Accountant Jobs in Orland Park, 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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Accountant

  • Calumet City, IL (14 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Calumet City, IL (14 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 5 hours 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...

Accountant - External Reporting

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 5 hours ago

Assist with monthly recording of stock-based compensation expense and equity related journal entries. Assist with quarterly XBRL disclosures....

Channel Sales Associate - CPA

  • Naperville, IL (18 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Naperville, IL (18 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 5 hours 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 Financial Accountant

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 10 hours ago

Position Information Hiring Manager: Controller Department: Fund Accounting Department Overview The Fund Accounting Department is responsible for the financial and investor reporting associated...

Portfolio Accountant

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 22 hours ago

Degree in Accounting CPA designation is preferred Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to think creatively and independently develop solutions to problems Effectiveness in reviewing...

Staff Accountant

  • Oak Brook, IL (13 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Oak Brook, IL (13 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 22 hours ago

Monthly Closing Prepare and enter journal entries, reconcile balance sheet accounts Variance Analysis Review expenses by financial statement line item for reasonability during close, investigate unusual...

Senior Accountant, Technical Accounting

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 23 hours ago

Senior Accountant, Technical Accounting at a Glance....

Senior Budget Analyst - Center for Dissemination and Implementation Science

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Minimum Qualifications Required: Bachelors Degree in accounting, business administration, finance, statistics, or a closely related field....

Senior Accountant

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Prepare journal entries, general ledger account reconciliations, banks reconciliations, and inter-company invoices including investigating and correcting any discrepancies....

Accountant - Remote

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Prepare and post journal entries. Perform regular reconciliations of all balance sheet accounts to ensure accuracy and compliance with internal controls....

Remote Work

Staff-Accountant

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago

at Insight Global in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description Job Description Document and monitor internal controls in support of auditing team Coordinate more complex accounting projects...

Senior Accountant, Real Estate Capital Controllership

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago

degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA a plus Audit experience is a plus. 3-5 years of accounting experience Commercial real estate or banking experience preferred Advanced accounting and analytical...

Senior Accountant, Global Consolidations

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Senior Accountant, Global Consolidations at a Glance....

Property Accountant

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago

POSITION SUMMARY Check figures, postings, and documents for accuracy. Organize, secure, and maintain all files, records, cash and cash equivalents in accordance with policies and procedures....

Senior Accountant, Lease & Debt Accounting

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago

The person in this role will be responsible for managing the daily, monthly, and quarterly accounting tasks associated with the above-mentioned areas, from recording journal entries to preparing disclosures...

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Orland Park, IL

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Orland Park, 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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