Accountant Jobs in San Carlos, 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 (14 miles from San Carlos, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (14 miles from San Carlos, 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....

Business Tax Specialist - Work From Home

  • San Francisco, CA (21 miles from San Carlos, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (21 miles from San Carlos, 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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Junior Cost Accountant

  • Alameda, CA (19 miles from San Carlos, CA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Alameda, CA (19 miles from San Carlos, 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...

Staff Accountant

  • San Bruno, CA (12 miles from San Carlos, CA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • San Bruno, CA (12 miles from San Carlos, CA)
  • 18 hours ago

Izzi Early Education EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Position:STAFF ACCOUNTANT Location: Salary:San Bruno, CA Starting at $32 & Negotiable (Depending & Depending on Qualifications & Experience) APPLICATION...

Accountant IV

  • San Jose, CA (23 miles from San Carlos, CA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • San Jose, CA (23 miles from San Carlos, CA)
  • 22 hours ago

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

Accountant

  • Palo Alto, CA (7 miles from San Carlos, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (7 miles from San Carlos, 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 (16 miles from San Carlos, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fremont, CA (16 miles from San Carlos, CA)
  • 1 day ago

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

Staff Accountant

  • San Francisco, CA (21 miles from San Carlos, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (21 miles from San Carlos, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Job Responsibilities The Staff Accountant is a member of the Finance Department at WCN and reports to the Accounting Manager....

Senior Revenue Analyst

  • Santa Clara, CA (20 miles from San Carlos, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (20 miles from San Carlos, 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 (7 miles from San Carlos, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Stanford, CA (7 miles from San Carlos, 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 (7 miles from San Carlos, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (7 miles from San Carlos, 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 (20 miles from San Carlos, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (20 miles from San Carlos, 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...

Senior Revenue Accountant

  • San Francisco, CA (21 miles from San Carlos, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (21 miles from San Carlos, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Your Impact As Axon's Senior Revenue Accountant, you will be part of a highly collaborative team which partners with Financial Planning & Analysis, Commercial Controllership, and Operations to ensure...

Accountant II

  • Emeryville, CA (23 miles from San Carlos, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Emeryville, CA (23 miles from San Carlos, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Leading investment company is looking for an Accountant II to join their growing team....

Tax Accountant

  • San Francisco, CA (21 miles from San Carlos, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (21 miles from San Carlos, CA)
  • 4 days ago

We are looking for an experienced and proactive Tax Accountant to join our San Francisco-based team....

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in San Carlos, CA

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in San Carlos, 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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