Accountant Jobs in Riverside, 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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Senior Accountant

  • Riverside, CA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Riverside, CA
  • 4 hours ago

As the Senior Accountant, your job duties will include: Preparing journal entries and reviewing entries from junior staff members Reconciling balance sheet accounts such as fixed assets, roll forwards...

Accountant

  • San Bernardino, CA (9 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • San Bernardino, CA (9 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 9 hours ago

Job Summary: The Accountant prepares the monthly General Ledger journal entries, performs account reconciliations and other related tasks for an organizational division within LLUH (including the University...

Project Accountant

  • Riverside, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Riverside, CA
  • 1 day ago

Position Description: The Project Accountant will help support the project management staff while primarily supporting the Project Manager and Project Engineer....

Senior Staff Accountant

  • Rancho Cucamonga, CA (16 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Rancho Cucamonga, CA (16 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Reviews all posting of AR, AP, Journal Entries to General Ledger to ensure accuracy and propriety. Process the tasks of office administration and maintain employee vacation /sick day record....

Project Accountant

  • Riverside, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Riverside, CA
  • 4 days ago

The Project Accountant (PA) is responsible for accurately recording and processing the financial transactions of assigned projects for RSVC Company....

Staff Accountant Manufacturing Industry

  • Ontario, CA (16 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Ontario, CA (16 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 4 days ago

As the selected Staff Accountant you will be responsible for the following deliverables: nventory Management: Oversee inventory accounting, ensuring accurate records and minimizing discrepancies....

Accountant

  • Riverside, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Riverside, CA
  • 5 days ago

Qualifications Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (required) CPA certification or progress toward certification (preferred) 2+ years of experience in accounting or a related...

Senior Staff Accountant

  • Ontario, CA (16 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Ontario, CA (16 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 6 days ago

degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field 24 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in a corporate or fast-paced environment Strong understanding of GAAP, accrual accounting, and...

Accountant 1 (Specialist)

  • Riverside, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Riverside, CA
  • 6 days ago

and Duties The Accountant I (Specialist), applies accounting principles and procedures to perform the more difficult semi-professional accounting work....

Accountant - International Accounting

  • Redlands, CA (13 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Redlands, CA (13 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Understand the transactions required to conform local GAAP financial statements to US GAAP and vice versa- Review reconciliations, allocations, consolidations and intercompany transactions- Support...

Senior Accountant

  • Ontario, CA (16 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Ontario, CA (16 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 8 days ago

The Senior accountant will maintain financial records and ensure that financial transactions are properly recorded....

Staff Accountant

  • Ontario, CA (16 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Ontario, CA (16 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 8 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: The Staff Accountant reports to the Accounting Controller and will work on assigned technical accounting research, preparation of assigned financial statements and partner with the...

Staff Accountant

  • Riverside, CA
  • 10 days ago
  • Riverside, CA
  • 10 days ago

As the Staff Accountant your job duties will include: Preparing journal entries with proper support Maintaining fixed assets and verifying depreciation schedules Reconciling balance sheet accounts including...

Lancaster Staff Accountant

  • Ontario, CA (16 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Ontario, CA (16 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 10 days ago

Enter journal entries into Microsoft Dynamics (D365) Act as a partner for local F&B staff for all finance and accounting needs Supervisory Responsibilities: This position does not have supervisory responsibilities...

Senior Accountant - Remote

  • Fontana, CA (7 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Fontana, CA (7 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 10 days ago

Whom we're looking for: Prime Senior Accountant talent The Senior Accountant at Engine Room performs a wide range of accounting related functions in support of client deliverables....

Remote Work

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Riverside, CA

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Riverside, 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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