Accountant Jobs in Crete, IL

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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Forensic Accountant

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS Selectees who are not FBI financial analysts or forensic accountants are required to attend a mandatory five-week Forensic Accountant Core Training Session (FACTS) held at the...

Senior Cost Accountant

  • Homewood, IL (8 miles from Crete, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Homewood, IL (8 miles from Crete, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Senior Cost Accountant Recruiter Lanco Location Homewood, Illinois, United States Salary USD 80,000.00 - 90,000.00 per year Posted 08 Jun 2025 Closes 08 Jul 2025 Ref SENIO003113 Job role Accountant...

Cost Accountant

  • University Park, IL (5 miles from Crete, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • University Park, IL (5 miles from Crete, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Role Overview: The Senior Cost Accountant will be an important development role within the Finance function....

Staff Accountant

  • Hobart, IN (19 miles from Crete, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Hobart, IN (19 miles from Crete, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Position Overview: The Staff Accountant ensures the Balance Sheet Integrity by doing the Balance Sheet General Ledge accounts reconciliation, verification and validation....

Cost Accountant

  • Crete, IL
  • 7 days ago
  • Crete, IL
  • 7 days ago

Cost Accountant that will eventually step in to the Finance Dept Lead!...

Channel Sales Consultant - CPA Centric (T)

  • Merrillville, IN (15 miles from Crete, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Merrillville, IN (15 miles from Crete, IL)
  • 8 days ago

Collaborate with key referral sources, including Accountants, Banks, and existing Paychex clients, with the goal of education, consultation and to secure referrals to end user sales....

Senior Audit Accountant, Technology

  • Tinley Park, IL (15 miles from Crete, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Tinley Park, IL (15 miles from Crete, IL)
  • 9 days ago

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Qualifications: Bachelors degree in accounting or related field required. Must meet the educational requirements to sit for the CPA exam....

Senior Audit Accountant - Construction and Real Estate

  • Tinley Park, IL (15 miles from Crete, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Tinley Park, IL (15 miles from Crete, IL)
  • 9 days ago

audits under Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS), Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB), American Institute of Certified Public Accountants...

Senior Tax Accountant Small Business and Tax

  • Chicago Ridge, IL (21 miles from Crete, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Chicago Ridge, IL (21 miles from Crete, IL)
  • 9 days ago

As a Senior Tax Accountant Small Business and Tax you will apply principles of accounting to analyze financial information and prepare financial reports....

Accountant

  • Calumet City, IL (13 miles from Crete, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Calumet City, IL (13 miles from Crete, IL)
  • 12 days ago

at CBM Financial, Inc. in Calumet City, Illinois, United States Job Description Examine, analyze, and interpret accounting records to prepare financial statements and give advice for clients of a...

Staff Accountant

  • Alsip, IL (18 miles from Crete, IL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Alsip, IL (18 miles from Crete, IL)
  • 13 days ago

Key Responsibilities: Perform month-end close activities such as account reconciliations, accruals, and journal entries. Conduct thorough account analysis to ensure accuracy and compliance....

Senior Accountant

  • Manteno, IL (19 miles from Crete, IL)
  • 19 days ago
  • Manteno, IL (19 miles from Crete, IL)
  • 19 days ago

Responsibilities + Lead the month-end close process, including preparation and review of journal entries for accruals, prepaids, inventory, and payroll. + Reconcile and maintain balance sheet accounts...

Accountant, General Accounting (9970)

  • Alsip, IL (18 miles from Crete, IL)
  • 19 days ago
  • Alsip, IL (18 miles from Crete, IL)
  • 19 days ago

The ideal candidate will have NA Accountant designation, CPA and/or MBA preferred....

Associate Accountant - Hybrid Schedule

  • Portage, IN (24 miles from Crete, IL)
  • 21 days ago
  • Portage, IN (24 miles from Crete, IL)
  • 21 days ago

Accountants Assist with contract rate reviews and billing audits as assigned. Some travel required....

Senior Accountant - Hybrid Schedule

  • Portage, IN (24 miles from Crete, IL)
  • 21 days ago
  • Portage, IN (24 miles from Crete, IL)
  • 21 days ago

Department: Accounting & Finance Location: Lakeland, FL (Hybrid Schedule) Position Description The Senior Accountant will perform business, financial, and operations analysis to impact operating results...

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Crete, IL

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Crete, IL 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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