Accountant Jobs in Waltham, MA

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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Accountant (Hybrid)

They’re seeking an Accountant to support critical financial operations and collaborate with program staff to ensure smooth financial processes....

Accountant / Assistant Treasurer

  • Sudbury, MA (8 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Sudbury, MA (8 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 9 hours ago

degree, Accounting or Business, preferred*Knowledge of Infinite Visions Financial System, a plus*Strong software skills including Google Workspace, Excel, MySchoolBucks and others*Must be detail oriented...

Staff Accountant (Sr)

  • Chelmsford, MA (13 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Chelmsford, MA (13 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 9 hours ago

Key Responsibilities Calculate, prepare and record journal entries including prepaid amortization, intercompany, revenue entries, payroll entries, payroll accrual and accounts payable accruals, etc....

Tax Accountant

  • Bedford, MA (7 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Bedford, MA (7 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 13 hours ago

Tax Accountant A Top CPA firm in the area is looking to add a Tax Accountant to their team. This stable and growing firm offers their clients valuable knowledge and expertise in tax....

Senior Cost Accountant

  • Needham, MA (8 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Needham, MA (8 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 13 hours ago

Vaco Boston has partnered with our client to help fill a Senior Cost Accountant role....

Staff Accountant

  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 13 hours ago

Assist in the monthly close process by posting journal entries related to payroll, prepaid etc. Collect and reconcile vendor statement on a weeklybasis....

Technical Accounting Revenue Analyst (Teradyne, N. Reading MA)

  • Reading, MA (12 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Reading, MA (12 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 13 hours ago

We are the global test and automation specialists, powering next-generation technologies through sophisticated solutions. Behind every electronic device you use, Teradyne's test technology ensures...

Senior Accountant

  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 13 hours ago

Amazons accounting group offers opportunities at the Senior Accountant level in Legal Entity & Intercompany, Accounting Policy & Reporting, Operations and Capital, Transportation, Payments & Merchant...

Financial Reporting Accountant

  • Framingham, MA (10 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Framingham, MA (10 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 22 hours ago

Balance Sheet and Income Statement for each site Compare the monthly figures in HFM reports to Hyperion report to make sure YTD values agree Reviewing and posting journal entries,, invoices, wires,...

Senior Accountant

  • Waltham, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Waltham, MA
  • 1 day ago

Job Description Summary The Senior Accountant will assist the Assistant Controller and Controller in managing the daily operations of the general accounting, accounts payable, grant management, and...

Accountant

  • North Andover, MA (20 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • North Andover, MA (20 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 1 day ago

You have: Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. 5+ years working in Accounting field Experience with large, manufacturing, multi-national, public corporations Previous General...

Senior Accountant

  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 1 day ago

close, including all journal entries, cash receipts recording and account reconciliations Prepare various month end journal entries and reconciliations....

Senior Accountant, Westborough, MA

  • Westborough, MA (20 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Westborough, MA (20 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Annually Senior Accountant The Finance Department of Key Program Inc., a non-profit social service agency, is seeking a full-time, 40-hour per week Senior Accountant in their administrative office...

Senior Accountant, Advertising Accounting

  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Amazon's accounting group offers opportunities at the Accountant level in Legal Entity & Intercompany, Accounting Policy & Reporting, Operations and Capital, Transportation, Payments & Merchant Services...

Staff Accountant

  • Bedford, MA (7 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bedford, MA (7 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 2 days ago

entries Involvement during the year-end close and audit process including supporting document research....

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Waltham, MA

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Waltham, MA 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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