Accountant Jobs in San Diego, 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

  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago

Senior Accountant Recruiter Sayva Solutions Location San Diego, California, United States Salary USD 80,000.00 per year Posted 24 Aug 2025 Closes 23 Sep 2025 Ref 7593 Job role Accountant Sector Accounting...

Staff Accountant II Investment Accounting & Reporting

  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago

This role requires a Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance and at least 3 years of relevant experience, ideally in real estate, investment, or public accounting....

Senior Accountant

  • San Diego, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 3 days ago

Senior Accountant 1ST DYNAMIC PERSONNEL RESOURCES INC. Min. Experience: 5 year(s) No salary information is indicated for this ad....

Tax Lead EA/CPA REMOTE (Seasonal)

  • Chula Vista, CA (7 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chula Vista, CA (7 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Tax Team Lead (Seasonal) Remote | Full Time | $36/hour + Incentives/Bonus Potential | 401K + Match Opportunity Highlights: $36/hour + incentives Wide range of shifts, including weekends and...

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Senior Accountant, Private Fund

  • San Diego, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 4 days ago

Position Overview: The Senior Accountant, Private Fund will support the accounting and financial reporting operations for Realty Incomes private fund business....

Staff Accountant

  • San Diego, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 5 days ago

May assist the Financial Accountant, Dir Area Hotel Finance, Dir Hotel Finance and/or Assistant Dir Hotel Finance with preparation of the Budget, Strategic Plan, and Goals program....

Accountant - Budget Department - #682

  • Chula Vista, CA (7 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Chula Vista, CA (7 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Chula Vista Elementary See attachment on original job posting MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Experience in school district financial accounting including budget processes; year-end closing; and...

Senior Staff Accountant - 036QE

  • San Diego, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 5 days ago

, AP review, payroll, journal entries, & other related duties....

Senior Accountant

  • San Diego, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 6 days ago

Conduct month-end and year-end close processes, including preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis....

Accountant, Staff

  • San Diego, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 6 days ago

Applicant will support month end close, including preparing, reviewing and analyzing journal entries....

Staff Accountant

  • San Diego, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 6 days ago

Duties may include the following: Data Entry and Bank Reconciliations Identify and Correct Reconciliation Errors General Ledger Reviews/Identifying Problems Creating Journal Entries as needed Analyze...

Sr Accountant - Accounting - Sharp Corporate - Day Shift - Full Time

  • San Diego, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 6 days ago

Prepares journal entries Prepares monthly journal entries necessary to account for all financial transactions with appropriate supporting documentation and/or effectively supervises Accounting Associate...

Project Accountant

  • San Diego, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 7 days ago

The experts that make up Paladin's teams stay at the forefront of the changing technology landscape through continued training, complex client projects, and company support. As Paladin continues...

Staff Accountant

  • Poway, CA (21 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Poway, CA (21 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Staff Accountant Recruiter Producto Location Poway, California, United States Salary USD 95,000.00 - 105,000.00 per year Posted 14 Aug 2025 Closes 13 Sep 2025 Ref 27761131 Job role Accountant Sector...

Accountant @ Fiscal Services

  • San Diego, CA
  • 11 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 11 days ago

Accountant Fiscal Services About the Employer Welcome to San Marcos Unified School District!...

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in San Diego, CA

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in San Diego, 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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