Accountant Jobs in Mill Valley, 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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Business Tax Specialist - Work From Home

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Mill Valley, CA)
  • 28 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Mill Valley, CA)
  • 28 days ago

Must possess active unrestricted credential: EA (Enrolled Agent), CPA (Certified Public Accountant), or Practicing Attorney Minimum of 2 seasons of personal Tax Preparation experience, with a minimum...

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Senior Business Tax Accountant - Work From Home

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Mill Valley, CA)
  • 19 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Mill Valley, CA)
  • 19 days ago

Must possess active unrestricted credential: EA (Enrolled Agent), CPA (Certified Public Accountant), or Practicing Attorney Minimum of 2 seasons of personal Tax Preparation experience, with a minimum...

Remote Work

Senior Business Tax Consultant - Work From Home

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Mill Valley, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Mill Valley, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Must possess active unrestricted credential: EA (Enrolled Agent), CPA (Certified Public Accountant), or Practicing Attorney Minimum of 2 seasons of personal Tax Preparation experience, with a minimum...

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Construction Cost Accountant, Full or Part Time, Temp Contractor

  • Oakland, CA (20 miles from Mill Valley, CA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Oakland, CA (20 miles from Mill Valley, CA)
  • 5 hours ago

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

Business Tax Expert - Work From Home - 3+ Yrs Paid Tax Experience

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Mill Valley, CA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Mill Valley, CA)
  • 5 hours ago

Must possess active unrestricted credential: EA (Enrolled Agent), CPA (Certified Public Accountant), or Practicing Attorney Minimum of 2 seasons of personal Tax Preparation experience, with a minimum...

Remote Work

Accountant III (1654) - Controller's Office

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Mill Valley, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Mill Valley, CA)
  • 1 day ago

This 1654 Accountant III position works on the accounting activities in the Controllers Accounting Operations and Supplier Division (AOSD)....

Senior Accountant

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Mill Valley, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Mill Valley, CA)
  • 1 day ago

journal entries for month-end financial close....

Accountant Specialty, Senior

  • Oakland, CA (20 miles from Mill Valley, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Oakland, CA (20 miles from Mill Valley, CA)
  • 1 day ago

accounting principles (SSAP) and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) Maintain current knowledge of federal regulatory requirements of the Affordable Care Act and applicable regulations...

Grant Accountant

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Mill Valley, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Mill Valley, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Review and process journal entries for the month-end close. Verify that match shares are correctly calculated and identified in the general ledger. Review documentation for in-kind support....

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Accountant III (1654)

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Mill Valley, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Mill Valley, CA)
  • 1 day ago

This 1654 Accountant III position works on the accounting activities in the Controller's Accounting Operations and Supplier Division (AOSD)....

Senior Accountant, Financial Reporting and Technical Accounting

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Mill Valley, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Mill Valley, CA)
  • 2 days ago

What You'll Do: Technical Accounting: Timely complete monthly, quarterly and year-end financial close including journal entries, account reconciliations and flux analysis Account for share-based compensation...

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Intl - Emea - Senior GL Accountant

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Mill Valley, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Mill Valley, CA)
  • 2 days ago

About the role: We are looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated, hands-on person to join our team as a Senior GL Accountant....

Senior Accountant

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Mill Valley, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Mill Valley, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Drive process automation initiatives to streamline journal entries, reporting, and system integrations, enhancing efficiency and accuracy....

Construction Project Accountant (Project Cost Control Specialist)

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Mill Valley, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Mill Valley, CA)
  • 3 days ago

entries Review and reconcile vendor statements in collaboration with PMs for outstanding invoices, while communicating with both vendors and team members on the status of invoices and checks Provide...

Accountant

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Mill Valley, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Mill Valley, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Collaborate with external accountants on reconciliations, documentation requests, and preparation of journal entries while assisting in the wind down of the engagement....

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Mill Valley, CA

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Mill Valley, 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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