Accountant Jobs in Florida

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 Accountant

  • Apopka, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Apopka, FL
  • 1 day ago

Role Description: We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical staff accountant to support our finance department. This a full-time, on-site role....

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Merito Group, LLC

Accountant

RESPONSIBILITIES : Own day-to-day accounting across multiple entities: AP, AR, journal entries, bank reconciliations, intercompany transactions, and general ledger maintenance Perform property-level...

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Accountant II - 80080164

  • State of Florida
  • Tallahassee, FL
  • 16 hours ago
  • Tallahassee, FL
  • 16 hours ago

Ensure appropriate notifications are made to preparers, travelers, approvers, and accountant....

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Accountant III - 64000106

  • State of Florida
  • Milton, FL
  • 16 hours ago
  • Milton, FL
  • 16 hours ago

Requisition No: 876965 Agency: Department of Health Working Title: ACCOUNTANT III - 64000106 Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 64000106 Salary: $45,000.00 - $55,000.00 Posting Closing Date:...

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Higher Education Fund Accountant / PeopleSoft Financials SME

  • ERPA
  • Tallahassee, FL
  • 16 hours ago
  • Tallahassee, FL
  • 16 hours ago

Searchable profile terms: Fund Accountant, Grants Accountant, Higher Education Accountant, PeopleSoft Financials Consultant, PeopleSoft Grants Accounting, PeopleSoft GL, Commitment Control, Project...

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Project Accountant

  • PBK
  • St Petersburg, FL
  • 21 hours ago
  • St Petersburg, FL
  • 21 hours ago

As a Project Accountant, you will be a key contributor to the financial accuracy and operational efficiency of our projects....

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Staff Accountant

  • HEI Hotels & Resorts
  • Miami, FL
  • 21 hours ago
  • Miami, FL
  • 21 hours ago

Qualifications and Skills Bachelors Degree in Accounting preferred. Accounting and Hotel experience preferred. Strong organizational skills with attention to detail....

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Property Accountant

  • KOLTER HOSPITALITY GROUP
  • Estero, FL
  • 22 hours ago
  • Estero, FL
  • 22 hours ago

Assist in preparing accruals and journal entries at month end. Prepare and submit petty cash reimbursements in accordance with accounting policies....

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Sr Staff Accountant

  • Blue Sky Utility
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 22 hours ago
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 22 hours ago

Blue Sky Utility/ Nofar USA Position Overview We are seeking a Sr Staff Accountant with renewable energy experience to supporting our capital projects portfolio....

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Accountant 1

  • Hillsborough County Public Schools
  • Tampa, FL
  • 22 hours ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 22 hours ago

Prepares accounting and fiscal reports, statements, summaries, and journal entries; meets deadlines. Reconciles and balances financial statements and accounting records....

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Experienced Accountant

  • Mass Markets
  • Tampa, FL
  • 23 hours ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 23 hours ago

The Ideal candidates for this position are highly motivated and dedicated and should possess the below qualities: Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or equivalent certification...

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Staff Accountant - Accounts Payable

  • Village Farms International
  • Lake Mary, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Lake Mary, FL
  • 1 day ago

The Opportunity The Staff Accountant - Accounts Payable is responsible for ensuring the timely, accurate, and compliant processing of invoices, payments, and expense-related transactions across multiple...

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Sr Accountant

  • Lennar Corp.,
  • Miami, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Miami, FL
  • 1 day ago

entries for home sales for 40 divisions on +$30B in revenue....

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Job Cost Accountant Trainer & Support Specialist

  • Paul Davis
  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 1 day ago

Join Our Dynamic Team as a Job Cost Accountant (JCA) Trainer & Support Specialist! Are you a seasoned trainer with experience in business or construction?...

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Associate Billing Accountant- Early Career

  • Lockheed Martin Corporation
  • Lakeland, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Lakeland, FL
  • 1 day ago

Description:By bringing together people that use their passion for purposeful innovation, at Lockheed Martin we keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some...

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Florida

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Florida offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
54.6%
Master's Degree
28.3%
Associate's Degree
6.8%
High School or GED
4.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.8%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.2%


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