Accountant Jobs in Cape Coral, FL

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

  • Fort Myers, FL (5 miles from Cape Coral, FL)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Fort Myers, FL (5 miles from Cape Coral, FL)
  • 20 hours ago

This position is responsible for performing general ledger accounting, reconciling accounts, preparing journal entries, and assisting with monthly close processes....

Accountant

  • Fort Myers, FL (5 miles from Cape Coral, FL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Fort Myers, FL (5 miles from Cape Coral, FL)
  • 9 days ago

About this role: The primary function is to perform general accounting/bookkeeping activities which may consists of invoice tracking, payment, & posting journal entries and to perform various procurement...

Accountant I (Lee County)

  • Fort Myers, FL (5 miles from Cape Coral, FL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Fort Myers, FL (5 miles from Cape Coral, FL)
  • 9 days ago

A successful Accountant will have a mix of organizational and analytical skills....

Sr Corporate Accountant

  • Estero, FL (18 miles from Cape Coral, FL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Estero, FL (18 miles from Cape Coral, FL)
  • 16 days ago

What We're Looking For: Minimum 3 years of hands-on accounting experience; Debt Accounting Preferred Bachelors Degree in accounting required; CPA preferred Experience with preparing journal entries...

Senior Accountant

  • Fort Myers, FL (5 miles from Cape Coral, FL)
  • 26 days ago
  • Fort Myers, FL (5 miles from Cape Coral, FL)
  • 26 days ago

to research and resolve ledger discrepancies Books maintenance and corrective journal entries Acts as liaison between Field (Operations and Accounting), bank and third party banking vendors....

Senior Accountant

  • Fort Myers, FL (13 miles from Cape Coral, FL)
  • 27 days ago
  • Fort Myers, FL (13 miles from Cape Coral, FL)
  • 27 days ago

to research and resolve ledger discrepancies Books maintenance and corrective journal entries Acts as liaison between Field (Operations and Accounting), bank and third party banking vendors....

Part- Time Grower Accountant

  • Estero, FL (18 miles from Cape Coral, FL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Estero, FL (18 miles from Cape Coral, FL)
  • 45+ days ago

Organizational Relationships Supervisor: Senior Grower Accountant Accountabilities and Responsibilities Reconciles SAP sales boards warehouse summary reports when needed Verifies that all customer deductions...

Tax Accountant

  • Estero, FL (18 miles from Cape Coral, FL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Estero, FL (18 miles from Cape Coral, FL)
  • 60+ days ago

Assist with other projects as needed at the direction of Manager, Sales, Use and Property Tax What We're Looking For: Bachelors Degree in Accounting or Finance; advanced degree preferred Interest in...

Accountant

  • Bonita Springs, FL (20 miles from Cape Coral, FL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Bonita Springs, FL (20 miles from Cape Coral, FL)
  • 90+ days ago

Job Purpose The Staff Accountant will provide management with financial information by researching and analyzing accounts, preparing journal entries and account reconciliations....

Fixed Asset - Construction Accountant

  • Fort Myers, FL (5 miles from Cape Coral, FL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Fort Myers, FL (5 miles from Cape Coral, FL)
  • 90+ days ago

Florida SouthWestern State College is accepting resumes in search of a Fixed Asset/Construction Accountant to join our team in the Office of Financial Services....

Internal Auditor (Remote within Florida)

  • Fort Myers, FL (6 miles from Cape Coral, FL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Fort Myers, FL (6 miles from Cape Coral, FL)
  • 90+ days ago

Education, Experience & Certification(s): Certification (Active and Current) from a professional organization recognized in the profession; such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Fraud...

Remote Work

Internal Auditor - Contracts (Remote - Within Florida)

  • Fort Myers, FL (6 miles from Cape Coral, FL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Fort Myers, FL (6 miles from Cape Coral, FL)
  • 90+ days ago

Certification (Active and Current) from a professional organization recognized in the profession; such as Certified Inspector General Investigator (CIGI), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) Certified Public Accountant...

Remote Work

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Cape Coral, FL

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Cape Coral, FL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
54.5%
Master's Degree
28.1%
Associate's Degree
6.9%
High School or GED
4.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.8%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.2%


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