To be honest, I chose accounting because I heard that it was easy to find a job. I had a hard time looking for job after graduate. What people should know is: the entry-level job market is really competitive now. More and more people graduate with accounting degree, while most of the date-entry duties could be performed by someone without University/College background. There are too many "accountants", and almost every new immigrant want to do some clerical work.
So you have to think carefully before making final decision.
However, I still believe that it is relatively easier to enter accounting industry comparing to many other professions, although the salary rate is definitely below the average.