Accountant Jobs in Northridge, 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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Staff Accountant

  • Glendale, CA (15 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Glendale, CA (15 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 2 hours ago

Prepare and post journal entries, ensuring accuracy and adherence to GAAP; Support month-end and year-end closing processes with Controller, ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines....

Senior Accountant

  • El Segundo, CA (23 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • El Segundo, CA (23 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 2 hours ago

Senior Accountant Senior Accountant remote type On Site locations USA - El Segundo CA time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id JR100149 Job Description At Beyond Meat, we are...

Accountant

  • El Segundo, CA (23 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • El Segundo, CA (23 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 2 hours ago

What You Will Do: Accounting Duties Responsibilities: Perform month-end journal entries and review AP/AR and fixed asset entries to the GL....

Senior Accountant

  • Calabasas, CA (13 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Calabasas, CA (13 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 2 hours ago

Role Description This is a full-time, on-site Senior Accountant role located in Calabasas, CA at MBA Financial & Accounting Solutions....

Senior Accountant

  • El Segundo, CA (23 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • El Segundo, CA (23 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 2 hours ago

entries, accruals, etc....

Senior Accountant, Advertising Accounting

  • Culver City, CA (18 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Culver City, CA (18 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 3 hours ago

Amazon's accounting group offers opportunities at the Accountant level in Legal Entity & Intercompany, Accounting Policy & Reporting, Operations and Capital, Transportation, Payments & Merchant Services...

Senior Tax Accountant

  • Santa Monica, CA (15 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Monica, CA (15 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 1 day ago

QUALIFICATIONS OF THE SENIOR TAX ACCOUNTANT Required Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a comparable major....

Senior Financial Accountant

  • El Segundo, CA (23 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • El Segundo, CA (23 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 1 day ago

The Senior Accountant is responsible for managing and overseeing all aspects of payroll, benefits, deferred compensation and fixed assets....

Senior Accountant

  • Woodland Hills, CA (10 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Woodland Hills, CA (10 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Position Overview We are seeking a Senior Accountant with specialized experience in multifamily real estate....

Tax Accountant

  • Pasadena, CA (24 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Pasadena, CA (24 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 3 days ago

The Tax Accountant will be working under the general supervision of the tax management team and other senior staff....

Senior Staff Accountant [Woodland Hills]

  • Woodland Hills, CA (10 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Woodland Hills, CA (10 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Bring your VIBE: Bachelors Degree in Accounting/Finance a must, CPA preferred More than 3 years of broad general ledger accounting or corporate reporting experience Experience with SAP or similar general...

Staff Accountant

  • Moorpark, CA (18 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Moorpark, CA (18 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Assist with the month-end close process including journal entries and variance analysis....

Senior Accountant

  • Encino, CA (5 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Encino, CA (5 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Records adjusting journal entries, as necessary, to properly reflect account activity. Assists in preparation of wire requests....

Budget Analyst

  • Pasadena, CA (24 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Pasadena, CA (24 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 4 days ago

TITLE: Budget Analyst DEPARTMENT: Finance REPORTS TO: CFO Employment Status: Full Time Reg. Hours Worked: 40 / Week, Non-Exempt Location: Hybrid, Pasadena CA Salary: 85,000- 90,000/yr Benefits: 5...

Accountant

  • Chatsworth, CA (4 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Chatsworth, CA (4 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 4 days ago

We are looking for an Accountant to join our team!...

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Northridge, CA

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Northridge, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
54.5%
Master's Degree
28.1%
Associate's Degree
6.9%
High School or GED
4.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.8%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.2%


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