Accountant Jobs in Fort Lauderdale, 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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WAI Global

Senior Accountant

  • WAI Global
  • Miramar, FL (10 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 9 days ago
  • WAI Global
  • Miramar, FL (10 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 9 days ago

Preparation of monthly and quarterly journal entries....

HRO Associate District Manager - CPA Centric

  • Miami, FL (24 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Miami, FL (24 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 15 days ago

ADP is hiring an Accountant Channel Sales Representative. Do you thrive on networking to gain business and the opportunity to sell industry-leading solutions?...

Certified Public Accountant

  • Boca Raton, FL (16 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Boca Raton, FL (16 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 2 hours ago

Responsibilities + Support the month-end close process and have a strong understanding of internal control concepts. + Prepare journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations, identifying and resolving...

Inventory Accountant

  • Miami, FL (24 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Miami, FL (24 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 2 hours ago

Job Description As an Inventory Accountant, you will play a critical role in managing and reconciling inventory accounts, preparing monthly journal entries, and ensuring compliance with company policies...

Staff Accountant II, AR

  • Boca Raton, FL (16 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Boca Raton, FL (16 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 6 hours ago

The Staff Accountant II, AR checks monthly billing against contracted per diem rates for correctness....

Senior Accountant

  • Miami Beach, FL (24 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Miami Beach, FL (24 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 17 hours ago

Kforce has a client that is seeking a Senior Accountant in Miami Beach, FL.Duties Include: Manage intercompany transactions and reconciliations across multiple entities Prepare and post journal entries...

Senior Accountant

  • Boca Raton, FL (16 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Boca Raton, FL (16 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 20 hours ago

Qualifications Education: Bachelors degree in accounting, finance, or another business-related field. Masters degree in accounting or MBA. CPA certification (preferred)....

Senior Cost Accountant

  • Deerfield Beach, FL (13 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Deerfield Beach, FL (13 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 1 day ago

Cost Accountant needed in Deerfield Beach FL! Job Description We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Sr. Cost Accountant to oversee cost accounting functions within our organization....

Sr Staff Accountant - Boca

  • Boca Raton, FL (16 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Boca Raton, FL (16 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 1 day ago

entries by compiling and analyzing account information Support period-end and year-end close process Support quarter-end and year-end financial reporting package process Analyze transactions for correct...

Senior Property Accountant

  • Miami, FL (24 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Miami, FL (24 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 2 days ago

We are currently seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Senior Property Accountant to oversee financial operations for a portfolio of residential properties....

Interim Inventory Accountant

  • Miami, FL (24 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Miami, FL (24 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 2 days ago

Prepare and post accurate journal entries, maintaining detailed documentation to support all entries....

Accountant

  • Miami, FL (24 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Miami, FL (24 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 2 days ago

Overview The Accountant I is responsible for performing routine accounting tasks, including preparing reconciliations, analyzing discrepancies, and processing journal entries....

Real Estate Budget Analyst I (TEMP)

  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 2 days ago

Prepare purchase orders, check requests, expense reports, journal entries, and budget transfers....

Accountant

  • Hollywood, FL (7 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hollywood, FL (7 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 2 days ago

Growing company is looking for a degreed accountant to prepare financial statements and be responsible for balance sheet reconciliations, A/P, A/R, journal entries, accruals and more....

Financial Services Accountant - 55007280

  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 2 days ago

Requisition No: 851447 Agency: Department of Transportation Working Title: FINANCIAL SERVICES ACCOUNTANT - 55007280 Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 55007280 Salary: $36,757.37 - $47,568.36...

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Fort Lauderdale, FL

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Fort Lauderdale, 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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