Accountant Jobs in Danbury, CT

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

  • Dover Plains, NY (24 miles from Danbury, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • Dover Plains, NY (24 miles from Danbury, CT)
  • 2 days ago

Accountant - IBSPOT.COM INC - Dover Plains, NY. Develop budgets and financial reports using QuickBooks and Excel. Manage records and statements in QuickBooks and Xero....

Staff Accountant

  • Greenwich, CT (24 miles from Danbury, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • Greenwich, CT (24 miles from Danbury, CT)
  • 2 days ago

invoices; apply incoming payments Perform bank reconciliations for multiple accounts Assist with month-end close: journal entries, account reconciliations, and reports Review and track employee expense...

Cost Accountant

  • Peekskill, NY (24 miles from Danbury, CT)
  • 3 days ago
  • Peekskill, NY (24 miles from Danbury, CT)
  • 3 days ago

Cost Accountant oversees manufacturing activities, annual cost rolls, ensuring accurate recording of costs, analysis of variances, and adherence to accounting standards....

Junior Fiduciary Accountant

  • Stamford, CT (22 miles from Danbury, CT)
  • 5 days ago
  • Stamford, CT (22 miles from Danbury, CT)
  • 5 days ago

Junior Fiduciary Accountant Overview: A well-established and highly respected private client services firm is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Junior Fiduciary Accountant to join its Trusts &...

Grant Accountant - Temporary

  • Peekskill, NY (24 miles from Danbury, CT)
  • 5 days ago
  • Peekskill, NY (24 miles from Danbury, CT)
  • 5 days ago

Sun River Health is seeking a full-time Grant Accountant to join our Peekskill Executive Office....

Fiduciary Accountant (Hybrid)

  • Stamford, CT (22 miles from Danbury, CT)
  • 6 days ago
  • Stamford, CT (22 miles from Danbury, CT)
  • 6 days ago

Description: We are seeking a Fiduciary Accountant to join our team....

Staff Accountant

  • Westport, CT (17 miles from Danbury, CT)
  • 6 days ago
  • Westport, CT (17 miles from Danbury, CT)
  • 6 days ago

, is seeking a hands-on Staff Accountant with strong Accounts Payable experience....

Tax & Fund Accountant (Hybrid)

  • Greenwich, CT (24 miles from Danbury, CT)
  • 7 days ago
  • Greenwich, CT (24 miles from Danbury, CT)
  • 7 days ago

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Accountant/Supervisor

  • Norwalk, CT (17 miles from Danbury, CT)
  • 8 days ago
  • Norwalk, CT (17 miles from Danbury, CT)
  • 8 days ago

Key Responsibilities: Manage day-to-day general ledger activities, including journal entries and account reconciliations Oversee month-end close processes and preparation of financial reporting packages...

Staff Accountant

  • Bedford Hills, NY (15 miles from Danbury, CT)
  • 9 days ago
  • Bedford Hills, NY (15 miles from Danbury, CT)
  • 9 days ago

GROUNDSPERSON Oregon, Beaverton General Tree Care Full Time GROUN005711 JOB SUMMARY The General Tree Care Team are the muscle of our operation. These industrial athletes work together to provide...

Senior Fund Accountant, Flagship Direct Lending Funds

  • Greenwich, CT (24 miles from Danbury, CT)
  • 9 days ago
  • Greenwich, CT (24 miles from Danbury, CT)
  • 9 days ago

Position Overview Apollo is a high-growth, global alternative asset manager. In our asset management business, we seek to provide our clients excess return at every point along the risk-reward...

Accountant

  • Cortlandt Manor, NY (23 miles from Danbury, CT)
  • 10 days ago
  • Cortlandt Manor, NY (23 miles from Danbury, CT)
  • 10 days ago

Our client, a leader in the Healthcare space is adding 2 Accountants to their team. This role will be in-office with work life flexibility, including a 35-hr work week....

Staff Accountant

  • Milford, CT (24 miles from Danbury, CT)
  • 10 days ago
  • Milford, CT (24 miles from Danbury, CT)
  • 10 days ago

Prepare journal entries to support the financial reporting process. Support the Senior Accountant with the preparation of financial statements and reporting....

Senior Accountant

  • Stamford, CT (22 miles from Danbury, CT)
  • 10 days ago
  • Stamford, CT (22 miles from Danbury, CT)
  • 10 days ago

Job Responsibilities Assist in month-end and quarter-end closing procedures including preparing journal entries and proper support documentation in timely manner; Prepare complex account analyses and...

Staff Accountant

  • Stamford, CT (22 miles from Danbury, CT)
  • 10 days ago
  • Stamford, CT (22 miles from Danbury, CT)
  • 10 days ago

Summary Job Responsibilities Prepare journal entries for the general ledger Prepare supporting workbooks and schedules for month-end financial close Assist with preparation and analysis of subsidiary...

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Danbury, CT

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Danbury, CT 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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