in nearly every industry, helping organizations manage their finances, ensure compliance, and make informed decisions. You'll find them in banks, government departments, insurance companies, and accounting firms, as well as in sectors like healthcare, education, and technology. Many professionals in this field hold a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation, which is highly valued by employers.  

    Most organizations now use accounting software, cloud-based platforms, and data analytics tools to streamline financial tasks. This shift has made remote work and outsourcing more common. While basic tax software may reduce demand for routine services, accountants with experience in financial systems, industry regulations, and digital tools are in demand.  

    The demand for workers in this occupation is influenced by economic conditions and business activity. Prince Edward Island's economy is projected to expand at a modest pace over the forecast horizon, constrained by slower population growth and ongoing trade uncertainties. Growth will be supported by strong export performance—particularly in processed foods and seafood, aerospace, pharmaceuticals, and chemicals—alongside sustained construction activity and a resilient tourism sector. Declining interest rates are expected to further support domestic spending and housing demand. However, the federal reduction in immigration targets has led to a marked decline in international arrivals, a slowdown that is anticipated to moderate consumer demand and labour force growth. Over the longer term, reduced immigration presents a key risk to the province's economic outlook. 

    Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in Prince Edward Island:

    • Approximately 600 people work in this occupation.
    • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Accounting, tax preparation, bookkeeping and payroll services (NAICS 5412): 30%
      • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 20%
      • Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 7%
      • Paper manufacturing (NAICS 322): 6%
      • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 6%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 94% compared to 84% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 6% compared to 16% for all occupations
    • 81% of financial auditors and accountants work all year, while 19% work only part of the year, compared to 59% and 41% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 47 weeks compared to 41 weeks for all occupations.
    • 14% of financial auditors and accountants are self-employed compared to an average of 13% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 50% compared to 51% for all occupations
      • Women: 50% compared to 49% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: n/a
      • high school diploma or equivalent: less than 5% compared to 28% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 17% compared to 25% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 64% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 15% compared to 8% for all occupations

  • Nova ScotiaModerate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in Nova Scotia for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
    • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

    The Halifax area provides more opportunities within this occupational category, with its strong government presence and a high number of national, regional, and local firms. Areas outside the city may have fewer opportunities, especially with larger firms, but that is likely balanced by a lower supply of experienced workers. Having a recognized credential, such as a CPA, is important to employers, as well as having strong interpersonal skills and prior work experience, particularly with large, international corporations. Non-designated accountants may have greater difficulty advancing their career into management roles. While hiring can be sporadic throughout the year and depend on budgets and major projects, opportunities do occur regularly and have been expanding. Public accounting is an area that seems to have trouble finding talent, particularly those skilled in assurance.

    Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in Nova Scotia:

    • Approximately 4,450 people work in this occupation.
    • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Accounting, tax preparation, bookkeeping and payroll services (NAICS 5412): 27%
      • Monetary Authorities - central bank and securities, commodity contracts and other intermediation and related activities (NAICS 521, 522, 523): 10%
      • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 8%
      • Construction (NAICS 23): 6%
      • Real Estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 53): 5%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 93% compared to 82% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 7% compared to 18% for all occupations
    • 82% of financial auditors and accountants work all year, while 18% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 48 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
    • 13% of financial auditors and accountants are self-employed compared to an average of 11% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 46% compared to 51% for all occupations
      • Women: 54% compared to 49% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 10% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: less than 5% compared to 27% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 12% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 11% compared to 22% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 62% compared to 20% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 22% compared to 10% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Annapolis Valley Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the Annapolis Valley region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the Annapolis Valley region:

      • Approximately 310 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 38%
        • Finance, insurance and real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 10%
        • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 9%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 9%
        • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 7%

    • Cape Breton Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the Cape Breton region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the Cape Breton region:

      • Approximately 260 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 33%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 22%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 17%
        • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 8%
        • Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 8%

    • Halifax Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the Halifax region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the Halifax region:

      • Approximately 3,120 people work in this occupation.
      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 31%
        • Finance, insurance and real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 21%
        • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 10%

    • North Shore Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the North Shore region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the North Shore region:

      • Approximately 400 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 33%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 25%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 7%
        • Finance, insurance and real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 7%
        • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 6%

    • Southern Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the Southern region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the Southern region:

      • Approximately 280 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 65%
        • Nursing and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 6%
        • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 6%
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 5%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 5%

  • New BrunswickModerate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in New Brunswick for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
    • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
    • In addition to working at accounting firms, financial auditors and accountants are employed throughout the economy, as they possess skills that are necessary for the functioning of any business, government or not-for-profit entity. As such, demand for these skills is expected to grow in line with population and economic growth. However, new online accounting software may temper overall job growth.
    • Increased application of technology, such as artificial intelligence and automation of routine tasks, may change the role of accountants and auditors going forward. 
    • Knowledge of tax laws and regulations, as well as analytical and communication skills will enhance job prospects.  
    • In order to work in this field, a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation is required.
    • Prospects are greater in the province's larger urban centres (Fredericton, Moncton and Saint John), where greater concentrations of business services already exist.

    Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in New Brunswick:

    • Approximately 3,050 people work in this occupation.
    • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Accounting, tax preparation, bookkeeping and payroll services (NAICS 5412): 28%
      • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 12%
      • Monetary Authorities - central bank and securities, commodity contracts and other intermediation and related activities (NAICS 521, 522, 523): 6%
      • Other retail stores (NAICS 44-45, except 445): 5%
      • Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 5%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 93% compared to 84% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 7% compared to 16% for all occupations
    • 81% of financial auditors and accountants work all year, while 19% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 47 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
    • 14% of financial auditors and accountants are self-employed compared to an average of 10% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 47% compared to 52% for all occupations
      • Women: 53% compared to 48% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 11% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: less than 5% compared to 30% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 12% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 20% compared to 23% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 55% compared to 16% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 18% compared to 7% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Campbellton–Miramichi Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the Campbellton - Miramichi region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the Campbellton - Miramichi region:

      • Approximately 290 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 26%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 18%
        • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 15%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities (NAICS 623): 11%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 7%

    • Edmundston–Woodstock Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the Edmundston - Woodstock region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the Edmundston - Woodstock region:

      • Approximately 250 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 51%
        • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 10%
        • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 10%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 8%
        • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 6%

    • Fredericton–Oromocto Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the Fredericton - Oromocto region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the Fredericton - Oromocto region:

      • Approximately 580 people work in this occupation.
      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 33%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 24%
        • Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 17%
        • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 8%
        • Utilities (NAICS 22): 6%

    • Moncton–Richibucto Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the Moncton - Richibucto region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the Moncton - Richibucto region:

      • Approximately 810 people work in this occupation.
      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 37%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 14%
        • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 13%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 9%

    • Saint John–St. Stephen Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the Saint John - St. Stephen region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the Saint John - St. Stephen region:

      • Approximately 1,020 people work in this occupation.
      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 39%
        • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 14%
        • Petroleum and coal product manufacturing (NAICS 324): 7%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 6%
        • Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 5%

  • QuebecLimited

    The employment outlook will be Limited for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in Quebec for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
    • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

    The employment outlook for this occupational group depends primarily on the demand for accounting services. In addition, the ongoing need for accounting, to increase investments and track cash flow should create jobs for these professionals.

    Rapid changes in accounting standards involve frequent updates to new rules. Moreover, the increasing number of these standards is making it more difficult for companies to manage them, which supports this profession.

    However, the growing number of individuals and businesses that use online accounting software could limit the employment outlook for this group.

    Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in Quebec:

    • Approximately 48,400 people work in this occupation.
    • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Accounting, tax preparation, bookkeeping and payroll services (NAICS 5412): 36%
      • Finance, insurance, real estate and leasing (NAICS 52, 53): 10%
      • Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 7%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 90% compared to 82% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 10% compared to 18% for all occupations
    • 77% of financial auditors and accountants work all year, while 23% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 46 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
    • 19% of financial auditors and accountants are self-employed compared to an average of 12% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 41% compared to 52% for all occupations
      • Women: 59% compared to 48% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 12% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: less than 5% compared to 19% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 19% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 17% compared to 22% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 40% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 34% compared to 11% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Abitibi-Témiscamingue Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the Abitibi - Témiscamingue region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      The employment outlook for this occupational group depends primarily on the demand for accounting services. In addition, the ongoing need for accounting, to increase investments and track cash flow should create jobs for these professionals.

      Rapid changes in accounting standards involve frequent updates to new rules. Moreover, the increasing number of these standards is making it more difficult for companies to manage them, which supports this profession.

      However, the growing number of individuals and businesses that use online accounting software could limit the employment outlook for this group.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the Abitibi - Témiscamingue region:

      • Approximately 740 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 52%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 13%
        • Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 11%

    • Bas-Saint-Laurent Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the Bas-Saint-Laurent region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      The employment outlook for this occupational group depends primarily on the demand for accounting services. In addition, the ongoing need for accounting, to increase investments and track cash flow should create jobs for these professionals.

      Rapid changes in accounting standards involve frequent updates to new rules. Moreover, the increasing number of these standards is making it more difficult for companies to manage them, which supports this profession.

      However, the growing number of individuals and businesses that use online accounting software could limit the employment outlook for this group.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the Bas-Saint-Laurent region:

      • Approximately 670 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 40%
        • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 13%
        • Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 12%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 7%

    • Capitale-Nationale Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the Capitale-Nationale region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      The employment outlook for this occupational group depends primarily on the demand for accounting services. In addition, the ongoing need for accounting, to increase investments and track cash flow should create jobs for these professionals.

