Accountant Jobs in California

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
  • 7 days ago
  • Hayward, CA
  • 7 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...

with relevant accounting exposure Key Responsibilities: Reconcile bank transactions and resolve discrepancies Record daily journal entries and support expense tracking Process employee reimbursements...

Accountant

  • Costa Mesa, CA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA
  • 5 hours ago

Key Deliverables: Prepare journal entries, including sales, cost of sales, payroll uploads, etc. Prepare and review appropriate subsidiary schedules for the financial statements....

Accountant III

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 5 hours ago

Maintains, reconciles, and analyzes general ledger and accounts, finance leases, and prepares complex transactions and journal entries, requiring a deep understanding of the business or program....

Accountant (2 positions)

  • Oroville, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Oroville, CA
  • 8 hours ago

There are two (2) Accountant vacancies and they will play a key role in managing complex financial operations with precision and independence....

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Tax, Law or a related field and 2 years of work experience in Tax and/or Financial Planning....

Accountant

  • San Diego, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 8 hours ago

Accountant Reviews general ledger accounts and prepares and adjusts journal entries....

Accountant-Auditor I/II/Senior

  • Lakeport, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Lakeport, CA
  • 8 hours ago

Education and Experience: Bachelors degree in accounting, business administration, finance, economics, or a directly related field and four (4) years of full-time experience performing accounting, auditing...

Staff Accountant

  • Carlsbad, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Carlsbad, CA
  • 8 hours ago

What You Will Do: Support the accounting function in month end close processes Record and reconcile journal entries, general ledger accounts, and bank statements Run monthly and quarterly reports to...

Staff Accountant

  • Kentfield, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Kentfield, CA
  • 8 hours ago

The position also serves as a lead, providing direction and assisting other staff with resolving work-related issues, under the direction of the Senior Accountant....

Accountant

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 12 hours ago

Prepares assigned recurring and non-recurring journal entries for the month-end closing process....

Project Accountant 2

  • Folsom, CA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Folsom, CA
  • 12 hours ago

Project Accountant 2 - (184916) At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring...

Accountant

  • Colton, CA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Colton, CA
  • 12 hours ago

Accountant. Bachelor's degree + 1 year of experience req'd. Salary $58,000 yearly....

Senior Accountant

  • Truckee, CA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Truckee, CA
  • 12 hours ago

SENIOR ACCOUNTANT Monthly Salary: $7,543.61 – $10,183.87 The Town of Truckee is seeking a full-time Senior Accountant to join our Administrative Services Department....

Senior Accountant

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 13 hours ago

Key Responsibilities: Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and monthly close procedures Assist in the preparation of financial statements and regulatory reports Analyze financial...

Demographic Data for California

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in California

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
54.5%
Master's Degree
28.1%
Associate's Degree
6.9%
High School or GED
4.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.8%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.2%


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