Accountant Jobs in Union City, 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 (5 miles from Union City, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Hayward, CA (5 miles from Union City, CA)
  • 6 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...

Payroll Accountant

  • Sunnyvale, CA (12 miles from Union City, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (12 miles from Union City, CA)
  • 11 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 Preparer - Work From Home

  • San Francisco, CA (23 miles from Union City, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (23 miles from Union City, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Overview At Intuit we believe everyone should have the opportunity to prosper, which is why our mission is Powering Prosperity Around the World. Being a mission-driven company includes living our...

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Senior Business Tax Accountant - Work From Home

  • San Francisco, CA (23 miles from Union City, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (23 miles from Union City, CA)
  • 16 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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Business Tax Associate - Work From Home - 3+ Yrs Paid Tax Experience Required

  • San Francisco, CA (23 miles from Union City, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (23 miles from Union City, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Overview At Intuit we believe everyone should have the opportunity to prosper, which is why our mission is Powering Prosperity Around the World. Being a mission-driven company includes living our...

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Business Tax Specialist - Work From Home

  • San Francisco, CA (23 miles from Union City, CA)
  • 25 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (23 miles from Union City, CA)
  • 25 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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Senior Business Tax Consultant - Work From Home

  • San Francisco, CA (23 miles from Union City, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (23 miles from Union City, 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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Tax Accountant - Work from Home

  • San Francisco, CA (23 miles from Union City, CA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA (23 miles from Union City, CA)
  • 12 hours ago

Overview At Intuit, we are on a mission to Power Prosperity Around the World. We are currently seeking passionate and experienced Tax Associates to join our team for the upcoming tax season. If...

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Senior Accountant

  • San Francisco, CA (23 miles from Union City, CA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA (23 miles from Union City, CA)
  • 12 hours ago

Drive process automation initiatives to streamline journal entries, reporting, and system integrations, enhancing efficiency and accuracy....

Senior Accountant (ONSITE)

  • San Jose, CA (19 miles from Union City, CA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • San Jose, CA (19 miles from Union City, CA)
  • 12 hours ago

Complete monthly reclassifications of journal entries as needed....

Program Accountant #2425-0720

  • Pleasant Hill, CA (24 miles from Union City, CA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Pleasant Hill, CA (24 miles from Union City, CA)
  • 13 hours ago

Applications will only be considered complete when the EDJOIN application is complete (including all supplemental questions) and the attachments listed below are included. Under direction,...

Tax Accountant - Work from Home - 2+ Yrs Paid Tax Experience Required

  • San Francisco, CA (23 miles from Union City, CA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA (23 miles from Union City, CA)
  • 17 hours ago

Overview At Intuit, we are on a mission to Power Prosperity Around the World. We are currently seeking passionate and experienced Tax Associates to join our team for the upcoming tax season. If...

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Sr Accountant

  • San Mateo, CA (15 miles from Union City, CA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • San Mateo, CA (15 miles from Union City, CA)
  • 18 hours ago

Sr Accountant Recruiter Ursus, Inc....

Construction Project Accountant (Project Cost Control Specialist)

  • San Francisco, CA (23 miles from Union City, CA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA (23 miles from Union City, CA)
  • 18 hours ago

entries Review and reconcile vendor statements in collaboration with PMs for outstanding invoices, while communicating with both vendors and team members on the status of invoices and checks Provide...

Accountant

  • San Francisco, CA (23 miles from Union City, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA (23 miles from Union City, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Collaborate with external accountants on reconciliations, documentation requests, and preparation of journal entries while assisting in the wind down of the engagement....

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Union City, CA

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Union City, 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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