Accountant Jobs in Largo, 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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Senior Business Tax Accountant - Work From Home

  • Tampa, FL (21 miles from Largo, FL)
  • 29 days ago
  • Tampa, FL (21 miles from Largo, FL)
  • 29 days ago

Must possess active unrestricted credential: EA (Enrolled Agent), CPA (Certified Public Accountant), or Practicing Attorney Minimum of 2 seasons of personal Tax Preparation experience, with a minimum...

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Senior Business Tax Accountant - Work From Home - 3+ Yrs Paid Tax Experience Required

  • Tampa, FL (21 miles from Largo, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Tampa, FL (21 miles from Largo, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

Must possess active unrestricted credential: EA (Enrolled Agent), CPA (Certified Public Accountant), or Practicing Attorney Minimum of 2 seasons of personal Tax Preparation experience, with a minimum...

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Sr Accountant

  • Tampa, FL (21 miles from Largo, FL)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Tampa, FL (21 miles from Largo, FL)
  • 3 hours ago

Prepare and post monthly journal entries related to trade spend....

Staff Accountant

  • Tampa, FL (21 miles from Largo, FL)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Tampa, FL (21 miles from Largo, FL)
  • 8 hours ago

Key Duties and Responsibilities * Completes month end and year end closing processes, including preparation and input of journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, bank reconciliations, and revenue...

Lease Accountant Lead

  • Clearwater, FL (4 miles from Largo, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Clearwater, FL (4 miles from Largo, FL)
  • 1 day ago

entries of staff accountants for appropriateness and accuracy Participate in or lead various ad hoc and other accounting projects May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned* Bachelor's...

Revenue Accountant

  • Clearwater, FL (4 miles from Largo, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Clearwater, FL (4 miles from Largo, FL)
  • 1 day ago

Kforce has a client in Clearwater, FL that is seeking a Revenue Accountant responsible for accounting and analysis on various balance sheet and income statement accounts....

Senior Project Accountant

  • Tampa, FL (21 miles from Largo, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Tampa, FL (21 miles from Largo, FL)
  • 2 days ago

Senior Project Accountant Job Description The Senior Project Accountant is responsible for ensuring accurate project setup and compliance by reviewing client contract documentation and inputting data...

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Staff Accountant

  • Saint Petersburg, FL (14 miles from Largo, FL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Saint Petersburg, FL (14 miles from Largo, FL)
  • 3 days ago

role Accountant Sector Accounting - Public practice Experience level Qualified accountant You need to sign in or create an account to save Job Type Full-time Description Staff Accountant Condominium...

Senior Accountant

  • Tampa, FL (21 miles from Largo, FL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Tampa, FL (21 miles from Largo, FL)
  • 3 days ago

Position Summary This position will assist the Controller and CFO by performing complex financial analysis of financial results, goals, and budgets Essential Functions: Coordinating accounting...

Staff Accountant

  • Tampa, FL (21 miles from Largo, FL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Tampa, FL (21 miles from Largo, FL)
  • 6 days ago

Key Responsibilities of the Staff Accountant: The Staff Accountant will perform month-end close processes, including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations for multiple entities Prepare and...

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Senior Accountant

  • Largo, FL
  • 6 days ago
  • Largo, FL
  • 6 days ago

Manage month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries, reconciliations, and audit schedules. Maintain accurate general ledger activity....

Staff Accountant

  • Tampa, FL (21 miles from Largo, FL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Tampa, FL (21 miles from Largo, FL)
  • 6 days ago

the monthly preparation of detail account reconciliations for general ledger accounts and prepare appropriate journal entries....

Accountant I

  • Saint Petersburg, FL (14 miles from Largo, FL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Saint Petersburg, FL (14 miles from Largo, FL)
  • 6 days ago

Analyze daily banking transactions and journal entries and prepare deposits. Reconcile sub-ledger accounts. Credit Card reconciliations....

Project Accountant

  • Tampa, FL (21 miles from Largo, FL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Tampa, FL (21 miles from Largo, FL)
  • 6 days ago

The Project Accountant manages the day-to-day project accounting on 5-15 projects at a time....

Senior Accountant

  • Belleair, FL (2 miles from Largo, FL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Belleair, FL (2 miles from Largo, FL)
  • 7 days ago

Lead month-end close activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, accrual management, allocations, and financial data analysis....

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Largo, FL

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Largo, FL 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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