Accountant Jobs in Downers Grove, 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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1891 Financial Life

Staff Accountant

SUMMARY The Staff Accountant is responsible for assigned accounting and financial functions and will create and implement policies and procedures to identify, resolve and document accounting issues....

O'Brien Veterinary Group

General Accountant

  • Oak Brook, IL (5 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Oak Brook, IL (5 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 10 days ago

We are looking for a General Accountant to take ownership of a variety of financial accounting and reporting responsibilities....

Senior Tax Accountant Domestic

  • Aurora, IL (12 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 22 days ago
  • Aurora, IL (12 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 22 days ago

Jefferson Wells is partnering with our Premier Client in Kane County to hire a Sr Tax Accountant with S-Corp and Partnership tax expertise....

Senior Tax Accountant International

  • Aurora, IL (12 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 22 days ago
  • Aurora, IL (12 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 22 days ago

Jefferson Wells is partnering with our Premier Client in Kane County to hire a Sr Tax Accountant with S-Corp, Partnership and International tax expertise....

Staff Accountant

  • Evanston, IL (23 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Evanston, IL (23 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 12 hours ago

Job Description: This company is looking to add a Staff Accountant to their team with the intent of grooming and training them to eventually take over the firm....

Portfolio Accountant

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 18 hours ago

Job Summary The Portfolio Accountant is responsible for portfolio accounting, performance and reporting functions for multifamily investment vehicles. Waterton is a hybrid work environment....

Cost Accountant

  • Hillside, IL (7 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Hillside, IL (7 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 18 hours ago

Oversee month-end close related to production costing and inventory including the review of journal entries and focus on balance sheet reconciliations....

Accountant - Chicago, IL - Full-Time

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 22 hours ago

The Accountant will interact with clients, their staff, Board of Directors, and Finance Committees on a regular basis....

Staff Accountant

  • Bloomingdale, IL (10 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Bloomingdale, IL (10 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 22 hours ago

Preferred Qualifications: Bachelors degree (Business: Accounting, Finance, Management, etc.) preferred. Strong communication and customer service focus and skills....

Accountant - Chicago, IL - Part-Time

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 22 hours ago

The Accountant will interact with clients, their staff, Board of Directors, and Finance Committees on a regular basis....

Operations Accountant

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 1 day ago

This position involves extensive coordination between Loan Closers, Portfolio Administrators and Fund Accountants....

Accountant I - Reinsurance

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Accountant I based in Chicago. This is a hybrid role. Your Team Allianz Commercial (AzC) employs the brightest, most passionate people in the insurance industry....

Real Estate Accountant

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Job Description The Investment Accounting group is responsible for the accounting and reporting for the client's invested Assets, which includes private equity, hedge funds, commercial residential...

Investment Accountant

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Job Description The Investment Accounting Associate Manager is responsible for the accounting and reporting for a global financial services company's invested asset. These assets total over 330...

Senior Accountant, (Workday) Accounting Systems

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 1 day ago

N/A Bachelors degree in Accounting or related field. CPA and MBA preferred....

Demographic Data for Downers Grove, IL

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Downers Grove, IL

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Downers Grove, 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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