Accountant Jobs in Romeoville, 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 (14 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Oak Brook, IL (14 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 11 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 (13 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 23 days ago
  • Aurora, IL (13 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 23 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 (13 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 23 days ago
  • Aurora, IL (13 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 23 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....

Senior Accountant

  • Oak Park, IL (23 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Oak Park, IL (23 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 11 hours ago

Position Responsibilities Drive financial reporting and month-end close, preparing journal entries and account reconciliations for Uline executives financial matters....

Cost Accountant

  • Hillside, IL (18 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hillside, IL (18 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 1 day ago

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

Staff Accountant

  • Bloomingdale, IL (21 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bloomingdale, IL (21 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 1 day ago

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

Accountant

  • Blue Island, IL (21 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Blue Island, IL (21 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 3 days ago

at AS Trans Inc. (dba Freightage Inc.) in Blue Island, Illinois, United States Job Description Prepare, examine, or analyze accounting records, financial statements, or other financial reports to...

Payroll Tax Accountant

  • Westchester, IL (18 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Westchester, IL (18 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Experienced Payroll Tax Accountant to manage and ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations....

Senior Accountant (Audit For-Profit)

  • Naperville, IL (9 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Naperville, IL (9 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Senior Accountant (Audit For-Profit) Cotton & Company LLP paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, tuition reimbursement, flex time, 401(k) United States, Illinois, Naperville Jun 05, 2025 Description...

Accountant

  • Frankfort, IL (17 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Frankfort, IL (17 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Key Responsibilities Oversee month-end and year-end close, including journal entries and reconciliations. Analyze inventory, costing, and manufacturing variances....

Warranty Financial Accountant - Auto

  • Warrenville, IL (14 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Warrenville, IL (14 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:-Support the day-to-day operation, performing routine to complex accounting functions with journal entries and providing necessary data and support...

Senior Accountant

  • Westmont, IL (12 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Westmont, IL (12 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Prepare and distribute monthly/quarterly financial reports - prepare monthly/quarterly journal entries, financial statement preparation and bank reconciliations within stated controls and client reporting...

Staff Accountant

  • Harvey, IL (22 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Harvey, IL (22 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Reporting to the Senior Manager - Accounting Shared Services, this role will be responsible for preparing and completing the month end financial close process including journal entries, balance sheet...

Staff Accountant

  • Northlake, IL (22 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Northlake, IL (22 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Key responsibilities Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes, including journal entries, account reconciliations, financial reporting and analysis, ensuring accuracy and compliance with...

Staff Accountant - ComEd (Hybrid)

  • Oakbrook Terrace, IL (17 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Oakbrook Terrace, IL (17 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Who We Are We're powering a cleaner, brighter future. Exelon is leading the energy transformation, and we're calling all problem solvers, innovators, community builders and change makers. Work...

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Romeoville, IL

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Romeoville, 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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