      Rapid changes in accounting standards involve frequent updates to new rules. Moreover, the increasing number of these standards is making it more difficult for companies to manage them, which supports this profession.

      However, the growing number of individuals and businesses that use online accounting software could limit the employment outlook for this group.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the Capitale-Nationale region:

      • Approximately 4,320 people work in this occupation.
      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 41%
        • Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 21%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 11%

    • Centre-du-Québec Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the Centre-du-Québec region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      The employment outlook for this occupational group depends primarily on the demand for accounting services. In addition, the ongoing need for accounting, to increase investments and track cash flow should create jobs for these professionals.

      Rapid changes in accounting standards involve frequent updates to new rules. Moreover, the increasing number of these standards is making it more difficult for companies to manage them, which supports this profession.

      However, the growing number of individuals and businesses that use online accounting software could limit the employment outlook for this group.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the Centre-du-Québec region:

      • Approximately 1,000 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 32%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 11%
        • Paper manufacturing (NAICS 322): 7%
        • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 6%
        • Miscellaneous manufacturing (NAICS 339): 6%

    • Chaudière-Appalaches Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the Chaudière - Appalaches region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      The employment outlook for this occupational group depends primarily on the demand for accounting services. In addition, the ongoing need for accounting, to increase investments and track cash flow should create jobs for these professionals.

      Rapid changes in accounting standards involve frequent updates to new rules. Moreover, the increasing number of these standards is making it more difficult for companies to manage them, which supports this profession.

      However, the growing number of individuals and businesses that use online accounting software could limit the employment outlook for this group.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the Chaudière - Appalaches region:

      • Approximately 1,600 people work in this occupation.
      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 46%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 11%
        • Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 10%

    • Côte-Nord Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec regions for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      The employment outlook for this occupational group depends primarily on the demand for accounting services. In addition, the ongoing need for accounting, to increase investments and track cash flow should create jobs for these professionals.

      Rapid changes in accounting standards involve frequent updates to new rules. Moreover, the increasing number of these standards is making it more difficult for companies to manage them, which supports this profession.

      However, the growing number of individuals and businesses that use online accounting software could limit the employment outlook for this group.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec regions:

      • Approximately 370 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 33%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 12%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 10%
        • Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction (NAICS 21): 10%
        • Utilities (NAICS 22): 6%

    • Estrie Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the Estrie region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      The employment outlook for this occupational group depends primarily on the demand for accounting services. In addition, the ongoing need for accounting, to increase investments and track cash flow should create jobs for these professionals.

      Rapid changes in accounting standards involve frequent updates to new rules. Moreover, the increasing number of these standards is making it more difficult for companies to manage them, which supports this profession.

      However, the growing number of individuals and businesses that use online accounting software could limit the employment outlook for this group.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the Estrie region:

      • Approximately 1,500 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 48%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 9%
        • Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 7%

    • Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the Gaspésie - Îles-de-la-Madeleine region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      The employment outlook for this occupational group depends primarily on the demand for accounting services. In addition, the ongoing need for accounting, to increase investments and track cash flow should create jobs for these professionals.

      Rapid changes in accounting standards involve frequent updates to new rules. Moreover, the increasing number of these standards is making it more difficult for companies to manage them, which supports this profession.

      However, the growing number of individuals and businesses that use online accounting software could limit the employment outlook for this group.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the Gaspésie - Îles-de-la-Madeleine region:

      • Approximately 230 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 62%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 8%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 7%
        • Local, municipal, regional, aboriginal and other public administration (NAICS 913-919): 7%
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 7%

    • Lanaudière Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the Lanaudière region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      The employment outlook for this occupational group depends primarily on the demand for accounting services. In addition, the ongoing need for accounting, to increase investments and track cash flow should create jobs for these professionals.

      Rapid changes in accounting standards involve frequent updates to new rules. Moreover, the increasing number of these standards is making it more difficult for companies to manage them, which supports this profession.

      However, the growing number of individuals and businesses that use online accounting software could limit the employment outlook for this group.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the Lanaudière region:

      • Approximately 2,170 people work in this occupation.
      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 49%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 8%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 6%

    • Laurentides Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the Laurentides region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      The employment outlook for this occupational group depends primarily on the demand for accounting services. In addition, the ongoing need for accounting, to increase investments and track cash flow should create jobs for these professionals.

      Rapid changes in accounting standards involve frequent updates to new rules. Moreover, the increasing number of these standards is making it more difficult for companies to manage them, which supports this profession.

      However, the growing number of individuals and businesses that use online accounting software could limit the employment outlook for this group.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the Laurentides region:

      • Approximately 2,570 people work in this occupation.
      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 42%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 9%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 8%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 6%
        • Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 6%

    • Laval Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the census metropolitan area of Montréal, including the Laval region, for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      The employment outlook for this occupational group depends primarily on the demand for accounting services. In addition, the ongoing need for accounting, to increase investments and track cash flow should create jobs for these professionals.

