Accountant Jobs in Missouri Valley, IA

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 II - Investments/General Accounting

  • Omaha, NE (20 miles from Missouri Valley, IA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Omaha, NE (20 miles from Missouri Valley, IA)
  • 6 hours ago

Accountant II - Investments/General Accounting Job Summary: Utilize general accounting and financial principles and techniques for obtaining, assembling, evaluating, interpreting, recording, and analyzing...

Senior Global Payroll Accountant

  • Omaha, NE (20 miles from Missouri Valley, IA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Omaha, NE (20 miles from Missouri Valley, IA)
  • 7 days ago

Prepare or review various payroll reports, journal entries, management reports, and account reconciliations. Provide payroll analysis and documentation for support of audits....

Sr Revenue Analyst

  • Omaha, NE (20 miles from Missouri Valley, IA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Omaha, NE (20 miles from Missouri Valley, IA)
  • 7 days ago

If you've ever used an ATM, paid a bill through your phone, sent money to a friend, or shopped online, chances are your transaction was safeguarded and processed using our software. Now it's your...

Senior Accountant, Order to Cash

  • Omaha, NE (20 miles from Missouri Valley, IA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Omaha, NE (20 miles from Missouri Valley, IA)
  • 7 days ago

Cornerstone OnDemand is seeking a Senior Accountant to join our Order to Cash team. This role will report to the Order to Cash Accounting & Finance Manager....

Accountant

  • Omaha, NE (20 miles from Missouri Valley, IA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Omaha, NE (20 miles from Missouri Valley, IA)
  • 9 days ago

Essential Job Functions: Assist in the month-end closing responsibilities including: Reconciliations of general ledger accounts Posting of journal entries Prepare month-end reporting packages Research...

Global Payroll Accountant

  • Omaha, NE (20 miles from Missouri Valley, IA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Omaha, NE (20 miles from Missouri Valley, IA)
  • 13 days ago

Prepare or review various payroll reports, journal entries, management reports, and account reconciliations. Provide payroll analysis and documentation for support of audits....

College Accountant

  • Omaha, NE (20 miles from Missouri Valley, IA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Omaha, NE (20 miles from Missouri Valley, IA)
  • 13 days ago

entries, account reconciliations, and more....

Staff Accountant

  • Omaha, NE (20 miles from Missouri Valley, IA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Omaha, NE (20 miles from Missouri Valley, IA)
  • 14 days ago

To be considered for this opportunity, candidates must meet the following requirements: Bachelors degree in accounting, finance, or other related field required Minimum one year of experience performing...

Staff Accountant

  • Council Bluffs, IA (22 miles from Missouri Valley, IA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Council Bluffs, IA (22 miles from Missouri Valley, IA)
  • 18 days ago

Job Description: This company is looking to add a Staff Accountant to their team with the intent of grooming and training them to eventually take over the firm....

Global Senior Payroll Accountant

  • Omaha, NE (20 miles from Missouri Valley, IA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Omaha, NE (20 miles from Missouri Valley, IA)
  • 19 days ago

Prepare or review various payroll reports, journal entries, management reports, and account reconciliations. Provide payroll analysis and documentation for support of audits....

Accountant

  • Omaha, NE (20 miles from Missouri Valley, IA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Omaha, NE (20 miles from Missouri Valley, IA)
  • 19 days ago

. - Gather employee expense documents and record related journal entries. - Complete HUD reports, bank reconciliations, and account reconciliations, - Complete tasks to support financial audits, HUD...

Staff Accountant

  • Omaha, NE (20 miles from Missouri Valley, IA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Omaha, NE (20 miles from Missouri Valley, IA)
  • 19 days ago

Job Description: This company is looking to add a Staff Accountant to their team with the intent of grooming and training them to eventually take over the firm....

Clinical Trials Accountant

  • Omaha, NE (20 miles from Missouri Valley, IA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Omaha, NE (20 miles from Missouri Valley, IA)
  • 30+ days ago

Position Details Posting Category Operations Working Title Clinical Trials Accountant Job Title Accountant L2 Salary Grade AB22S Appointment Type B1 - REG MGR PROF SALARY Salary Range $57,900 - $86,900...

Senior Tax Accountant

  • Omaha, NE (20 miles from Missouri Valley, IA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Omaha, NE (20 miles from Missouri Valley, IA)
  • 30+ days ago

Senior Tax Accountant Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred or eligible....

Senior Accountant

  • Council Bluffs, IA (22 miles from Missouri Valley, IA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Council Bluffs, IA (22 miles from Missouri Valley, IA)
  • 45+ days ago

PALFINGER is looking for a Senior Accountant to join our team at our Council Bluffs, IA manufacturing facility-where precision, performance, and partnership drive everything we do....

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Missouri Valley, IA

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Missouri Valley, IA 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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