Accountant Jobs in Newington, 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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Senior Accountant Senior Accountant

  • Hartford, CT (7 miles from Newington, CT)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Hartford, CT (7 miles from Newington, CT)
  • 17 hours ago

Senior Accountant The Hartford 4.5 ( ) Hartford, CT Why you should apply for a job to The Hartford : Ranked as one of the 4.5/5 in overall job satisfaction 4.5/5 in supportive management 76% say women...

Accountant

  • Wallingford, CT (16 miles from Newington, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Wallingford, CT (16 miles from Newington, CT)
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities include maintaining financial records, reports, and statements, as well as managing accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger. Candidates should have a bachelor's...

Senior Associate, Statutory Reporting Accountant in MA

  • Windsor, CT (12 miles from Newington, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Windsor, CT (12 miles from Newington, CT)
  • 1 day ago

Job Description Senior Associate, Statutory Reporting Accountant Locations : Remote United States We are open to candidates in any time zone within the United States!...

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Senior Accountant

  • Hartford, CT (7 miles from Newington, CT)
  • 3 days ago
  • Hartford, CT (7 miles from Newington, CT)
  • 3 days ago

Sr Accountant - FA08BE Were determined to make a difference and are proud to be an insurance company that goes well beyond coverages and policies....

Claims Consultant - Accountants and Professional Liability

  • Hartford, CT (7 miles from Newington, CT)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hartford, CT (7 miles from Newington, CT)
  • 4 days ago

The Hartford Financial Lines Errors & Omissions E&O Claims Group has an open Claim Consultant position handling a caseload of third-party Accountants and Miscellaneous Professional Liability (MPL) claims...

Accountant II

  • Farmington, CT (5 miles from Newington, CT)
  • 5 days ago
  • Farmington, CT (5 miles from Newington, CT)
  • 5 days ago

Reconcile all fixed asset accounts and prepare year-end journal entries and audit schedules....

Staff Accountant

  • Bristol, CT (10 miles from Newington, CT)
  • 5 days ago
  • Bristol, CT (10 miles from Newington, CT)
  • 5 days ago

Responsibilities of the Staff Accountant: Prepare journal entries and maintain general ledger accounts. The Senior Staff Accountant will prepare account reconciliations....

Senior Accountant

  • Hartford, CT (7 miles from Newington, CT)
  • 5 days ago
  • Hartford, CT (7 miles from Newington, CT)
  • 5 days ago

SENIOR ACCOUNTANT Location: Hartford, CT JOB DESCRIPTION: CFS is currently partnered with a company in Hartford, CT looking to identify a Senior Accountant to join their team. Why work here?...

Senior Accountant, Reinsurance

  • Farmington, CT (5 miles from Newington, CT)
  • 5 days ago
  • Farmington, CT (5 miles from Newington, CT)
  • 5 days ago

With a company culture rooted in collaboration, expertise and innovation, we aim to promote progress and inspire our clients, employees, investors and communities to achieve their greatest...

Accounts Receivable/Staff Accountant

  • Windsor, CT (12 miles from Newington, CT)
  • 8 days ago
  • Windsor, CT (12 miles from Newington, CT)
  • 8 days ago

Ensuring Chart's Success Howden, is a global engineering business who focuses on providing clinets with industrial products that help multiple sectors improve their everyday processes. Howden's...

Accountant

  • Watertown, CT (19 miles from Newington, CT)
  • 9 days ago
  • Watertown, CT (19 miles from Newington, CT)
  • 9 days ago

degree in Accounting or related field Minimum of 3 years of public accounting experience (preferred) CPA certification or CPA candidate strongly preferred Proficient in accounting software; CCH software...

Senior Accountant

  • Manchester, CT (11 miles from Newington, CT)
  • 9 days ago
  • Manchester, CT (11 miles from Newington, CT)
  • 9 days ago

Our client, a globally recognized leader in health and hygiene, has an immediate need for a temporary Cost Accountant to support their new Site Controller in the Manchester area....

Tax Accountant

  • Windsor, CT (12 miles from Newington, CT)
  • 11 days ago
  • Windsor, CT (12 miles from Newington, CT)
  • 11 days ago

Tax Accountant Location: Windsor, Connecticut Remote: Remote Type: Contract Job #61254 Salary: $40.00 - $50.00 Sr. Tax Accountant needed for contract role....

Senior Statutory Accountant

  • West Hartford, CT (4 miles from Newington, CT)
  • 12 days ago
  • West Hartford, CT (4 miles from Newington, CT)
  • 12 days ago

Senior Statutory Accountant Accounting/Finance Permanent Yes United States West Hartford, Connecticut Job Description General Job Title: Senior Statutory Accountant Division: Finance Job Summary: The...

Senior Accountant

  • Hartford, CT (7 miles from Newington, CT)
  • 12 days ago
  • Hartford, CT (7 miles from Newington, CT)
  • 12 days ago

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE REQUIRED Minimum Education & Experience: Bachelors Degree in Accounting or related field plus 7 years of accounting/auditing experience....

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Newington, CT

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Newington, 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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