Accountant Jobs in West Palm Beach, 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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Cost Accountant

  • Palm Beach Gardens, FL (5 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Palm Beach Gardens, FL (5 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 1 day ago

A global leader in life sciences is seeking a Cost Accountant/Analyst to join their team....

Senior Accountant

  • Boca Raton, FL (24 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Boca Raton, FL (24 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 2 days ago

entries as needed such as revenue and revaluation journal entries; Preparation of year end audit schedules as needed; Maintain fixed asset record keeping, including, but not limited to reconciling...

Senior Accountant - Outsourced Accounting Services

  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 3 days ago
  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 3 days ago

EisnerAmper has experienced significant growth and is seeking a Senior Accountant for our Outsourced Accounting Team....

Budget Analyst

  • Palm Beach Gardens, FL (5 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Palm Beach Gardens, FL (5 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 3 days ago

Kforce has a client that is seeking a Budget Analyst in Palm Beach Gardens, FL. Responsibilities: Budget Analyst will manage the financials for a large team with many sub teams and budgets Manage...

Trust Accountant

  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 4 days ago
  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 4 days ago

Job Details: Trust Accountant - West Palm Beach- $55-65k - In office 5 days opportunity Our client, a global law firm is seeking a meticulous and up and coming Trust Accountant to manage and oversee...

Staff Accountant

  • Boca Raton, FL (24 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Boca Raton, FL (24 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 4 days ago

Education/Certification: Bachelors degree in accounting, finance, or another business-related field. Experience: 1.5 to 5 years of experience in accounting....

Project Control Accountant

  • Delray Beach, FL (18 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Delray Beach, FL (18 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 4 days ago

Vaco is hiring for a Project Control Accountant Location: Delray Beach, FL Compensation: $70,000-$80,000/annually Overview: Project Control Accountant is responsible for, project setup, progress reporting...

Staff Accountant I

  • Boca Raton, FL (24 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Boca Raton, FL (24 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 5 days ago

Prepare daily, monthly, and quarterly journal entries. Perform and document processes, procedures, and internal controls, as applicable....

Division Accountant

  • Boca Raton, FL (24 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Boca Raton, FL (24 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 5 days ago

responsible for: preparing month end closes financial statement preparation journal entries analysis of balance sheet accounts cash management review of property management financial statement package...

Accountant

  • North Palm Beach, FL (5 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 6 days ago
  • North Palm Beach, FL (5 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 6 days ago

Seeking an Accountant to join Juno beach office team. Responsibilities: Develop Accounting policy through analysis of GAAP and business practices....

Senior Corporate Accountant (Local, Hybrid)

  • Boca Raton, FL (24 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Boca Raton, FL (24 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 7 days ago

Assist with preparing quarterly and annual financial statements, journal entries, and monthly account reconciliations....

CPA - Wisehaupt Bray Asset Management

  • Palm Beach Gardens, FL (5 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Palm Beach Gardens, FL (5 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 7 days ago

CPA - Wisehaupt Bray Asset Management Req #1490 Palm Beach Gardens, FL, USA Job Description Posted Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 11:00 PM Our Story At Wisehaupt Bray Asset Management, we pride...

Senior Accountant

  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 8 days ago
  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 8 days ago

Our client, an established and well known construction company has an opportunity for a Senior Accountant with Real Estate experience who they can groom and promote to be their assistant controller....

Accountant

  • Jupiter, FL (15 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Jupiter, FL (15 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 10 days ago

What You’ll Do: Own the general ledger—record journal entries, manage reconciliations, and ensure accuracy in financial records Handle full-cycle Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable Prepare and...

Accountant II

  • Boca Raton, FL (24 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Boca Raton, FL (24 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 11 days ago

Complete month-end close and journal entries according to the timeline established in coordination with the local team and other corporate departments....

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in West Palm Beach, FL

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in West Palm Beach, 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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