Accountant Jobs in Golf, 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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O'Brien Veterinary Group

General Accountant

  • Oak Brook, IL (19 miles from Golf, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Oak Brook, IL (19 miles from Golf, IL)
  • 4 days ago

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

Staff Accountant

  • Glenview, IL (2 miles from Golf, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Glenview, IL (2 miles from Golf, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Qualifications: Other responsibilities include, but is not limited to: *Preparation of journal entries, performing account analyses, account reconciliations, bank reconciliations....

Senior Accountant

  • Rolling Meadows, IL (12 miles from Golf, IL)
  • moments ago
  • Rolling Meadows, IL (12 miles from Golf, IL)
  • moments ago

How you'll make an impact Position Summary: Senior Accountant Open opportunity for a Senior Accountant within the General Accounting team of the US Accounting Center of Excellence department based in...

Staff Accountant

  • Chicago, IL (12 miles from Golf, IL)
  • moments ago
  • Chicago, IL (12 miles from Golf, IL)
  • moments ago

Post journal entries and assist with month-end close. Collaborate with cross-functional departments (Accounts Payable, Billing, Payroll, Purchasing, ERP) to support financial operations....

Staff Accountant

  • Schaumburg, IL (15 miles from Golf, IL)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (15 miles from Golf, IL)
  • 3 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....

Lead Revenue Accountant

  • Chicago, IL (12 miles from Golf, IL)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (12 miles from Golf, IL)
  • 4 hours ago

· Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations in compliance with GAAP and the company’s policies and procedures to ensure that transactions are recorded timely....

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Private Debt Senior Fund Accountant (Chicago)

  • Chicago, IL (12 miles from Golf, IL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (12 miles from Golf, IL)
  • 6 hours ago

Job role Audit, Compliance/risk, Fund accountant Sector Accounting - Public practice, Banking and financial services Contract type Permanent Hours Full time Experience level Qualified accountant You...

Senior Staff Accountant

  • Cicero, IL (15 miles from Golf, IL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Cicero, IL (15 miles from Golf, IL)
  • 6 hours ago

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS FOR THIS POSITION: Prepare and post journal entries, reconcile general ledger accounts, and assist with month-end closing....

Senior Accountant

  • Chicago, IL (12 miles from Golf, IL)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (12 miles from Golf, IL)
  • 13 hours ago

transactions, eliminations, and reconciliations, ensuring accurate recording and reporting under U.S....

Alternative Investments Accountant

  • Chicago, IL (12 miles from Golf, IL)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (12 miles from Golf, IL)
  • 13 hours ago

Acting as primary fund accountant on multiple relationships, ensures all fund accounting functions are in completed in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)....

Cash Accountant

  • Chicago, IL (12 miles from Golf, IL)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (12 miles from Golf, IL)
  • 14 hours ago

Prepare cash related journal entries monthly. Reconcile of month-end closing activities by preparing cash-related schedules and reports....

Staff Accountant/Payroll- Temporary

  • Chicago, IL (12 miles from Golf, IL)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (12 miles from Golf, IL)
  • 14 hours ago

About Us Imagine yourself in 1930's Chicago. Chicago celebrated its centennial by hosting the world's fair in 1933. The speakeasies and gangsters were thriving. It was a distinguished time in...

Accountant

  • Chicago, IL (12 miles from Golf, IL)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (12 miles from Golf, IL)
  • 14 hours ago

Kforce has a client that is seeking an Accountant in Chicago, IL....

Staff Accountant

  • Arlington Heights, IL (10 miles from Golf, IL)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Arlington Heights, IL (10 miles from Golf, IL)
  • 14 hours ago

Compensation: Accountant I: The annual base salary range for this role is from $51,040 to $57,420....

Interim Senior Accountant

  • Rosemont, IL (7 miles from Golf, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rosemont, IL (7 miles from Golf, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Prior large public company and SAP ERP experience required General Duties And Responsibilities: Support monthly and annual financial close processes Preparation of complex journal entries and balance...

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Golf, IL

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Golf, 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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