Accountant Jobs in Greenwich, 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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Staff Accountant

“ Staff Accountant Purpose of Position: The Staff Accountant is responsible for the preparation of financial statements, G/L account analysis, journal entries, reconciliations, payroll, and AP....

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Senior Accountant

  • NPAworldwide Recruitment Network
  • Bridgeport, CT (23 miles from Greenwich, CT)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Bridgeport, CT (23 miles from Greenwich, CT)
  • 19 hours ago

Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and month end close schedules. Reconcile billing systems to the general ledger and resolve discrepancies....

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Sr Lease Accountant

  • Barnes & Noble
  • Westbury, NY (17 miles from Greenwich, CT)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Westbury, NY (17 miles from Greenwich, CT)
  • 20 hours ago

Knowledge & Experience Bachelors degree in accounting. Minimum Four years work experience in the accounting field, lease accounting required.. Masters in accounting and/or CPA Preferred....

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Payroll/General Accountant

  • Westchester Community Health Center
  • Mount Vernon, NY (14 miles from Greenwich, CT)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Mount Vernon, NY (14 miles from Greenwich, CT)
  • 23 hours ago

Prepares and Enters Payroll Journal Entries. Filing. Prepares support for Bi-Weekly Federal drawdown. Ensures all payroll year-end adjustments and processes are complete....

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BIC Accountant, level I, Local-FSB1

  • Atlas Copco Drilling Solutions
  • Bogota, NJ (23 miles from Greenwich, CT)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Bogota, NJ (23 miles from Greenwich, CT)
  • 23 hours ago

Your role Bring your curiosity to work as our next Accountant. You will be part of our finance team reporting to the Business Controller....

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Accountant

  • Arch Capital Group Ltd.
  • Garden City, NY (21 miles from Greenwich, CT)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Garden City, NY (21 miles from Greenwich, CT)
  • 23 hours ago

entries with supporting documentation, ensuring compliance with internal controls and accounting standards Support income statement close activities and assist with related financial reporting deliverables...

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Senior accountant- CPA firm

  • Garden City, NY (21 miles from Greenwich, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Garden City, NY (21 miles from Greenwich, CT)
  • 1 day ago

Garden City CPA firm looking for senior accountant with at least 5 years working in CPA firm. Applicant must have experience with Lacerte, Quickbooks and Quickbooks online....

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Accountant/Bookkeeper

  • Garden City, NY (21 miles from Greenwich, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Garden City, NY (21 miles from Greenwich, CT)
  • 1 day ago

Small CPA Firm located in Garden City NY looking for an accounting professional. Must have experience with Quickbooks Online, Reconciling Bank Statements/CC Statements. Tax Return preparation...

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Quickbooks Accountant Full Charge

  • Congers, NY (17 miles from Greenwich, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Congers, NY (17 miles from Greenwich, CT)
  • 1 day ago

Expanding Rockland County CPA Firm (10 person) is looking to hire an additional Quickbooks Accountant. Must have 10 years of relevant Quickbooks experience....

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School Accountant/Account Manager Anticipated

  • Englewood Public School District
  • Englewood, NJ (20 miles from Greenwich, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Englewood, NJ (20 miles from Greenwich, CT)
  • 1 day ago

SCHOOL ACCOUNTANT/ACCOUNT MANAGER **Anticipated** QUALIFICATIONS: Hold a Bachelor's degree or higher in accounting Hold a Business Administrator certificate, preferred Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred...

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Senior Accountant(Temp)

  • Interactive Brokers Group Inc.
  • Greenwich, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • Greenwich, CT
  • 1 day ago

What will be your responsibilities within IBKR: Daily accounting monitoring and P&L analysis and reporting for certain entities Month-end close (journal entries, reconciliations, analytical review)...

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Senior Tax Accountant - CPA

  • Goodwin Recruiting
  • Port Chester, NY (2 miles from Greenwich, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Port Chester, NY (2 miles from Greenwich, CT)
  • 1 day ago

A dynamic CPA firm with over 40 years of success, seeks a seasoned Tax Accountant....

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Major Accounts CPA District Manager

  • ADP
  • Stamford, CT (4 miles from Greenwich, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Stamford, CT (4 miles from Greenwich, CT)
  • 1 day ago

ADP is hiring a CPA District Manager. The CPA Centric District Manager sells MAS products to new prospects and current clients in the 50-150 employee Company. At ADP we are driven by your success....

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Senior Tax Accountant

  • Kforce
  • Jericho, NY (17 miles from Greenwich, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Jericho, NY (17 miles from Greenwich, CT)
  • 1 day ago

Summary:As a Senior Tax Accountant, you will develop and maintain solid client relationships while working on challenging assignments....

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Greenwich, CT

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Greenwich, CT 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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