Accountant Jobs in Leeds, ME

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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Senior Revenue Accountant

  • Augusta, ME (20 miles from Leeds, ME)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Augusta, ME (20 miles from Leeds, ME)
  • 8 hours ago

**About the Role:** Confluent is seeking an experienced, self-motivated Senior Revenue Accountant to join our Revenue Accounting Operations team....

Senior Accountant, Tax - Partnerships

  • Augusta, ME (20 miles from Leeds, ME)
  • 1 day ago
  • Augusta, ME (20 miles from Leeds, ME)
  • 1 day ago

Overview At Wipfli, people count At Wipfli, our people are core to everything we do-the catalyst behind our ability to create exceptional impact and extraordinary results. We believe in...

Accountant 3-FIN

  • Augusta, ME (20 miles from Leeds, ME)
  • 1 day ago
  • Augusta, ME (20 miles from Leeds, ME)
  • 1 day ago

at Oracle in Augusta, Maine, United States Job Description Job Description When you combine Oracles \#1 ERP financial system with its Best-in-Class Global Controllers Finance Organization ( GCO )...

Accountant - Services

  • Augusta, ME (20 miles from Leeds, ME)
  • 2 days ago
  • Augusta, ME (20 miles from Leeds, ME)
  • 2 days ago

This includes journal entry preparation and review, AP/AR Transactions, financial modeling and reporting, reconciliation preparation and review, lender compliance, and other financial deliverables and...

Sales Consultant - CPA Centric

  • Auburn, ME (14 miles from Leeds, ME)
  • 2 days ago
  • Auburn, ME (14 miles from Leeds, ME)
  • 2 days 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....

Sr Accountant

  • Augusta, ME (20 miles from Leeds, ME)
  • 4 days ago
  • Augusta, ME (20 miles from Leeds, ME)
  • 4 days ago

This position will assist in the monthly financial close processes including preparation of journal entries and reconciliations....

Accountant I

  • Augusta, ME (20 miles from Leeds, ME)
  • 6 days ago
  • Augusta, ME (20 miles from Leeds, ME)
  • 6 days ago

Accountant I www.gaud.ws Facebook Instagram To apply, please click on the link on the GAUD Careers page or hit the QR code on the right....

Senior Audit Accountant, Technology

  • Augusta, ME (20 miles from Leeds, ME)
  • 9 days ago
  • Augusta, ME (20 miles from Leeds, ME)
  • 9 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....

Senior Tax Accountant - F11455L6-PT_16-4658

  • Augusta, ME (20 miles from Leeds, ME)
  • 9 days ago
  • Augusta, ME (20 miles from Leeds, ME)
  • 9 days ago

This job was posted by : For more information, please see: \*\*100% Remote role\*\* Position Responsibilities: - Prepare and review complex federal and multi-state corporate (1120), partnership...

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Medicare/Medicaid Staff Accountant

  • Augusta, ME (20 miles from Leeds, ME)
  • 21 days ago
  • Augusta, ME (20 miles from Leeds, ME)
  • 21 days ago

Qualifications Bachelors Degree in Accounting or related field; Masters degree in accounting or related field preferred Experience with GAAP principles Experience with project accounting....

Senior Staff Accountant (Research Assistant)

  • Augusta, ME (20 miles from Leeds, ME)
  • 27 days ago
  • Augusta, ME (20 miles from Leeds, ME)
  • 27 days ago

at State of Maine, Bureau of Human Resources in Augusta, Maine, United States Job Description Senior Staff Accountant (Research Assistant) MSEA GAAP GASB...

Senior Staff Accountant (Research Assistant)

  • Augusta, ME (20 miles from Leeds, ME)
  • 29 days ago
  • Augusta, ME (20 miles from Leeds, ME)
  • 29 days ago

· Consults and confers with other accountants and professionals in order to provide technical accounting advice and guidance....

Junior Staff Accountant

  • Auburn, ME (14 miles from Leeds, ME)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Auburn, ME (14 miles from Leeds, ME)
  • 30+ days ago

a detail-oriented and hands-on Junior Staff Accountant to join our client's dynamic finance team in the Auburn, ME metro area.....

Senior Tax Accountant

  • Augusta, ME (20 miles from Leeds, ME)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Augusta, ME (20 miles from Leeds, ME)
  • 30+ days ago

The Senior Tax Accountant will play a critical role in supporting the tax department in meeting compliance, provision, and planning goals....

Project Accountant I

  • Augusta, ME (20 miles from Leeds, ME)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Augusta, ME (20 miles from Leeds, ME)
  • 30+ days ago

Qualifications: + Bachelors degree in accounting, finance, business, or enginee...

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Leeds, ME

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Leeds, ME 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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