Accountant Jobs in Rockford, 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 (915)

  • Beloit, WI (16 miles from Rockford, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Beloit, WI (16 miles from Rockford, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Skills Required: Bachelor Degree in Accounting or Related Field Proficient in Excel Excellent communication skills, written and verbal Detail Oriented, Self-Starter Good problem-solving and time management...

Accountant Staff, Mercyhealth at Home

  • Rockford, IL
  • 22 days ago
  • Rockford, IL
  • 22 days ago

entries and financial statements....

Senior Accountant

  • Beloit, WI (16 miles from Rockford, IL)
  • 22 days ago
  • Beloit, WI (16 miles from Rockford, IL)
  • 22 days ago

Job Type Full-time Description JOIN A TEAM THAT VALUES PEOPLE At Hendricks Commercial Properties, we value people who value people. We believe in creating environments where communities thrive,...

Staff Accountant

  • Rockford, IL
  • 24 days ago
  • Rockford, IL
  • 24 days ago

Job description Accountant $80,000- $95,000 + Great benefits + Work life balance + Training + Progression + 401(k) + PTO Rockford, IL Are you an Accountant with AR and AP experience, looking to join...

Senior Audit Accountant, Governmental

  • Rockford, IL
  • 27 days ago
  • Rockford, IL
  • 27 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....

Cost Accountant

  • Rockford, IL
  • 28 days ago
  • Rockford, IL
  • 28 days ago

Salary range: $64,000 - $85,000 PURPOSE/FUNCTION/SUMMARY (TRAINING NEEDS) We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Cost Accountant to join our manufacturing team....

Staff Accountant

  • Beloit, WI (16 miles from Rockford, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Beloit, WI (16 miles from Rockford, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Prepares all related journal entries, fixed asset roll forward, and reconciliations quarterly, including depreciation....

Senior Audit Accountant - Manufacturing, Retail and Distribution

  • Rockford, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Rockford, IL
  • 30+ days ago

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Qualifications: Bachelors degree in accounting, finance or related field. Requires at 1-3 years of accounting related experience....

Senior Staff Accountant

  • Machesney Park, IL (6 miles from Rockford, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Machesney Park, IL (6 miles from Rockford, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

STAFF ACCOUNTANT (SENIOR) Company Overview: Field is a family-owned global supplier of fasteners, "C" commodities, inventory management services, and technical support....

Senior Accountant - Outsourced Accounting Services

  • Rockford, IL
  • 45+ days ago
  • Rockford, IL
  • 45+ days ago

Assist in estimating and managing work assignments of accountants to meet client needs and budget constraints. Assist in the development of best practices....

Remote Work

Tribal Senior Accountant - Audit

  • Rockford, IL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Rockford, IL
  • 90+ days ago

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Qualifications: Bachelors degree in accounting Requires at 1-3 years of accounting related experience....

Remote Work

Senior Accountant, Tax

  • Rockford, IL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Rockford, IL
  • 90+ days ago

Degree in Accounting required CPA or working towards certification Prior accounting experience in a public accounting firm required Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe, Caseware, depreciation...

Senior Audit Accountant - Construction and Real Estate

  • Rockford, IL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Rockford, IL
  • 90+ days ago

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Qualifications: Bachelors degree in accounting, finance or related field. Requires at 1-3 years of accounting related experience....

Demographic Data for Rockford, IL

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Rockford, IL

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Rockford, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
54.5%
Master's Degree
28.1%
Associate's Degree
6.9%
High School or GED
4.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.8%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.2%


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