Accountant Jobs in Lake Mary, 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 Tax Accountant

  • Orlando, FL (15 miles from Lake Mary, FL)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Orlando, FL (15 miles from Lake Mary, FL)
  • 7 hours ago

Tax Staff Accountant Job Summary: The Tax Staff Accountant provides high-quality accounting and tax services for clients including tax planning, tax return preparation and business consulting....

Senior Accountant

  • Orlando, FL (15 miles from Lake Mary, FL)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Orlando, FL (15 miles from Lake Mary, FL)
  • 18 hours ago

Performs these tasks with limited or no supervision. • Monitors investments and prepares journal entries from reports submitted by investment managers....

Staff Accountant - Cash Postings and Receivables

  • Orlando, FL (14 miles from Lake Mary, FL)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Orlando, FL (14 miles from Lake Mary, FL)
  • 18 hours ago

Responsibilities Independently manage and maintain over 100 trust accounts for the people we serve by reconciling consumer bank accounts, transferring funds, managing credit card limits, and any...

Accountant Assets and Projects Remote

  • Altamonte Springs, FL (6 miles from Lake Mary, FL)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Altamonte Springs, FL (6 miles from Lake Mary, FL)
  • 20 hours ago

The accountant serves as a liaison between the corporate office and the facilities to provide analysis and support in decision-making....

Remote Work

Accounts Receivable / Staff Accountant

  • Orlando, FL (15 miles from Lake Mary, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Orlando, FL (15 miles from Lake Mary, FL)
  • 1 day ago

Prepare journal entries that affect the balance sheets and income statements. Develop support schedules and ensure we have an audit trail....

Accountant Shared Services Remote

  • Altamonte Springs, FL (6 miles from Lake Mary, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Altamonte Springs, FL (6 miles from Lake Mary, FL)
  • 1 day ago

The accountant serves as a liaison between the corporate office and the facilities to provide analysis and support in decision-making....

Remote Work

Senior Sales Tax Accountant

  • Maitland, FL (9 miles from Lake Mary, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Maitland, FL (9 miles from Lake Mary, FL)
  • 1 day ago

Kforce has a client that is seeking a Senior Sales Tax Accountant in Maitland, FL....

Region Sr Accountant

  • Sanford, FL (5 miles from Lake Mary, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Sanford, FL (5 miles from Lake Mary, FL)
  • 2 days ago

QUALIFICATIONS: Education and Experience Bachelor Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration 2-4 years basic accounting experience Strong written and verbal communications skills....

Bookkeeper/accountant to work with Quick books

  • Sanford, FL (5 miles from Lake Mary, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Sanford, FL (5 miles from Lake Mary, FL)
  • 2 days ago

This is an in house position. You must work at our location. We sell materials for home renovation and real estate. JOB INVOLVES RECONCILING OF BANK ACCOUNTS CREDIT CARD ACCOUNTS ACCOUNTS...

Accountant IV - 55006103

  • Orlando, FL (15 miles from Lake Mary, FL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Orlando, FL (15 miles from Lake Mary, FL)
  • 5 days ago

The Work You Will Do: Accountant IV and Turnpike Enterprise/Chief Financial Officer/Tolls Financial Services/Traffic & Revenue Audit Center....

Staff Accountant

  • Orlando, FL (15 miles from Lake Mary, FL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Orlando, FL (15 miles from Lake Mary, FL)
  • 6 days ago

SUMMARY The Staff Accountant position will be responsible for reviewing the general ledger accounts and performing account analysis, preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, and assisting...

GL Accountant

  • Orlando, FL (15 miles from Lake Mary, FL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Orlando, FL (15 miles from Lake Mary, FL)
  • 6 days ago

Determine the necessary journal entries to record or correct transactions. Prepare and record the appropriate accounting journal entries including monthly accruals....

Cost Accountant

  • Orlando, FL (15 miles from Lake Mary, FL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Orlando, FL (15 miles from Lake Mary, FL)
  • 6 days ago

YOUR IMPACT Perform general cost accounting functions including journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close processes in compliance with the Corporate Accounting Policies and Procedures...

Senior Accountant

  • Orlando, FL (15 miles from Lake Mary, FL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Orlando, FL (15 miles from Lake Mary, FL)
  • 7 days ago

Organization SE CFO Business Unit Accounting & Controlling Full / Part time Full-time Experience Level Experienced Professional A Snapshot of Your Day (position overview) We are seeking an experienced senior accountant...

Revenue Recognition Accountant

  • Orlando, FL (15 miles from Lake Mary, FL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Orlando, FL (15 miles from Lake Mary, FL)
  • 7 days ago

Assist in the facilitation of audit processes Special projects and other duties as assigned What it takes to succeed: Bachelors degree in accounting 2+ years of accounting experience Knowledge and understanding...

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Lake Mary, FL

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Lake Mary, 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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