Accountant Jobs in Austin, TX

An Accountant is a vital figure in the accounting industry, responsible for preparing, analyzing, and verifying financial documents to provide accurate data for individuals and businesses. Key duties include preparing tax returns, auditing accounts, and producing financial reports, along with consulting on various aspects of business performance, such as costs, revenues, and investments. Accountants also ensure compliance with financial laws and regulations and assist in decision-making processes by providing financial information and recommendations.

Skills required for this role include strong numerical and analytical abilities, attention to detail, excellent communication, and a high level of integrity. A key requirement for becoming an Accountant is a Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field, but many employers prefer candidates with a Master's degree and/or professional certifications such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA). Before becoming an Accountant, a person may serve in roles such as Accounting Assistant, Bookkeeper, or Audit Clerk, which provide valuable hands-on experience in the field.

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Staff Cost Accountant

  • Austin, TX
  • 5 hours ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 5 hours ago

Your Impact: Assist with annual budgets, monthly forecasts, strategic planning and variance analyses within Hanger Fabrication Network (HFN) Perform monthly close activities (accruals, journal entries...

Total Reward Sr Accountant

  • Austin, TX
  • 14 hours ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 14 hours ago

an important technology brand a Accountant Sr position, to join an Hybrid team in Austin, TX....

State of TX Accountant

  • Austin, TX
  • 14 hours ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 14 hours ago

State of TX Accountant Peak Performers - 4.5 Austin, TX Job Details $26 an hour 3 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance 403(b) Qualifications Microsoft Excel Customer...

Senior Accountant - Financial Reporting & Analysis

  • Austin, TX
  • 17 hours ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 17 hours ago

Own the Close: Lead month-end close activities including journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis....

Senior Corporate Accountant

  • Austin, TX
  • 17 hours ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 17 hours ago

SENIOR CORPORATE ACCOUNTANT The Senior Accountant works under the direction of the Director of Accounting on all accounting functions of a publicly traded hospitality REIT....

Senior Revenue Accountant and Investor Relations Analyst

  • Austin, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 1 day ago

Who You Are: Bachelors degree in Accounting, or related field required. 3-5 years of progressive accounting experience, eCommerce or healthcare preferred. Public accounting experience a plus....

Senior Fixed Asset Accountant

  • Austin, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 2 days ago

entries (including but not limited to: depreciations, accruals, capitalizations of fixed assets and leases, etc.)...

Senior Accountant

  • Austin, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 2 days ago

This position will review and perform accounting tasks, including journal entries and reconciliations....

Controllership Accountant Joint Venture

  • Austin, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 2 days ago

Preferred Qualifications : Bachelors Degree in Accounting or Finance Experience with ORACLE a plus. Advanced computer skills preferred: to include Excel skills (VLOOKUP, PivotTables, IF, Macros)....

Senior Accountant

  • Round Rock, TX (22 miles from Austin, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Round Rock, TX (22 miles from Austin, TX)
  • 3 days ago

Reconciles various general ledger accounts; prepares and enters various related journal entries; prepares year-end reports for audit. Reconciles capital project funds monthly....

Accountant SSr

  • Austin, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 4 days ago

Adecco is recruiting for an important technology brand a **Accountant SSr** position, to join an Hybrid team in **Austin, TX.** Manage the close activities for Total Rewards Accounting Team, ensure...

Senior Accountant

  • Austin, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 5 days ago

responsibilities including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting Assist with tax preparation and ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards Support audit processes, both...

Total Reward Senior Accountant

  • Austin, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 5 days ago

Accountant for their Austin, TX location....

Accountant

  • Austin, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 5 days ago

Actively participate in the month-end, quarter-end and year-end closing process, sales commission calculation and deferred revenue calculation ensuring that all journal entries, accruals, and financial...

Accountant IV

  • Austin, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 6 days ago

Title : Total Reward Sr Accountant Location: Austin, TX 78727 Duration: 6 Months 35961925 Hybrid Job Description Manage the close activities for Total Rewards Accounting Team, ensure timely and accurate...

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Austin, TX

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Austin, TX offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
54.5%
Master's Degree
28.1%
Associate's Degree
6.9%
High School or GED
4.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.8%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.2%


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