Accountant Jobs in Fremont, 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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Payroll Accountant

  • Sunnyvale, CA (9 miles from Fremont, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (9 miles from Fremont, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Sunnyvale manufacturing company seeks a self-motivated and detail-oriented Payroll Accountant to perform bi-weekly payroll using ADP Workforce Now system and to handle other accounting tasks....

Junior Cost Accountant

  • Alameda, CA (21 miles from Fremont, CA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Alameda, CA (21 miles from Fremont, CA)
  • 13 hours ago

*Indicates an essential function of the role Required Qualifications Minimum education and experience: Bachelors degree in accounting with 1+ years of accounting experience or an equivalent combination...

Accountant IV

  • San Jose, CA (16 miles from Fremont, CA)
  • 23 hours ago
  • San Jose, CA (16 miles from Fremont, CA)
  • 23 hours ago

Our client, a leader in the data solutions industry, is seeking an Accountant IV to join their team....

General Ledger & Financial System Accountant (Mid/Senior)

  • Livermore, CA (19 miles from Fremont, CA)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Livermore, CA (19 miles from Fremont, CA)
  • 23 hours ago

Qualifications Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience....

Accountant

  • Palo Alto, CA (12 miles from Fremont, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (12 miles from Fremont, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Accountant School of Engineering, Stanford, California, United States NewFinance1 day ago Post Date106835 Requisition #Note: This position has been deemed critical by the School of Engineering Dean's...

GL Accountant

  • Fremont, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Fremont, CA
  • 1 day ago

Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations, including all cash related accounts, investments account, prepaid accounts & liability accounts....

Senior Revenue Analyst

  • Santa Clara, CA (14 miles from Fremont, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (14 miles from Fremont, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Bring more to life. Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology? At Cepheid, one of Danahers 15+ operating companies,...

Accountant Stanford University

  • Stanford, CA (14 miles from Fremont, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Stanford, CA (14 miles from Fremont, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Note: This position has been deemed critical by the School of Engineering Dean's Office and is exempt from the hiring freeze. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. All candidates...

Staff Accountant

  • Palo Alto, CA (12 miles from Fremont, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (12 miles from Fremont, CA)
  • 3 days ago

We believe the best work is done when collaborating and therefore require in-person presence in our office locations. ] We are seeking a meticulous and highly organized Staff Accountant with a strong...

Sr Revenue Analyst - NPI

  • Santa Clara, CA (14 miles from Fremont, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (14 miles from Fremont, CA)
  • 3 days ago

degree in Accounting or Finance, related discipline or equivalent military experience required Big 4 and relevant industry experience preferred 5+ years of progressive experience in revenue accounting...

Accountant

  • Oakland, CA (19 miles from Fremont, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Oakland, CA (19 miles from Fremont, CA)
  • 4 days ago

\n MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS EITHER PATTERN I\nExperience:\nThe equivalent of one (1) year of full-time experience in the class of Accountant-Auditor in the Alameda County classified service....

Data Processing Clerk for a local CPA Firm (Full-Time/Part-Time)

  • Millbrae, CA (23 miles from Fremont, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Millbrae, CA (23 miles from Fremont, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Millbrae local CPA firm is seeking an accounting clerk to perform payroll and data processing tasks. This is an entry-level position, about 40 hours a week, or part-time about 20-25 hours a week,...

Accountant

  • San Jose, CA (16 miles from Fremont, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (16 miles from Fremont, CA)
  • 4 days ago

The most important thing we build is TRUST #CustomerFocus #Values #Leader #TogetherWePioneer Overview The Senior Accountant supports the accounting functions and reports to the Controller....

Construction Cost Accountant, Full or Part Time, Temp Contractor

  • Oakland, CA (19 miles from Fremont, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Oakland, CA (19 miles from Fremont, CA)
  • 4 days ago

This is a high-impact, short-term opportunity for a seasoned construction accountant to take ownership of a critical financial closeout....

Accountant #04

  • Santa Clara, CA (14 miles from Fremont, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (14 miles from Fremont, CA)
  • 5 days ago

ACCOUNTANT #04 About the Employer The Alum Rock Union Elementary School District in San Jose is nestled in the beautiful foothills of the Santa Clara Valley in the San Francisco Bay Area....

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Fremont, CA

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Fremont, 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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