Accountant Jobs in Danville, CA

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 - Payroll

  • Hayward, CA (13 miles from Danville, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Hayward, CA (13 miles from Danville, CA)
  • 7 days ago

entries for content, coding, and classification Provide monthly reports for Manager, Accounting Provide backup for Accountant - Contract Management and Accountant - Reporting Assist with form 1099...

Program Accountant #2425-0720

  • Pleasant Hill, CA (13 miles from Danville, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pleasant Hill, CA (13 miles from Danville, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Applications will only be considered complete when the EDJOIN application is complete (including all supplemental questions) and the attachments listed below are included. Under direction,...

Visiting Professor Accounting CPA preferred in San Jose

  • Newark, CA (21 miles from Danville, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Newark, CA (21 miles from Danville, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Opportunity: DeVry University focuses on developing long-term relationships with superior instructors who have high professional standards, excellent communication skills, enthusiasm and a...

Staff Accountant

  • Emeryville, CA (20 miles from Danville, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Emeryville, CA (20 miles from Danville, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Roles and Responsibilities:GL/Bank Reconciliation: Reconcile general ledger, reconcile bank accounts, and record monthly adjusting journal entries; Calculate month-end accruals and have a full understanding...

Accountant

  • Pleasanton, CA (11 miles from Danville, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Pleasanton, CA (11 miles from Danville, CA)
  • 8 days ago

-Prepare journal entries and month end accruals. -Prepare month-end and year-end balance sheet reconciliations. -Assist with month-end and year-end financial statements....

Cost Accountant - Standard Costing Specialist

  • Hayward, CA (13 miles from Danville, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Hayward, CA (13 miles from Danville, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Overview Morgan Advanced Materials is a business rich in history and innovation. Founded in the UK in 1856, we have grown into a global organisation with 70 sites in 18 countries. Our model to...

Project Accountant

  • Pinole, CA (23 miles from Danville, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Pinole, CA (23 miles from Danville, CA)
  • 11 days ago

The project accountant will be responsible for managing and monitoring various projects across the finance department, as well as various general accounting functions within the accounting division....

Senior Financial Accountant

  • Union City, CA (16 miles from Danville, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Union City, CA (16 miles from Danville, CA)
  • 12 days ago

entries and month end close....

Intermediate Accountant - Equipment

  • Concord, CA (11 miles from Danville, CA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Concord, CA (11 miles from Danville, CA)
  • 17 days ago

Toromont is looking for an Intermediate Accountant, Equipment. The Intermediate Accountant - Equipment specializes in managing, tracking, and costing equipment sales and related claims....

Budget Analyst-Accountant II

  • Hayward, CA (13 miles from Danville, CA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Hayward, CA (13 miles from Danville, CA)
  • 17 days ago

Budget Analyst-Accountant II About the Employer The Alameda County Office of Education (ACOE) leads with a student-centered vision, innovating in the classroom and building safe and supportive community...

Senior Revenue Accountant

  • Dublin, CA (6 miles from Danville, CA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Dublin, CA (6 miles from Danville, CA)
  • 20 days ago

Perform monthly revenue close tasks including preparing journal entries, revenue reconciliations, and variance analysis....

Specialist, Project Accountant

  • Walnut Creek, CA (9 miles from Danville, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA (9 miles from Danville, CA)
  • 21 days ago

Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. Experience with invoice submittal via portals....

Project Accountant

  • San Leandro, CA (15 miles from Danville, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • San Leandro, CA (15 miles from Danville, CA)
  • 21 days ago

What you will be doing : Prepare project journal entries and reconciles cost reports for one or more projects. Compile and analyze project pay forms to meet deadlines and ensure accuracy....

Senior Accountant

  • Oakland, CA (16 miles from Danville, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Oakland, CA (16 miles from Danville, CA)
  • 21 days ago

Additional Experience and Education Bachelors degree in Accounting, or equivalent required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities In-depth knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles....

Junior Project Accountant--Northern California

  • Oakland, CA (16 miles from Danville, CA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Oakland, CA (16 miles from Danville, CA)
  • 22 days ago

Prepares adjusting entries to the accounting system as project funding changes and at the request of project directors....

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Danville, CA

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Danville, CA 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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