Accountant Jobs in Tarpon Springs, 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 (19 miles from Tarpon Springs, FL)
  • 27 days ago
  • Tampa, FL (19 miles from Tarpon Springs, FL)
  • 27 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 (19 miles from Tarpon Springs, FL)
  • 28 days ago
  • Tampa, FL (19 miles from Tarpon Springs, FL)
  • 28 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 Project Accountant

  • Tampa, FL (19 miles from Tarpon Springs, FL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Tampa, FL (19 miles from Tarpon Springs, FL)
  • 6 hours ago

Senior Project AccountantJob 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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Senior Accountant

  • Tampa, FL (19 miles from Tarpon Springs, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Tampa, FL (19 miles from Tarpon Springs, FL)
  • 1 day 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 (19 miles from Tarpon Springs, FL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Tampa, FL (19 miles from Tarpon Springs, FL)
  • 4 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 (17 miles from Tarpon Springs, FL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Largo, FL (17 miles from Tarpon Springs, FL)
  • 4 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 (19 miles from Tarpon Springs, FL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Tampa, FL (19 miles from Tarpon Springs, FL)
  • 4 days ago

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

Project Accountant

  • Tampa, FL (19 miles from Tarpon Springs, FL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Tampa, FL (19 miles from Tarpon Springs, FL)
  • 4 days ago

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

Senior Accountant

  • Belleair, FL (15 miles from Tarpon Springs, FL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Belleair, FL (15 miles from Tarpon Springs, FL)
  • 5 days ago

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

Accountant - Shared Services

  • Tampa, FL (19 miles from Tarpon Springs, FL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Tampa, FL (19 miles from Tarpon Springs, FL)
  • 5 days ago

OUR VISION: "To become an indispensable partner to building owners with mission-critical systems." POSITION SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE: The incumbent provides accounting tasks to support business...

Staff Accountant

  • Tampa, FL (19 miles from Tarpon Springs, FL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Tampa, FL (19 miles from Tarpon Springs, FL)
  • 5 days ago

As a Staff Accountant, you will play a key role in supporting the following functions: Responsibilities: Assist in the preparation and maintenance of the general ledger, including journal entries, account...

Accountant

  • Clearwater, FL (12 miles from Tarpon Springs, FL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Clearwater, FL (12 miles from Tarpon Springs, FL)
  • 6 days ago

Perform monthly bookkeeping, reconcile bank and merchant accounts, manage journal entries, and maintain the general ledger....

Accountant

  • Tampa, FL (19 miles from Tarpon Springs, FL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Tampa, FL (19 miles from Tarpon Springs, FL)
  • 7 days ago

Detailed Job Description: Client: Bank Job Title: Accountant Location: Tampa, FL 33610 Hybrid Duration: 03 Months (Extension/Conversion will based on performance) Pay Rate: $25/hr Job Description: Markets...

Transaction Accountant

  • Tampa, FL (19 miles from Tarpon Springs, FL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Tampa, FL (19 miles from Tarpon Springs, FL)
  • 7 days ago

Job Title Transaction Accountant Job Description Summary The Deal Management team provides a seamless experience to the brokerage community within Cushman & Wakefield's Advisory business, primarily...

Senior Accountant

  • Tampa, FL (19 miles from Tarpon Springs, FL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Tampa, FL (19 miles from Tarpon Springs, FL)
  • 7 days ago

Responsibilities: Execute monthly accounting close procedures and deliverables (journal entries, reconciliations, and analysis) in compliance with GAAP performing GL (performing GL and account reconciliations...

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Tarpon Springs, FL

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Tarpon Springs, 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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