      Rapid changes in accounting standards involve frequent updates to new rules. Moreover, the increasing number of these standards is making it more difficult for companies to manage them, which supports this profession.

      However, the growing number of individuals and businesses that use online accounting software could limit the employment outlook for this group.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the census metropolitan area of Montréal, including the Laval region,:

      • Approximately 27,940 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.

    • Mauricie Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the Mauricie region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      The employment outlook for this occupational group depends primarily on the demand for accounting services. In addition, the ongoing need for accounting, to increase investments and track cash flow should create jobs for these professionals.

      Rapid changes in accounting standards involve frequent updates to new rules. Moreover, the increasing number of these standards is making it more difficult for companies to manage them, which supports this profession.

      However, the growing number of individuals and businesses that use online accounting software could limit the employment outlook for this group.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the Mauricie region:

      • Approximately 870 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 49%
        • Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 12%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 8%

    • Montréal Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the census metropolitan area of Montréal for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      The employment outlook for this occupational group depends primarily on the demand for accounting services. In addition, the ongoing need for accounting, to increase investments and track cash flow should create jobs for these professionals.

      Rapid changes in accounting standards involve frequent updates to new rules. Moreover, the increasing number of these standards is making it more difficult for companies to manage them, which supports this profession.

      However, the growing number of individuals and businesses that use online accounting software could limit the employment outlook for this group.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the census metropolitan area of Montréal:

      • Approximately 27,940 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.

    • Montérégie Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the Montérégie region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      The employment outlook for this occupational group depends primarily on the demand for accounting services. In addition, the ongoing need for accounting, to increase investments and track cash flow should create jobs for these professionals.

      Rapid changes in accounting standards involve frequent updates to new rules. Moreover, the increasing number of these standards is making it more difficult for companies to manage them, which supports this profession.

      However, the growing number of individuals and businesses that use online accounting software could limit the employment outlook for this group.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the Montérégie region:

      • Approximately 8,800 people work in this occupation.
      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 43%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 13%
        • Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 5%

    • Nord-du-Québec Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec regions for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      The employment outlook for this occupational group depends primarily on the demand for accounting services. In addition, the ongoing need for accounting, to increase investments and track cash flow should create jobs for these professionals.

      Rapid changes in accounting standards involve frequent updates to new rules. Moreover, the increasing number of these standards is making it more difficult for companies to manage them, which supports this profession.

      However, the growing number of individuals and businesses that use online accounting software could limit the employment outlook for this group.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec regions:

      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 33%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 12%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 10%
        • Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction (NAICS 21): 10%
        • Utilities (NAICS 22): 6%

    • Outaouais Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the Outaouais region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of a few positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      The employment outlook for this occupational group depends primarily on the demand for accounting services. In addition, the ongoing need for accounting, to increase investments and track cash flow should create jobs for these professionals.

      Rapid changes in accounting standards involve frequent updates to new rules. Moreover, the increasing number of these standards is making it more difficult for companies to manage them, which supports this profession.

      However, the growing number of individuals and businesses that use online accounting software could limit the employment outlook for this group.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the Outaouais region:

      • Approximately 2,070 people work in this occupation.
      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 35%
        • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 34%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 5%

    • Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the Saguenay - Lac-Saint-Jean region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      The employment outlook for this occupational group depends primarily on the demand for accounting services. In addition, the ongoing need for accounting, to increase investments and track cash flow should create jobs for these professionals.

      Rapid changes in accounting standards involve frequent updates to new rules. Moreover, the increasing number of these standards is making it more difficult for companies to manage them, which supports this profession.

      However, the growing number of individuals and businesses that use online accounting software could limit the employment outlook for this group.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the Saguenay - Lac-Saint-Jean region:

      • Approximately 1,180 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 44%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 8%
        • Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 8%
        • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 5%

  • OntarioModerate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in Ontario for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
    • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

    What Types of Employers Are Out There?

    • Employed in all major industry categories, with the leading share in accounting, tax preparation, bookkeeping and payroll services
    • Finance and insurance companies such as banks 

    What are the Main Trends Affecting Employment?

    • Ongoing need for accounting and auditing services across businesses and departments should lead to relatively stable job prospects
    • Need for financial decision making and regulatory oversight
    • Increased demand during the federal tax-filing season, though the availability of online accounting software may temper overall work 

    What Skills Do I Need to Succeed?

    • In addition to formal education in accounting or a related discipline, there are several professional designations associated with this occupational group
    • Chartered Professional Accountants of Ontario is the regulatory body for Chartered Professional Accountants (CPAs).

    Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in Ontario:

    • Approximately 106,500 people work in this occupation.
    • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Accounting, tax preparation, bookkeeping and payroll services (NAICS 5412): 35%
      • Monetary Authorities - central bank and securities, commodity contracts and other intermediation and related activities (NAICS 521, 522, 523): 10%
      • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 6%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 93% compared to 81% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 7% compared to 19% for all occupations
    • 79% of financial auditors and accountants work all year, while 21% work only part of the year, compared to 63% and 37% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 47 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
    • 16% of financial auditors and accountants are self-employed compared to an average of 15% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 47% compared to 52% for all occupations
      • Women: 53% compared to 48% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 9% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: less than 5% compared to 25% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 8% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 14% compared to 22% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 55% compared to 24% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 27% compared to 13% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Hamilton–Niagara Peninsula Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the Hamilton - Niagara Peninsula region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the Hamilton - Niagara Peninsula region:

      • Approximately 7,400 people work in this occupation.
      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 44%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 12%

    • Kingston–Pembroke Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the Kingston - Pembroke region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the Kingston - Pembroke region:

      • Approximately 1,060 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 57%
        • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 9%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 6%
        • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 6%

    • Kitchener–Waterloo–Barrie Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the Kitchener - Waterloo - Barrie region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the Kitchener - Waterloo - Barrie region:

      • Approximately 7,380 people work in this occupation.
      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 44%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 10%

    • London Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the London region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the London region:

      • Approximately 2,760 people work in this occupation.
      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 51%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 11%

    • Muskoka–Kawarthas Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the Muskoka - Kawarthas region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the Muskoka - Kawarthas region:

      • Approximately 1,030 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 52%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 12%

    • Northeast Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the Northeast region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the Northeast region:

      • Approximately 2,380 people work in this occupation.
      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 44%
        • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 11%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 7%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 7%

    • Northwest Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the Northwest region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the Northwest region:

      • Approximately 620 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 48%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 7%
        • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 7%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 5%
        • Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 5%

    • Ottawa Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the Ottawa region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the Ottawa region:

      • Approximately 9,700 people work in this occupation.
      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 38%
        • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 26%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 9%

    • Stratford–Bruce Peninsula Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the Stratford - Bruce Peninsula region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the Stratford - Bruce Peninsula region:

      • Approximately 840 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 52%
        • Chemical manufacturing (NAICS 325): 6%

    • Toronto Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the Toronto region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the Toronto region:

      • Approximately 70,250 people work in this occupation.
      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 44%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 19%

    • Windsor-Sarnia Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the Windsor - Sarnia region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the Windsor - Sarnia region:

      • Approximately 2,720 people work in this occupation.
      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 45%
        • Motor vehicle, body, trailer and parts manufacturing (NAICS 3361-3363): 8%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 7%
        • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 5%
        • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 5%

  • ManitobaGood

    The employment outlook will be Good for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in Manitoba for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
    • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
    • Demand for this occupation is driven by business need for financial oversight, compliance with new and complex regulations, and financial analysis to improve profitability and efficiency.
    • Key trends for this occupation include Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) that creates new content from existing data, which may transform workflow and services for this occupation.
    • Jobs are concentrated in the Winnipeg and Interlake regions, but job prospects are the strongest in South and North Central regions, as well as in Parklands and North regions.

    Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in Manitoba:

    • Approximately 6,650 people work in this occupation.
    • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Accounting, tax preparation, bookkeeping and payroll services (NAICS 5412): 36%
      • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 6%
      • Monetary Authorities - central bank and securities, commodity contracts and other intermediation and related activities (NAICS 521, 522, 523): 5%
      • Insurance Carriers and related activities (NAICS 524, 526): 5%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 94% compared to 81% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 6% compared to 19% for all occupations
    • 83% of financial auditors and accountants work all year, while 17% work only part of the year, compared to 65% and 35% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 48 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
    • 15% of financial auditors and accountants are self-employed compared to an average of 12% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 51% compared to 53% for all occupations
      • Women: 49% compared to 47% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 12% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: less than 5% compared to 31% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 12% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 18% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 56% compared to 20% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 20% compared to 8% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Interlake Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the Interlake region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • Demand for this occupation is driven by business need for financial oversight, compliance with new and complex regulations, and financial analysis to improve profitability and efficiency.
      • Key trends for this occupation include Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) that creates new content from existing data, which may transform workflow and services for this occupation.
      • Jobs are concentrated in the Winnipeg and Interlake regions, but job prospects are the strongest in South and North Central regions, as well as in Parklands and North regions.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the Interlake region:

      • Approximately 450 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 23%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 18%
        • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 11%
        • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 8%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 7%

    • North Central Region Very good

      The employment outlook will be Very good for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the North Central region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • Demand for this occupation is driven by business need for financial oversight, compliance with new and complex regulations, and financial analysis to improve profitability and efficiency.
      • Key trends for this occupation include Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) that creates new content from existing data, which may transform workflow and services for this occupation.
      • Jobs are concentrated in the Winnipeg and Interlake regions, but job prospects are the strongest in South and North Central regions, as well as in Parklands and North regions.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the North Central region:

