Accountant Jobs in Sunnyvale, 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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Accountant - Payroll

  • Hayward, CA (20 miles from Sunnyvale, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Hayward, CA (20 miles from Sunnyvale, CA)
  • 10 days ago

entries for content, coding, and classification Provide monthly reports for Manager, Accounting Provide backup for Accountant - Contract Management and Accountant - Reporting Assist with form 1099...

Staff Accountant

  • San Jose, CA (7 miles from Sunnyvale, CA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • San Jose, CA (7 miles from Sunnyvale, CA)
  • 14 hours ago

You also have demonstrated accounting acumen and experience reviewing and managing trial balances, reconciling accounts, preparing journal entries, and completing month-, quarter-, and year-end processes...

Staff Accountant

  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • 14 hours ago

Execute maintenance and corrective journal entries. Acts as liaison between Field Operations, Corporate Accounting, client partners and third-party vendors....

District Accountant

  • Newark, CA (9 miles from Sunnyvale, CA)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Newark, CA (9 miles from Sunnyvale, CA)
  • 23 hours ago

For more information about this position, go to the pdf file here Accountant-...14.pdf...

Accountant

  • Palo Alto, CA (8 miles from Sunnyvale, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (8 miles from Sunnyvale, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Degree in Accounting Preferred Duties: Support timely month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial close including accurate preparation of journal entries Prepares complex expense accruals and chargebacks...

Senior Project Accountant

  • San Leandro, CA (23 miles from Sunnyvale, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Leandro, CA (23 miles from Sunnyvale, CA)
  • 1 day ago

What you will be doing : Prepares project journal entries and reconciles cost reports for one or more projects. Compiles and analyzes project pay forms to meet deadlines and ensure accuracy....

Senior Accountant

  • San Carlos, CA (15 miles from Sunnyvale, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Carlos, CA (15 miles from Sunnyvale, CA)
  • 1 day ago

We are seeking a hands-on, driven and experienced senior accountant with a track record of results in handling all the facets of accounting, month end close and financial reporting activities....

Real Estate Accountant

  • Mountain View, CA (2 miles from Sunnyvale, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mountain View, CA (2 miles from Sunnyvale, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Job Description The Investment Accounting group is responsible for the accounting and reporting for the client's invested Assets, which includes private equity, hedge funds, commercial residential...

Accountant II

  • San Jose, CA (7 miles from Sunnyvale, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (7 miles from Sunnyvale, CA)
  • 2 days ago

This includes but is not limited to drawdowns/return of funds, reporting, general ledger reconciliations, preparing/posting journal entries, and collaboration with Bursar's Office and FASO....

Sr Revenue Analyst - NPI

  • Santa Clara, CA (4 miles from Sunnyvale, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (4 miles from Sunnyvale, CA)
  • 2 days ago

degree in Accounting or Finance, related discipline Big 4 and relevant industry experience preferred 5+ years of progressive experience in revenue accounting and operation in the technology industry...

Accountant II San Jose State University

  • San Jose, CA (7 miles from Sunnyvale, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (7 miles from Sunnyvale, CA)
  • 2 days ago

This includes but is not limited to drawdowns/return of funds, reporting, general ledger reconciliations, preparing/posting journal entries, and collaboration with Bursars Office and FASO....

Staff Accountant

  • Santa Clara, CA (4 miles from Sunnyvale, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (4 miles from Sunnyvale, CA)
  • 2 days ago

We are searching for a Staff Accountant to join our team....

Regional Accountant Property Management Part-time

  • Santa Clara, CA (4 miles from Sunnyvale, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (4 miles from Sunnyvale, CA)
  • 3 days ago

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

Investment Tax Accountant

  • Palo Alto, CA (8 miles from Sunnyvale, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (8 miles from Sunnyvale, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Investment Tax Accountant Business Affairs: Financial Management Services (FMS), Redwood City, California, United States NewFinance3 days ago Post Date106578 Requisition # OVERVIEW The expected pay...

Accounting Professional? Discover A New Career In Saas Sales With Xero

  • San Mateo, CA (20 miles from Sunnyvale, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • San Mateo, CA (20 miles from Sunnyvale, CA)
  • 4 days ago

If you're an accountant ready to translate your financial acumen into a dynamic advisory role at the intersection of accounting and technology, we encourage you to apply.Why Xero?...

Demographic Data for Sunnyvale, CA

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Sunnyvale, CA

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Sunnyvale, 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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