Accountant Jobs in Hawaii

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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GL Accountant L1

  • HI
  • 12 hours ago
  • HI
  • 12 hours ago

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Strong participation in the month-end close process, including journal entries, account reconciliation, while applying GAAP accounting to effectively report accurate...

Accountant

  • Honolulu, HI
  • 1 day ago
  • Honolulu, HI
  • 1 day ago

The Accountant is responsible for preparing accurate and timely monthly financial statements; day-today processing and auditing of accounting transactions; maintaining accounting records in the administration...

Accountant II, III, IV - Accounting Unit III

  • Honolulu, HI
  • 1 day ago
  • Honolulu, HI
  • 1 day ago

Accountant II, SR-18: $4,590.00 - $5,588.00 per month Accountant III, SR-20: $4,961.00 - $6,043.00 per month Accountant IV, SR-22: $5,369.00 - $6,535.00 per month Examples of Duties The Accountant (...

Property Accountant

  • Honolulu, HI
  • 3 days ago
  • Honolulu, HI
  • 3 days ago

Analyzes and reconciles various general ledger plant related accounts and initiates necessary journal entries....

Accountant II (SR-20)

  • HI
  • 4 days ago
  • HI
  • 4 days ago

Distinguishing Characteristics: This class differs from the Accountant III in that the Accountant II performs accounting work for a fiscal program or a major component of a larger program which accounting...

Accountant III and IV

  • Honolulu, HI
  • 4 days ago
  • Honolulu, HI
  • 4 days ago

The authorized level of the position is an Accountant IV. Applications are being accepted descending to the Accountant III in the event of recruiting difficulties....

Nonprofit Accountant (Temporary, 3 to 5 months)

  • Waimea, HI
  • 5 days ago
  • Waimea, HI
  • 5 days ago

un Nonprofit Accountant (Temporary, 3 to 5 months) (Waimea, Hawaii Island) The Kohala Center 65-1291 Kawaihae Rd Ste A compensation: $24-27 per hour employment type: job title: Nonprofit Accountant...

Accountant II

  • Honolulu, HI
  • 7 days ago
  • Honolulu, HI
  • 7 days ago

**What We Look For in a Candidate** **Required** + Bachelors degree in accounting and relevant experience. + Minimum 2 years of related experience and advanced degree preferred. + Must have the ability...

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Accountant

  • Honolulu, HI
  • 7 days ago
  • Honolulu, HI
  • 7 days ago

The Accounting Specialist should have the ability to perform a variety of general accounting support tasks. Daily responsibilities include, but are not limited to: **JOB DUTIES** - Assist with...

Senior Accountant

  • Honolulu, HI
  • 7 days ago
  • Honolulu, HI
  • 7 days ago

**What We Look For in a Candidate** **Required** + Bachelors degree in accounting and relevant experience. + Minimum 5 years of related experience and advanced degree preferred. + Must have the ability...

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ACCOUNTANT III (SR-20) [1 vacancy]

  • Honolulu, HI
  • 7 days ago
  • Honolulu, HI
  • 7 days ago

Position Information Independently performs professional accounting work in the maintenance of an accounting system; analyzes fiscal data; and performs other related duties as required. Duties may...

Nonprofit Accountant (Temporary, 3 to 5 months)

  • Kamuela, HI
  • 7 days ago
  • Kamuela, HI
  • 7 days ago

experience REPORTS TO: Financial Controller JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE: The Kohala Center, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization based in Waimea, Hawaii Island, Hawaii, is seeking a temporary (three to five months) accountant...

Junior Property Accountant

  • Honolulu, HI
  • 7 days ago
  • Honolulu, HI
  • 7 days ago

Our client is hiring a **Junior Property Accountant** to manage **commercial projects** onsite in their Honolulu, Hawaiian office - working hours are MondayFriday | 8:00 AM5:00 PM....

Property Accountant

  • Honolulu, HI
  • 9 days ago
  • Honolulu, HI
  • 9 days ago

Property Accountant Accounting & Finance $ 50000 - $ 60000 / Year location_on Honolulu, Hawaii work_outline Direct Hire favorite_border JOB ON CANDIDATE PORTAL COPY LINK link The Property Accountant...

Accountant

  • Honolulu, HI
  • 10 days ago
  • Honolulu, HI
  • 10 days ago

for an Accountant to join their team!...

Demographic Data for Hawaii

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Hawaii

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Hawaii 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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