Accountant Jobs in Schaumburg, 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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Insurance Staff Accountant

SUMMARY The Staff Accountant is responsible for assigned accounting and financial functions and will create and implement policies and procedures to identify, resolve and document accounting issues....

O'Brien Veterinary Group

General Accountant

  • Oak Brook, IL (17 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Oak Brook, IL (17 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 8 days ago

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

Business Tax Accountant - Work From Home - 3+ Yrs Paid Tax Experience Required

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 18 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 18 days ago

Overview At Intuit we believe everyone should have the opportunity to prosper, which is why our mission is Powering Prosperity Around the World. Being a mission-driven company includes living our...

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Tax Accountant - Work from Home

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 18 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 18 days ago

Overview Earn additional income as a remote Tax Associate - help people file with confidence! Are you an experienced tax professional looking for a flexible, remote opportunity this tax season? If...

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Senior Business Tax Accountant - Work From Home

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 14 days ago

Must possess active unrestricted credential: EA (Enrolled Agent), CPA (Certified Public Accountant), or Practicing Attorney Minimum of 2 seasons of personal Tax Preparation experience, with a minimum...

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Tax Accountant - Work from Home - 2+ Yrs Paid Tax Experience Required

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 19 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 19 days ago

Overview Earn additional income as a remote Tax Associate - help people file with confidence! Are you an experienced tax professional looking for a flexible, remote opportunity this tax season? If...

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Tax Accountant

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 8 hours ago

Tax Accountant Job Description The role of Tax Accountant involves supporting the preparation of book-tax difference supporting work papers for quarterly and annual tax provisions, assisting in the...

Staff Accountant

  • Des Plaines, IL (9 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Des Plaines, IL (9 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 8 hours ago

invoicing) + Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR 31) + Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) + MS Excel + Bachelor's Degree preferred Job Description General Summary We are seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant...

Staff Accountant

  • Saint Charles, IL (12 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Saint Charles, IL (12 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 12 hours ago

Prepares monthly journal entries. Posts intercompany transactions, journal entries and balances intercompany accounts Reconciles bank accounts daily. Reviews A/R and performs collection duties....

Senior Audit Accountant - Construction and Real Estate

  • Lincolnshire, IL (13 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Lincolnshire, IL (13 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 12 hours ago

audits under Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS), Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB), American Institute of Certified Public Accountants...

Sr Accountant

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 12 hours ago

Job Summary The Senior Accountant, Sales and Margin Accounting, is responsible for applying accounting principles (namely ASC 606) and procedures to analyze financial information, record journal entries...

Staff Accountant II CHEF'STORE

  • Rosemont, IL (9 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Rosemont, IL (9 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 21 hours ago

Performs compilation, posting and review of assigned month-end journal entries and balance sheet account reconciliations....

Grants Accountant/Revenue Specialist

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

Assist as needed with monthly accounting close. Assist with weekly posting of cash and pledges between Blackbaud Raisers Edge and Financial Edge....

Senior Tax Accountant Small Business and Tax

  • Wood Dale, IL (6 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Wood Dale, IL (6 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 23 hours ago

As a Senior Tax Accountant Small Business and Tax you will apply principles of accounting to analyze financial information and prepare financial reports....

Retail Property Accountant

  • Evanston, IL (19 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Evanston, IL (19 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 1 day ago

We are currently hiring a Retail Property Accountant....

Demographic Data for Schaumburg, IL

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Schaumburg, IL

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Schaumburg, 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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