      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 55%
        • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 14%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 10%

    • North Region Very good

      The employment outlook will be Very good for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the North region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • Demand for this occupation is driven by business need for financial oversight, compliance with new and complex regulations, and financial analysis to improve profitability and efficiency.
      • Key trends for this occupation include Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) that creates new content from existing data, which may transform workflow and services for this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the North region:

      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 74%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 11%

    • Parklands Region Very good

      The employment outlook will be Very good for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the Parklands region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • Demand for this occupation is driven by business need for financial oversight, compliance with new and complex regulations, and financial analysis to improve profitability and efficiency.
      • Key trends for this occupation include Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) that creates new content from existing data, which may transform workflow and services for this occupation.
      • Jobs are concentrated in the Winnipeg and Interlake regions, but job prospects are the strongest in South and North Central regions, as well as in Parklands and North regions.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the Parklands region:

      • Approximately 180 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 74%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 11%

    • South Central Region Very good

      The employment outlook will be Very good for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the South Central region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • Demand for this occupation is driven by business need for financial oversight, compliance with new and complex regulations, and financial analysis to improve profitability and efficiency.
      • Key trends for this occupation include Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) that creates new content from existing data, which may transform workflow and services for this occupation.
      • Jobs are concentrated in the Winnipeg and Interlake regions, but job prospects are the strongest in South and North Central regions, as well as in Parklands and North regions.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the South Central region:

      • Approximately 280 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 55%
        • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 14%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 10%

    • Southeast Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the Southeast region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • Demand for this occupation is driven by business need for financial oversight, compliance with new and complex regulations, and financial analysis to improve profitability and efficiency.
      • Key trends for this occupation include Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) that creates new content from existing data, which may transform workflow and services for this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the Southeast region:

      • Approximately 380 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 36%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 16%
        • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 9%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 5%

    • Southwest Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the Southwest region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • Demand for this occupation is driven by business need for financial oversight, compliance with new and complex regulations, and financial analysis to improve profitability and efficiency.
      • Key trends for this occupation include Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) that creates new content from existing data, which may transform workflow and services for this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the Southwest region:

      • Approximately 360 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 64%

    • Winnipeg Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the Winnipeg region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • Demand for this occupation is driven by business need for financial oversight, compliance with new and complex regulations, and financial analysis to improve profitability and efficiency.
      • Key trends for this occupation include Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) that creates new content from existing data, which may transform workflow and services for this occupation.
      • Jobs are concentrated in the Winnipeg and Interlake regions, but job prospects are the strongest in South and North Central regions, as well as in Parklands and North regions.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the Winnipeg region:

      • Approximately 5,200 people work in this occupation.
      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 34%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 17%
        • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 7%

  • SaskatchewanModerate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in Saskatchewan for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
    • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
    • Base services such as accounting and auditing are tied to general economic conditions and business cycle in the province. 
    • Job prospects may be limited by weak economic growth expected in 2025 but are likely to improve with stronger growth projected for 2026 and 2027.
    • Generative AI-powered market intelligence solutions that deliver real time valuable insights for timely business decision making may impact jobs in the short to medium term in way that is quite uncertain and early to tell. 
    • Recent research shows more than half of employees in Business and Finance are in jobs that have high exposure but low complementarity-to-AI. 

    Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in Saskatchewan:

    • Approximately 5,100 people work in this occupation.
    • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Accounting, tax preparation, bookkeeping and payroll services (NAICS 5412): 44%
      • Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 5%
      • Other retail stores (NAICS 44-45, except 445): 5%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 91% compared to 81% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 9% compared to 19% for all occupations
    • 80% of financial auditors and accountants work all year, while 20% work only part of the year, compared to 65% and 35% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 47 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
    • 16% of financial auditors and accountants are self-employed compared to an average of 16% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 42% compared to 53% for all occupations
      • Women: 57% compared to 47% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 11% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: less than 5% compared to 33% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 15% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 17% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 59% compared to 18% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 18% compared to 7% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Northern Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the Northern region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the Northern region:

      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 55%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 19%
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 9%

    • Prince Albert Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the Prince Albert region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the Prince Albert region:

      • Approximately 440 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 55%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 19%
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 9%

    • Regina–Moose Mountain Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the Regina - Moose Mountain region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the Regina - Moose Mountain region:

      • Approximately 1,560 people work in this occupation.
      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 43%
        • Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 11%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 11%
        • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 5%

    • Saskatoon–Biggar Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the Saskatoon - Biggar region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the Saskatoon - Biggar region:

      • Approximately 2,630 people work in this occupation.
      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 48%
        • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 7%
        • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 6%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 6%

    • Swift Current–Moose Jaw Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the Swift Current - Moose Jaw region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the Swift Current - Moose Jaw region:

      • Approximately 270 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 57%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 9%
        • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 8%
        • Educational services (NAICS 61): 7%
        • Local, municipal, regional, aboriginal and other public administration (NAICS 913-919): 6%

    • Yorkton–Melville Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the Yorkton - Melville region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the Yorkton - Melville region:

      • Approximately 130 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 66%
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 13%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 12%
        • Local, municipal, regional, aboriginal and other public administration (NAICS 913-919): 9%

  • AlbertaModerate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in Alberta for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
    • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
    • Digital financial services and AI tools may put pressure on employee skill requirements.
    • While Alberta's population growth should improve the demand for this occupation, employment opportunities remain sensitive to economic conditions within the province.
    • Key trends for this occupation include artificial intelligence and robo-advising and an aging client population that seeks income rather than risk and accumulation.

    Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in Alberta:

    • Approximately 32,450 people work in this occupation.
    • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Accounting, tax preparation, bookkeeping and payroll services (NAICS 5412): 32%
      • Oil and gas extraction (NAICS 211): 11%
      • Construction (NAICS 23): 6%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 92% compared to 80% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 8% compared to 20% for all occupations
    • 79% of financial auditors and accountants work all year, while 21% work only part of the year, compared to 61% and 39% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 47 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
    • 16% of financial auditors and accountants are self-employed compared to an average of 15% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 43% compared to 53% for all occupations
      • Women: 56% compared to 47% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 10% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: less than 5% compared to 28% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 13% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 16% compared to 19% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 60% compared to 21% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 19% compared to 9% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Athabasca–Grande Prairie–Peace River Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the Athabasca - Grande Prairie - Peace River region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • Digital financial services and AI tools may put pressure on employee skill requirements.
      • While Alberta's population growth should improve the demand for this occupation, employment opportunities remain sensitive to economic conditions within the province.
      • Key trends for this occupation include artificial intelligence and robo-advising and an aging client population that seeks income rather than risk and accumulation.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the Athabasca - Grande Prairie - Peace River region:

      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 52%
        • Oil and gas extraction (NAICS 211, 213): 7%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 6%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 5%

    • Banff–Jasper–Rocky Mountain House Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the Banff - Jasper - Rocky Mountain House region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • Digital financial services and AI tools may put pressure on employee skill requirements.
      • While Alberta's population growth should improve the demand for this occupation, employment opportunities remain sensitive to economic conditions within the province.
      • Key trends for this occupation include artificial intelligence and robo-advising and an aging client population that seeks income rather than risk and accumulation.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the Banff - Jasper - Rocky Mountain House region:

      • Approximately 880 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 52%
        • Oil and gas extraction (NAICS 211, 213): 7%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 6%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 5%

    • Calgary Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the Calgary region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • Digital financial services and AI tools may put pressure on employee skill requirements.
      • While Alberta's population growth should improve the demand for this occupation, employment opportunities remain sensitive to economic conditions within the province.
      • Key trends for this occupation include artificial intelligence and robo-advising and an aging client population that seeks income rather than risk and accumulation.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the Calgary region:

      • Approximately 19,630 people work in this occupation.
      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 43%
        • Oil and gas extraction (NAICS 211, 213): 15%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 7%

    • Camrose–Drumheller Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the Camrose - Drumheller region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • Digital financial services and AI tools may put pressure on employee skill requirements.
      • While Alberta's population growth should improve the demand for this occupation, employment opportunities remain sensitive to economic conditions within the province.
      • Key trends for this occupation include artificial intelligence and robo-advising and an aging client population that seeks income rather than risk and accumulation.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the Camrose - Drumheller region:

      • Approximately 520 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 52%
        • Local, municipal, regional, aboriginal and other public administration (NAICS 913-919): 10%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 8%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 5%

    • Edmonton Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the Edmonton region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • Digital financial services and AI tools may put pressure on employee skill requirements.
      • While Alberta's population growth should improve the demand for this occupation, employment opportunities remain sensitive to economic conditions within the province.
      • Key trends for this occupation include artificial intelligence and robo-advising and an aging client population that seeks income rather than risk and accumulation.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the Edmonton region:

      • Approximately 9,410 people work in this occupation.
      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 42%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 8%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 7%
        • Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 5%

    • Lethbridge–Medicine Hat Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the Lethbridge - Medicine Hat region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • Digital financial services and AI tools may put pressure on employee skill requirements.
      • While Alberta's population growth should improve the demand for this occupation, employment opportunities remain sensitive to economic conditions within the province.
      • Key trends for this occupation include artificial intelligence and robo-advising and an aging client population that seeks income rather than risk and accumulation.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the Lethbridge - Medicine Hat region:

      • Approximately 870 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 56%
        • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 6%
        • Educational services (NAICS 61): 5%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 5%

    • Red Deer Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the Red Deer region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • Digital financial services and AI tools may put pressure on employee skill requirements.
      • While Alberta's population growth should improve the demand for this occupation, employment opportunities remain sensitive to economic conditions within the province.
      • Key trends for this occupation include artificial intelligence and robo-advising and an aging client population that seeks income rather than risk and accumulation.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the Red Deer region:

