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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Aszkenazy Development Inc

Junior Property Accountant

  • Aszkenazy Development Inc
  • San Fernando, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Fernando, CA
  • 1 day ago

Position Summary Aszkenazy Development Inc. is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Property Accountant to support the accounting operations for a portfolio of residential and commercial properties...

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Project Accountant (Hybrid)

  • Finsol Staffing
  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 10 days ago
  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 10 days ago

Senior Project Accountant Full-service construction firm seeking a Senior Project Accountant to support project managers, oversee project accounting operations, mentor junior staff, and ensure accurate...

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Senior Accountant

  • Kn Properties
  • Half Moon Bay, CA
  • 12 days ago
  • Half Moon Bay, CA
  • 12 days ago

Reconcile balance sheet general ledger balances and book appropriate journal entries Prepare year-end packages for tax preparer Serve as a trusted information resource and liaison to asset management...

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Medical Accountant

  • Thousand Oaks, CA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Thousand Oaks, CA
  • 4 hours ago

Medical Accountant Position Job Overview In the ever-evolving healthcare industry, a Medical Accountant plays a pivotal role in ensuring financial stability and compliance with regulatory standards....

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Bookkepper// Accountant

  • San Diego, CA
  • 4 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 4 hours ago

Principales actividades: Gestion de cuentas por pagar USA/MX. Gestion de cuentas por cobrar USA/MX. Facturacion a clientes USA/MX. Apoyo en procesos contables USA/MX. Cumplimiento de ley en...

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Senior Tax Accountant (Remote)

  • Molina Healthcare
  • Long Beach, CA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Long Beach, CA
  • 4 hours ago

Bachelors degree in accounting or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience....

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Accounting Professional

  • Van Nuys, CA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Van Nuys, CA
  • 4 hours ago

We are looking for a person with full experience in accounting. If you have experience in Platinum, MAS90 and Solomon it will be helpful but not necessary. We offer full benefits.

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Sr Accountant - Fullerton, CA

  • Odyssey Logistics
  • Fullerton, CA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Fullerton, CA
  • 5 hours ago

The Senior Accountant prepares certain journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations during the monthly and annual closings. They will complete ad hoc projects under the direction of the Sr....

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Treasury Accountant

  • The Salvation Army
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 6 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 6 hours ago

In addition, the Treasury Accountant assists with treasury-related reporting, supports audits, and helps maintain strong internal controls to protect divisional assets....

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Project Accountant II - Bond Program Finance Los Angeles Community College Dist.

  • MAAS Companies
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 7 hours ago

As Project Accountant II, you'll sit inside the Bond Program's Finance and Accounting team, processing invoices, resolving discrepancies, ensuring bond compliance on all payment requests, and working...

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Accountant - Los Angeles, CA

  • Planned Parenthood LA
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 13 hours ago

Accounting Manager, this position is responsible for reconciliations, journal entries, monthly bank reconciliations and preparation of audit roll forward schedules....

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11-001 - AP Accountant - SC/DHQ - Finance

  • Main Salvation Army
  • Carson, CA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Carson, CA
  • 13 hours ago

Perform journal entries to record corporate credit card transactions. Perform journal entries to distribute expenses among units/departments on consolidated accounts....

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Project Accountant

  • PBK
  • Berkeley, CA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Berkeley, CA
  • 14 hours ago

As a Project Accountant, you will be a key contributor to the financial accuracy and operational efficiency of our projects....

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Ads Accountant

  • Google
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 15 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 15 hours ago

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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
54.6%
Master's Degree
28.3%
Associate's Degree
6.8%
High School or GED
4.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.8%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.2%


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