Accounting is the language used to communicate financial information to stakeholders. Accountants capture, summarize, present and analyze financial information to help their clients make sound decisions.<br>At Manhattan College, we believe in using our talents to give back. One of the best ways to give back to the community and gain professional experience is through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. This national, IRS-certified program provides training and certification for School of Business students each year during tax season. As a participant, you'll work with low-income Bronx residents to prepare their tax returns free of charge. The experience is rewarding and educational.<br><br>This program provides you with a base to advance to a managerial position in business or pursue a non-business path, such as law. Within accounting, you can choose to work in public, private, nonprofit, industrial, governmental or institutional accounting