      • Approximately 660 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 44%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 7%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 6%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 5%
        • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 5%

    • Wood Buffalo–Cold Lake Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the Wood Buffalo - Cold Lake region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • Digital financial services and AI tools may put pressure on employee skill requirements.
      • While Alberta's population growth should improve the demand for this occupation, employment opportunities remain sensitive to economic conditions within the province.
      • Key trends for this occupation include artificial intelligence and robo-advising and an aging client population that seeks income rather than risk and accumulation.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the Wood Buffalo - Cold Lake region:

      • Approximately 310 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 39%
        • Oil and gas extraction (NAICS 211, 213): 13%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 10%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 8%
        • Local, municipal, regional, aboriginal and other public administration (NAICS 913-919): 7%

  • British ColumbiaModerate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in British Columbia for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
    • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

    Financial auditors and accountants have flexible career options, including employment with private sector accounting and auditing firms, public sector accounting and auditing departments, or pursuing self-employment to provide their services independently. 

    Advancements in AI and online tax software may influence the demand for accounting services.

    Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in British Columbia:

    • Approximately 36,450 people work in this occupation.
    • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Accounting, tax preparation, bookkeeping and payroll services (NAICS 5412): 41%
      • Real Estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 53): 6%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 91% compared to 78% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 9% compared to 22% for all occupations
    • 78% of financial auditors and accountants work all year, while 22% work only part of the year, compared to 61% and 39% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 47 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
    • 17% of financial auditors and accountants are self-employed compared to an average of 17% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 44% compared to 52% for all occupations
      • Women: 56% compared to 48% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 8% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: less than 5% compared to 28% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 13% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 14% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 59% compared to 22% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 23% compared to 12% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Cariboo Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the Cariboo region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the Cariboo region:

      • Approximately 420 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 28%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 10%
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 10%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 8%
        • Wood product manufacturing (NAICS 321): 7%

    • Kootenay Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the Kootenay region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the Kootenay region:

      • Approximately 420 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 38%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 13%
        • Mining and quarrying (NAICS 212): 8%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 8%
        • Local, municipal, regional, aboriginal and other public administration (NAICS 913-919): 7%

    • Lower Mainland–Southwest Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region:

      • Approximately 28,280 people work in this occupation.
      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 47%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 12%

    • Nechako Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the Nechako region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the Nechako region:

      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 59%
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 8%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 7%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 7%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 6%

    • North Coast Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the North Coast region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the North Coast region:

      • Approximately 210 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 59%
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 8%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 7%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 7%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 6%

    • Thompson–Okanagan Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the Thompson - Okanagan region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the Thompson - Okanagan region:

      • Approximately 2,580 people work in this occupation.
      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 54%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 6%

    • Vancouver Island and Coast Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in the Vancouver Island and Coast region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in the Vancouver Island and Coast region:

      • Approximately 4,360 people work in this occupation.
      • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 49%
        • Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 13%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 7%
        • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 5%

  • Yukon TerritoryModerate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in Yukon for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
    • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
    • Financial auditors and accountants are employed in nearly all industries in the Yukon.

    Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in Yukon:

    • Approximately 100 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Public Administration and Defence (NAICS 91): 39%
      • Other Commercial Services (NAICS 54-56, 81): 30%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 88% compared to 84% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 13% compared to 16% for all occupations
    • 88% of financial auditors and accountants work all year, while 13% work only part of the year, compared to 65% and 35% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 50 weeks compared to 44 weeks for all occupations.
    • 32% of financial auditors and accountants are self-employed compared to an average of 14% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 40% compared to 49% for all occupations
      • Women: 60% compared to 51% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: n/a
      • high school diploma or equivalent: n/a
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 15% compared to 20% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 25% compared to 19% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 50% compared to 11% for all occupations

  • Northwest TerritoriesModerate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for financial auditors and accountants (NOC 11100) in Northwest Territories for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
    • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
    • Financial auditors and accountants are employed in nearly all industries in the Northwest Territories.

    Here are some key facts about financial auditors and accountants in Northwest Territories:

    • Approximately 100 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Financial auditors and accountants mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Public Administration and Defence (NAICS 91): 39%
      • Other Commercial Services (NAICS 54-56, 81): 30%
    • 90% of financial auditors and accountants work all year, while 10% work only part of the year, compared to 71% and 28% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 49 weeks compared to 44 weeks for all occupations.
    • 16% of financial auditors and accountants are self-employed compared to an average of 7% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 48% compared to 52% for all occupations
      • Women: 52% compared to 48% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: n/a
      • high school diploma or equivalent: n/a
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 35% compared to 18% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 48% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 17% compared to 9% for all occupations

  • NunavutUndetermined

    An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

Related links

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