Accountant Jobs in Fairfax, VA

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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Senior Budget Analyst

  • Arlington, VA (19 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (19 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 6 days ago

ManTech seeks a motivated, career and customer oriented Senior Budget Analyst to join our team in the Arlington, VA area to provide budget support to our customer and to begin an exciting and...

Accountant I - Hilton Alexandria Old Town

  • Alexandria, VA (21 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Alexandria, VA (21 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 4 hours ago

What you will be doing Ensure all financial areas of the hotel, including Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Night Audit, and Payroll are all administered appropriately and effectively. Ensure...

Senior Accountant

  • Bethesda, MD (19 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Bethesda, MD (19 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 5 hours ago

Education and Experience Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required. 2+ years of public accounting experience at a national or large regional accounting firm or related experience...

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Senior Accountant

  • Arlington, VA (19 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Arlington, VA (19 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 8 hours ago

Kforce has a client that is seeking a Senior Accountant in Arlington, VA....

Assistant Accountant

  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 12 hours ago

As part of our continued growth in Australia, were hiring an Assistant Accountant to support day-to-day finance operations and ensure accurate, compliant, and efficient financial processes....

Tax Accountant

  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 18 hours ago

SUMMARY: T he Senior Tax Accountant will be part of VSE corporate tax team and is expected to successfully manage multiple, simultaneous assignments, deadlines, priorities, and tasks....

Seasonal Tax Accountant

  • Alexandria, VA (21 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Alexandria, VA (21 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 18 hours ago

Summary: Our seasonal positions are for those who wish to primarily work from February to mid-April, although there may be an opportunity for additional hours outside of tax season. Ideally, these...

BSG Staff Accountant I

  • Alexandria, VA (21 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Alexandria, VA (21 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 18 hours ago

Summary: Under supervision, the Staff Accountant I will assist in audits, reviews, compilations; prepare tax returns for individuals, corporations, trusts and partnerships; conduct tax research and...

Senior Property Accountant - Real Estate w/Yardi

  • Tysons, VA (13 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Tysons, VA (13 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 22 hours ago

Overview Senior Property Accountant, under the direction of the Accounting Manager, works collaboratively to manage financial aspects of KETTLER Management apartment communities....

Senior Accountant

  • Manassas, VA (8 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Manassas, VA (8 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Senior Accountant Accounting & Finance $ 40 / Hour location_on Manassas, Virginia work_outline Contract/Temporary favorite_border JOB ON CANDIDATE PORTAL COPY LINK link Job Title: Senior Accountant...

Senior Accountant

  • Arlington, VA (19 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Arlington, VA (19 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Prepare monthly financial statements and interact with Accountant and Field Office Directors; Responsible for budgetary control for grants and proper expense classification based on grantor guidelines...

Senior Accountant

  • Sterling, VA (8 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Sterling, VA (8 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 2 days ago

role Accountant Sector Accounting - Public practice Experience level Qualified accountant You need to sign in or create an account to save Senior Accountant Location: Sterling, VA Company: Vertical...

Technical Accountant Staff

  • Westlake, MD (17 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Westlake, MD (17 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 2 days ago

. - This requisition is for a Technical Accountant position within Lockheed Martin's Rotary & Mission Systems (RMS) business area....

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Nonprofit Accountant

  • Reston, VA (7 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Reston, VA (7 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Organization background: The Technology Student Association (TSA) is a national, non-profit career and technical student organization (CTSO) of middle school and high school students engaged in...

Staff Accountant

  • Manassas, VA (8 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Manassas, VA (8 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Staff Accountant BCforward is currently seeking a highly motivated Accountant for an opportunity in Manassas, VA 20109....

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Fairfax, VA

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Fairfax, VA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
54.6%
Master's Degree
28.2%
Associate's Degree
6.8%
High School or GED
4.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.8%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.2%


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