Accountant Jobs in District of Columbia

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

  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago

Key Responsibilities Prepare and post journal entries for routine transactions and month-end close activities....

Contract accountant for news nonprofit

  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago

Open Campus is a nonprofit news organization that ensures communities have the independent information they need about higher education. By placing expert reporters in local newsrooms across the...

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Grants Accountant

  • Washington, DC
  • 3 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 3 days ago

Work with finance staff on month end closing such as prepaid, accrued expenses and make any journal entries as required. Responsible for some lead schedule for audit and 990 related works....

Staff Accountant

  • Washington, DC
  • 3 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 3 days ago

Staff Accountant Country Intelligence Group Today Secret Early Career (2+ yrs experience) $80,000 Finance Washington, DC (ON-SITE/OFFICE) Staff Accountant Country Intelligence Group is seeking a Staff...

Accountant - Greater Washington DC Area - Full-Time

  • Washington, DC
  • 6 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 6 days ago

The Accountant will interact with clients, their staff, Board of Directors, and Finance Committees on a regular basis....

Accountant - Greater Washington DC Area - Part-Time

  • Washington, DC
  • 6 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 6 days ago

The Accountant will interact with clients, their staff, Board of Directors, and Finance Committees on a regular basis....

Tax Accountant

  • Washington, DC
  • 6 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 6 days ago

degree in Accounting or related field Strong understanding of accounting principles and tax statutes and regulations Demonstrated ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects Proficiency with Microsoft...

Accountant

  • Washington, DC
  • 7 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 7 days ago

Key Responsibilities: Prepare and post journal entries in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) Reconcile bank statements and general ledger accounts on a regular basis Assist...

Senior Benefits Plan Accountant

  • Washington, DC
  • 7 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 7 days ago

Assist review of 457(f) Restoration Retirement Plan calculations and preparing journal entries to record the liability at the end of quarter....

Forensic Accountant Headquarter Divisions

  • Washington, DC
  • 7 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 7 days ago

The FBI is seeking Forensic Accountants nationwide for all of our field office locations....

Forensic Accountant Field Offices

  • Washington, DC
  • 7 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 7 days ago

The FBI is seeking Forensic Accountants nationwide for all of our field office locations....

Senior Accountant, Management Entity Accounting

  • Washington, DC
  • 9 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 9 days ago

Review and approve staff level transactional activity (including journal entries, vouchers, wires and customer invoices) and reconciliations....

Forensic Accountant Headquarter Divisions

  • Washington, DC
  • 10 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 10 days ago

The FBI is seeking Forensic Accountants nationwide for all of our field office locations....

Staff Accountant

  • Washington, DC
  • 11 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 11 days ago

Staff Accountant Qualifications & Skills: Bachelor s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field....

Unemployment Tax Accountant Specialist

  • Washington, DC
  • 11 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 11 days ago

This position functions as an Unemployment UI) Tax Accountant Specialist, responsible for the collection and analysis of required data to assess the effectiveness of key program areas within the Unemployment...

Demographic Data for District of Columbia

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in District of Columbia

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in District of Columbia 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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