Accountant Jobs in Saratoga, 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 (11 miles from Saratoga, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (11 miles from Saratoga, CA)
  • 9 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....

Senior International Accountant

  • Campbell, CA (5 miles from Saratoga, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Campbell, CA (5 miles from Saratoga, CA)
  • 1 day ago

transactions....

Senior Accountant - District Office

  • Santa Clara, CA (8 miles from Saratoga, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (8 miles from Saratoga, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Senior Accountant - District Office Job Summary Basic Functions: Under the direction of the Administrator of Business Services, perform professional accounting activities related to the preparation,...

Regional Accountant Property Management

  • Mountain View, CA (11 miles from Saratoga, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mountain View, CA (11 miles from Saratoga, CA)
  • 1 day ago

for employee. employment type: job title: Regional Accountant Regional Accountant (South Bay) The Regional Accountant will be situated within an apartment community leasing office, and will provide...

GL Accountant

  • Menlo Park, CA (15 miles from Saratoga, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Menlo Park, CA (15 miles from Saratoga, CA)
  • 1 day ago

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced GL Accountant to join our team....

Senior Accountant - District Office

  • Los Gatos, CA (3 miles from Saratoga, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Gatos, CA (3 miles from Saratoga, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Los Gatos-Saratoga Union High School District See attachment on original job posting Refer to the job posting for a list of experience requirements or if you have any questions or need further...

Staff Accountant

  • Mountain View, CA (11 miles from Saratoga, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mountain View, CA (11 miles from Saratoga, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Summary Of How You Will Impact Skylo We are seeking a highly motivated Staff Accountant to join our growing accounting team to help fulfill Skylo's mission of making satellite connectivity available...

Record to Report - Cost Accountant

  • San Jose, CA (10 miles from Saratoga, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (10 miles from Saratoga, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Job Description Accenture is a leading global professional services company that helps the world's leading businesses, governments and other organizations build their digital core, optimize their...

Visiting Professor Accounting CPA preferred in San Jose

  • Newark, CA (18 miles from Saratoga, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Newark, CA (18 miles from Saratoga, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Opportunity: DeVry University focuses on developing long-term relationships with superior instructors who have high professional standards, excellent communication skills, enthusiasm and a...

Senior Revenue Analyst

  • Santa Clara, CA (8 miles from Saratoga, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (8 miles from Saratoga, CA)
  • 2 days ago

degree in Accounting or Finance, related discipline or equivalent military experience Big 4 and relevant industry experience preferred 4+ years of progressive experience in revenue accounting and operation...

Staff Software Engineer (Frontend) - Unified Accountant Console

  • San Jose, CA (10 miles from Saratoga, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (10 miles from Saratoga, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Accountant Channel Console team Accountant firms are the most important customer for bill.com, they bring the biggest portion of our company's revenue....

Accountant I - CA

  • San Jose, CA (10 miles from Saratoga, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (10 miles from Saratoga, CA)
  • 3 days ago

The Accountant I is responsible for Accounts Payable duties and financial month-end processing....

Junior Staff Accountant

  • Redwood City, CA (17 miles from Saratoga, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Redwood City, CA (17 miles from Saratoga, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Accountant Sector Accounting - Public practice Experience level Qualified accountant You need to sign in or create an account to save At Gunderson Dettmer, you'll find people passionate about making...

Staff Accountant

  • Mountain View, CA (11 miles from Saratoga, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Mountain View, CA (11 miles from Saratoga, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Professional Qualifications Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) in Accounting, Finance or equivalent required. 5 years of AP and expense experience. 1+ years’ experience processing intercompany transactions and...

AP Accountant

  • Palo Alto, CA (14 miles from Saratoga, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (14 miles from Saratoga, CA)
  • 6 days ago

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Accounts Payable (AP) Accountant to join our Finance team....

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Saratoga, CA

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Saratoga, 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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