Accountant Jobs in Joliet, 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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Staff Accountant/Accounts Payable

  • Randstad
  • Bolingbrook, IL (13 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Bolingbrook, IL (13 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 16 hours ago

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Staff Accountant / Accounts Payable Specialist to join our finance team in Bolingbrook....

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Staff Accountant

  • Randstad
  • Bolingbrook, IL (13 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bolingbrook, IL (13 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 2 days ago

entries as necessary Track all incentive program payments/submissions and verify to avoid duplication Process incentives for payout and submit to payroll for payment Recap incentive payouts to each...

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Tax Accountant

  • 600 Advocate Health, Inc.
  • Oak Brook, IL (23 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Oak Brook, IL (23 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Department: 10486 Enterprise Corporate - Tax Service Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hours Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Fully Remote Role from these states: AL,...

Remote

Staff Accountant

  • 1-800-Flowers.com
  • Burr Ridge, IL (20 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Burr Ridge, IL (20 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Bachelors degree in Accounting or related field required. Strong Excel proficiency required, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and other advanced functions....

Hybrid

Senior Accountant - Operational Assets

  • Panduit
  • Tinley Park, IL (20 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Tinley Park, IL (20 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Participate in the preparation and review of month-end closing processes, including recording journal entries, performing account reconciliations, investigating account variances from forecast or prior...

Hybrid

Tax Accountant

  • Aurora Healthcare
  • Oak Brook, IL (23 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Oak Brook, IL (23 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Responsible for the accurate and timely calculation, filing and remittance of state and local income taxes, performing tax research and assisting with the preparation of various tax compliance...

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Billing Specialist / Project Accountant/ APM

  • GPAC
  • Plainfield, IL (2 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Plainfield, IL (2 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 6 days ago

BILLING SPECIALIST/ PROJECT ACCOUNTANT/ APM We are seeking a detail-oriented Billing Specialist/ Project Accountant/ APM to support our client's Project Management Team throughout the construction project...

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Staff Accountant

  • Collegis Education
  • Oak Brook, IL (23 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Oak Brook, IL (23 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 7 days ago

degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business required Work Environment & Schedule: This role offers the flexibility of a hybrid environment....

Hybrid

38785 Staff Accountant

  • Brilliant
  • Wheaton, IL (22 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Wheaton, IL (22 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 10 days ago

Staff Accountant Location: Warrenville, IL Pay Range: $28/HR-$30/HR Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance. 401(k) Brilliant Financial Staffing has been engaged on the search for a Staff Accountant...

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Senior Accountant I

  • InProduction
  • Warrenville, IL (20 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Warrenville, IL (20 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 12 days ago

Responsibilities: Integral member of team responsible for high volume of monthly journal entries, account analysis and supporting documentation for the timely production of accurate monthly financial...

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Senior Accountant II

  • Jones Lang LaSalle
  • Westmont, IL (22 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Westmont, IL (22 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 12 days ago

Qualifications Bachelors degree in Accounting is required; CPA desirable. Minimum of 3-5 years of Real Estate Accounting experience is required Must have knowledge of CAM and FASB 13 specifically....

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Tax Accountant

  • ASC Engineered Solutions, LLC
  • Oak Brook, IL (23 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Oak Brook, IL (23 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 15 days ago

Tax Accountant Department: Accounting & Finance Employment Type: Full Time Location: Oak Brook, IL Compensation: $67,000 - $82,000 / year Description ASC Engineered Solutions is looking for a Tax Accountant...

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Senior Accountant

  • Kelly Services
  • Willowbrook, IL (20 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Willowbrook, IL (20 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 16 days ago

Pay: $45.00/hour Key Responsibilities: Lead month-end and year-end closes (journal entries, GL reconciliation, FX, intercompany)....

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Staff Accountant

  • Brilliant Financial Staffing - IL
  • Downers Grove, IL (21 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Downers Grove, IL (21 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 16 days ago

Staff Accountant Responsibilities: Prepare and post recurring journal entries Assist with month-end close activities Prepare accruals for AP, tax, audit, IT, and professional fees Ensure Board of Director...

Hybrid

Senior Accountant

  • Willowbrook, IL (20 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 18 days ago
  • Willowbrook, IL (20 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 18 days ago

Pay:  $45.00/hour Key Responsibilities: Lead month-end and year-end closes (journal entries, GL reconciliation, FX, intercompany)....

In Person

Demographic Data for Joliet, IL

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Joliet, IL

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Joliet, IL 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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