Accountant Jobs in Rutherford, 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.

1-12 of 12 Jobs

Accountant I (Specialist)

  • Napa, CA (9 miles from Rutherford, CA)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Napa, CA (9 miles from Rutherford, CA)
  • 21 hours ago

and Duties ***MUST SUBMIT TRANSCRIPTS WITH APPLICATION TO PROVE ELIGIBILITY**** Department has a permanent full-time vacancy for an Accountant I Specialist position....

Budget Analyst at the District Office

  • Windsor, CA (21 miles from Rutherford, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Windsor, CA (21 miles from Rutherford, CA)
  • 1 day ago

About the Employer Windsor Unified School District Nondiscrimination in Employment Statement The Governing Board is determined to provide district employees and job applicants a safe, positive...

Staff Accountant

  • Napa, CA (9 miles from Rutherford, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Napa, CA (9 miles from Rutherford, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Grant management, tracking and preparation of monthly journal entries 4. Clerical work including opening and sorting of daily inbound mail to appropriate departments and personnel 5....

Staff Accountant

  • Windsor, CA (21 miles from Rutherford, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Windsor, CA (21 miles from Rutherford, CA)
  • 7 days ago

This role plays a key role in the monthly close process by performing journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial analysis under the supervision of senior accounting leadership....

Senior Tax Accountant

  • Sonoma, CA (14 miles from Rutherford, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Sonoma, CA (14 miles from Rutherford, CA)
  • 12 days ago

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Tax Accountant to join our finance team at a leading Private Equity Fund....

Senior Technical Accountant

  • Windsor, CA (21 miles from Rutherford, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Windsor, CA (21 miles from Rutherford, CA)
  • 16 days ago

Prepare and maintain proper support and audit trail for all journal entries, all account reconciliations, and financial statements....

Staff Accountant / Billing Specialist

  • Santa Rosa, CA (19 miles from Rutherford, CA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Santa Rosa, CA (19 miles from Rutherford, CA)
  • 19 days ago

to ensure proper classification of programmatic expenses to the proper funding source compiling and posting journal entries to the General Ledger as needed Interaction with Agency Program Staff and...

Senior Budget Analyst

  • American Canyon, CA (20 miles from Rutherford, CA)
  • 19 days ago
  • American Canyon, CA (20 miles from Rutherford, CA)
  • 19 days ago

This position also includes some general accounting support to the Senior Accountant with posting and checking journal entries....

Government Accountant

  • Novato, CA (23 miles from Rutherford, CA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Novato, CA (23 miles from Rutherford, CA)
  • 20 days ago

Key Responsibilities: Perform accounting tasks including general ledger maintenance, journal entries, reconciliations, and preparation of financial statements....

Senior Accountant

  • American Canyon, CA (20 miles from Rutherford, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • American Canyon, CA (20 miles from Rutherford, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Calculate sales commissions for private sales channels for each payroll period Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations for leases, prepaid expenses, accrued expenses, etc....

Accounting Officer (Specialist)

  • Napa, CA (9 miles from Rutherford, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Napa, CA (9 miles from Rutherford, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

Job Description and Duties The Department of State Hospitals - Napa Financial Services Department has a permanent full-time vacancy for an Accounting Officer (Specialist). The Accounting Officer...

Senior Accountant

  • Novato, CA (23 miles from Rutherford, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Novato, CA (23 miles from Rutherford, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

This class is distinguished from the Accountant II and Accountant I class by the complexity of the work assigned and the addition of lead responsibilities....

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Rutherford, CA

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Rutherford, 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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