Accountant Jobs in El Segundo, 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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Project Accountant

  • McGuire Builders
  • Torrance, CA (7 miles from El Segundo, CA)
  • moments ago
  • Torrance, CA (7 miles from El Segundo, CA)
  • moments ago

We are seeking an experienced Project Accountant to join our team and support active projects across Southern California....

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Senior Accountant

  • EDJOIN
  • Pasadena, CA (22 miles from El Segundo, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Pasadena, CA (22 miles from El Segundo, CA)
  • 1 hour ago

Only equivalency evaluations are acceptable. (X) Translated transcripts are not acceptable. (X) Notarized transcripts are not acceptable. Resumes are not required and are not reviewed in lieu of...

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Accountant - Los Angeles, CA

  • Planned Parenthood Los Angeles
  • Los Angeles, CA (9 miles from El Segundo, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (9 miles from El Segundo, CA)
  • 1 hour ago

Support Billing department with input of journal entries as necessary. Provide back-up support for daily cash report and cash log....

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Junior Staff Accountant

  • Staffmark
  • Los Angeles, CA (9 miles from El Segundo, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (9 miles from El Segundo, CA)
  • 1 hour ago

Looking for a Junior Staff Accountant job where you're more than just a number on a clipboard?...

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Senior Accountant - Sap / Month-End Close

  • Rem Optical Co Inc. DBA De Rigo rem
  • Burbank, CA (20 miles from El Segundo, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Burbank, CA (20 miles from El Segundo, CA)
  • 1 hour ago

Burbank, CA | Full-Time | $80,000-$90,000 per year + Benefits + 401(k) We are seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join our Burbank finance team....

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Senior Accountant

  • Advantex Professional Services Careers
  • Burbank, CA (20 miles from El Segundo, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Burbank, CA (20 miles from El Segundo, CA)
  • 1 hour ago

Come be a part of a Stable Strong Team as a Senior Accountant!...

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Senior Accountant

  • Artemis Professionals, LLC
  • Los Angeles, CA (9 miles from El Segundo, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (9 miles from El Segundo, CA)
  • 1 hour ago

Responsibilities Support and execute month-end close activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis Prepare and review consolidated financial statements Assist with financial...

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Senior Accountant

  • CHAOS Industries
  • Hawthorne, CA (3 miles from El Segundo, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Hawthorne, CA (3 miles from El Segundo, CA)
  • 1 hour ago

Support month-end and quarter-end close process including preparation and review of complex journal entries, account reconciliations, fixed asset capitalization, prepaid expense tracking and amortization...

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Cost Accountant

  • Ardmore Home Design Inc
  • Hacienda Heights, CA (24 miles from El Segundo, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Hacienda Heights, CA (24 miles from El Segundo, CA)
  • 1 hour ago

About the Position The Cost Accountant plays a critical role in analyzing, monitoring, and optimizing the company's cost structure in a fast-paced, high-volume environment....

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Project Accountant

  • Cumming Corporation
  • Los Angeles, CA (9 miles from El Segundo, CA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (9 miles from El Segundo, CA)
  • 5 hours ago

Prepare and process journal entries. Assist Finance and Accounting team in identifying errors and develop innovative approaches to minimize risk of repeat discrepancies....

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Senior Tax Accountant (Remote)

  • Molina Healthcare
  • Long Beach, CA (16 miles from El Segundo, CA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Long Beach, CA (16 miles from El Segundo, CA)
  • 15 hours ago

Bachelors degree in accounting or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience....

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Accounting Professional

  • Van Nuys, CA (18 miles from El Segundo, CA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Van Nuys, CA (18 miles from El Segundo, CA)
  • 15 hours ago

We are looking for a person with full experience in accounting. If you have experience in Platinum, MAS90 and Solomon it will be helpful but not necessary. We offer full benefits.

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Project Accountant II - Bond Program Finance Los Angeles Community College Dist.

  • MAAS Companies
  • Los Angeles, CA (9 miles from El Segundo, CA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (9 miles from El Segundo, CA)
  • 18 hours ago

As Project Accountant II, you'll sit inside the Bond Program's Finance and Accounting team, processing invoices, resolving discrepancies, ensuring bond compliance on all payment requests, and working...

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Accountant - Los Angeles, CA

  • Planned Parenthood LA
  • Los Angeles, CA (9 miles from El Segundo, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (9 miles from El Segundo, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Accounting Manager, this position is responsible for reconciliations, journal entries, monthly bank reconciliations and preparation of audit roll forward schedules....

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in El Segundo, CA

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in El Segundo, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
54.6%
Master's Degree
28.3%
Associate's Degree
6.8%
High School or GED
4.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.8%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.2%


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