Accountant Jobs in Putnam, 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 - High Tech Manufacturing

  • Milford, MA (24 miles from Putnam, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Milford, MA (24 miles from Putnam, CT)
  • 1 day ago

SENIOR ACCOUNTANT - HIGH TECH MANUFACTURING Location: Milford, MA JOB DESCRIPTION: CFS has partnered with a high tech manufacturing firm to hire a Senior Accountant....

Sr Staff Accountant

  • Johnston, RI (18 miles from Putnam, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • Johnston, RI (18 miles from Putnam, CT)
  • 2 days ago

Qualifications, Education, Certifications and/or Other Professional Credentials + Required Qualifications + Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. + 2+ years of experience in accounting...

AP Accountant

  • Johnston, RI (18 miles from Putnam, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • Johnston, RI (18 miles from Putnam, CT)
  • 2 days ago

Kforce has a client that is seeking an AP Accountant in Johnston, RI....

Tax Accountant II

  • Providence, RI (23 miles from Putnam, CT)
  • 3 days ago
  • Providence, RI (23 miles from Putnam, CT)
  • 3 days ago

Tax Accountant II, Fiduciary Tax, Private Bank - This job is responsible for providing technical fiduciary expertise to Private Bank client teams, focused on differentiating client service and expanding...

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Property Accountant

  • Johnston, RI (18 miles from Putnam, CT)
  • 3 days ago
  • Johnston, RI (18 miles from Putnam, CT)
  • 3 days ago

Are you an experienced and meticulous Property Accountant ready to take on a pivotal role with a thriving client of ours in Rhode Island?...

Senior Tax Accountant

  • Warwick, RI (24 miles from Putnam, CT)
  • 3 days ago
  • Warwick, RI (24 miles from Putnam, CT)
  • 3 days ago

Are you a highly motivated Senior Tax Accountant looking for an exciting new challenge?...

Tax Accountant III

  • Providence, RI (23 miles from Putnam, CT)
  • 3 days ago
  • Providence, RI (23 miles from Putnam, CT)
  • 3 days ago

Job Description: At Bank of America, we are guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. We do this by driving Responsible Growth and...

Remote Work

FEMA Disaster Management Accountant

  • Warwick, RI (24 miles from Putnam, CT)
  • 4 days ago
  • Warwick, RI (24 miles from Putnam, CT)
  • 4 days ago

**Preferred Qualifications:** Certification such as CPA (Certified Public Accountant), CFE (Certified Fraud Examiner), or CFF (Certified in Financial Forensics)....

Accountant

  • Johnston, RI (18 miles from Putnam, CT)
  • 4 days ago
  • Johnston, RI (18 miles from Putnam, CT)
  • 4 days ago

Kforce has a client that is seeking an Accountant in Johnston, RI....

Accountant

  • Warwick, RI (24 miles from Putnam, CT)
  • 5 days ago
  • Warwick, RI (24 miles from Putnam, CT)
  • 5 days ago

Bishop Hendricken High School is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Part-Time/Full-Time Accountant to join our Business Office....

Senior Accountant/Analyst

  • Sturbridge, MA (19 miles from Putnam, CT)
  • 5 days ago
  • Sturbridge, MA (19 miles from Putnam, CT)
  • 5 days ago

The Senior Accountant/Analyst is accountable for grants management, GEM$, and DESE communication and obligations....

Assistant Corporate Accountant-Milfod, MA

  • Milford, MA (24 miles from Putnam, CT)
  • 6 days ago
  • Milford, MA (24 miles from Putnam, CT)
  • 6 days ago

Assistant Corporate Accountant Consigli Construction Co., Inc....

Senior Accountant

  • North Providence, RI (22 miles from Putnam, CT)
  • 8 days ago
  • North Providence, RI (22 miles from Putnam, CT)
  • 8 days ago

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES : To perform supervisory and advanced professional accounting work; to assist in the maintenance of the state governmental accounting system; and to do related work as...

Senior Accountant

  • Providence, RI (23 miles from Putnam, CT)
  • 10 days ago
  • Providence, RI (23 miles from Putnam, CT)
  • 10 days ago

The Opportunity As the Senior Accountant, you will be the bedrock of our financial operations....

Senior Accountant

  • Providence, RI (23 miles from Putnam, CT)
  • 10 days ago
  • Providence, RI (23 miles from Putnam, CT)
  • 10 days ago

Degree in Accounting or equivalent work experience + 4+ years of relevant accounting experience + Proven experience leading a team under pressure to meet deadlinescombined with the ability to communicate...

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Putnam, CT

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Putnam, 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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