Accountant Jobs in Valley Center, 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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Staff Accountant - Fully Onsite

  • Carlsbad, CA (18 miles from Valley Center, CA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Carlsbad, CA (18 miles from Valley Center, CA)
  • 18 hours ago

Salary:$75-85k(DOE) + Bonus Job Description: We are seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant with experience in accounts payable and receivable....

Senior Cost Accountant - Fully Onsite

  • Carlsbad, CA (18 miles from Valley Center, CA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Carlsbad, CA (18 miles from Valley Center, CA)
  • 18 hours ago

Salary:$80-120k(DOE) + Bonus Job Description: The Senior Cost Accountant manage product costing, inventory valuation, and financial reporting in manufacturing operations....

Accountant Tax

  • Carlsbad, CA (18 miles from Valley Center, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Carlsbad, CA (18 miles from Valley Center, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Assist in month-end close, including input of journal entries and schedule preparation (to include foreign currency gains and losses)....

Property Accountant

  • Temecula, CA (18 miles from Valley Center, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Temecula, CA (18 miles from Valley Center, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Create and post journal entries, including adjustments recommended by CPAs during tax filing. Conduct regular reviews of General Ledgers on a quarterly and annual basis....

Staff Accountant

  • Carlsbad, CA (18 miles from Valley Center, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Carlsbad, CA (18 miles from Valley Center, CA)
  • 3 days ago

STAFF ACCOUNTANT Our company is looking for a Staff Accountant who is eager to join a dynamic team who values a positive work culture....

Accountant

  • Temecula, CA (18 miles from Valley Center, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Temecula, CA (18 miles from Valley Center, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Accountant who will be responsible for supporting the Accounting functions for multiple facilities across the Region....

General Accountant II

  • Poway, CA (18 miles from Valley Center, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Poway, CA (18 miles from Valley Center, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Requirements Minimum Qualifications: Requires bachelors degree in accounting or equivalent and 4 or more years in general accounting experience or related experience....

Senior Accountant

  • Carlsbad, CA (18 miles from Valley Center, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Carlsbad, CA (18 miles from Valley Center, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Job Title: Senior Accountant Location: Remote What's the Job? Own and execute complex month-end close activities, including journal entries and reconciliations....

Remote Work

Senior Accountant

  • Carlsbad, CA (18 miles from Valley Center, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Carlsbad, CA (18 miles from Valley Center, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Qualifications: Education & Experience: Bachelors degree in Accounting or related field required....

Accountant

  • Carlsbad, CA (18 miles from Valley Center, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Carlsbad, CA (18 miles from Valley Center, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Job Title: Senior Accountant Location: Remote Whats the Job? Own and execute complex month-end close activities, including journal entries and reconciliations....

Remote Work

Royalty Accountant

  • Carlsbad, CA (18 miles from Valley Center, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Carlsbad, CA (18 miles from Valley Center, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Assists with month-end close processing, including preparing and uploading journal entries, accruals. Etc. Performs account reconciliations and assists with year-end close....

Accountant needed for XBRL/10-K/10-Q

  • Carlsbad, CA (18 miles from Valley Center, CA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Carlsbad, CA (18 miles from Valley Center, CA)
  • 18 days ago

un Accountant needed for XBRL/10-K/10-Q (carlsbad) compensation: 40-50 an hour depends on experience Looking for assistant accountant to help with reporting....

Staff Accountant

  • Solana Beach, CA (24 miles from Valley Center, CA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Solana Beach, CA (24 miles from Valley Center, CA)
  • 19 days ago

Additionally, the Staff Accountant will be assigned special projects as they become familiar with the position....

Staff Accountant

  • Poway, CA (18 miles from Valley Center, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Poway, CA (18 miles from Valley Center, CA)
  • 21 days ago

Essential duties and responsibilities: Prepare monthly journal entries for various balance sheet accounts including Cash, Prepaids, Fixed Assets, Payroll and Accruals Prepare account reconciliations...

Accountant I

  • Encinitas, CA (23 miles from Valley Center, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Encinitas, CA (23 miles from Valley Center, CA)
  • 21 days ago

COMPENSATION (Effective June 28, 2025) ACCOUNTANT I: $34.58-$48.38 per hour depending on qualifications ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS This at will position responsibilities include the recording of all accounting...

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Valley Center, CA

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Valley Center, 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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