Accountant Jobs in Bowie, MD

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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Sudina Search, LLC

Staff Accountant

Your responsibilities will include: Executing monthly close activities: journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and intercompany reconciliations Supporting accruals, reserves, and tax/statutory...

Senior Budget Analyst

  • Arlington, VA (20 miles from Bowie, MD)
  • 23 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (20 miles from Bowie, MD)
  • 23 days ago

ManTech seeks a motivated, career and customer oriented Senior Budget Analyst to join our team in the Arlington, VA area to provide budget support to our customer and to begin an exciting and...

Tax Accountant Sr

  • Bethesda, MD (19 miles from Bowie, MD)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Bethesda, MD (19 miles from Bowie, MD)
  • 3 hours ago

689505BR Date posted: Aug. 18, 2025 Description: Lockheed Martin's Corporate Tax Department within the Enterprise Operations business is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented professional to...

Sr Tax Accountant

  • Arlington, VA (20 miles from Bowie, MD)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Arlington, VA (20 miles from Bowie, MD)
  • 4 hours ago

Senior Tax Accountant VA Office The Senior Tax Accountant is a key member of the Corporate Accounting team, responsible for managing the bank’s tax compliance and reporting functions....

Accountant

  • Arlington, VA (20 miles from Bowie, MD)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Arlington, VA (20 miles from Bowie, MD)
  • 4 hours ago

As a Senior Accountant, you will be primarily responsible for assisting in the global monthly revenue close process, including preparation of (i) monthly journal entries, (ii) account reconciliations...

Accountant

  • Landover, MD (9 miles from Bowie, MD)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Landover, MD (9 miles from Bowie, MD)
  • 5 hours ago

Prepare journal entries and maintain general ledger. Prepare accounting transactions and documents, documenting and updating procedures, and preparing special reports for management....

Staff Accountant

  • Washington, DC (17 miles from Bowie, MD)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (17 miles from Bowie, MD)
  • 7 hours ago

Kforce has a client that is seeking a Staff Accountant responsible for supporting day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger reconciliations, and...

Senior Accountant

  • Washington, DC (17 miles from Bowie, MD)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (17 miles from Bowie, MD)
  • 7 hours ago

Kforce has a client that is seeking a Senior Accountant responsible for managing and performing advanced accounting functions for the organization, with a focus on nonprofit fund accounting, grant compliance...

Senior Accountant, HABco

  • Baltimore, MD (21 miles from Bowie, MD)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Baltimore, MD (21 miles from Bowie, MD)
  • 20 hours ago

About Us Founded in 1937, the Housing Authority of Baltimore City (HABC) has kept the promise of public housing alive. It has done so by maintaining and modernizing its buildings and enriching the...

Accountant Supervisor I - #25-004551-0003

  • Baltimore, MD (21 miles from Bowie, MD)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Baltimore, MD (21 miles from Bowie, MD)
  • 22 hours ago

Has full supervisory responsibility for Accountant II. This includes planning, coordinating,supervising, and evaluating the work of the Accountant II....

Accountant I Repost - #25-004546-0002

  • Baltimore, MD (21 miles from Bowie, MD)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Baltimore, MD (21 miles from Bowie, MD)
  • 22 hours ago

This position also serves as backup for performing fiscal duties for the Accountant Supervisor, specifically invoice and journal entry processing....

Accountant - Entry to Mid Level (Maryland)

  • Fort Meade, MD (6 miles from Bowie, MD)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Fort Meade, MD (6 miles from Bowie, MD)
  • 22 hours ago

We are looking for entry and experienced accountants to provide quantitative information useful in making decisions regarding the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services; record...

Senior Client Accountant

  • Bethesda, MD (19 miles from Bowie, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bethesda, MD (19 miles from Bowie, MD)
  • 1 day ago

journal entries, reviewing operating statements and variance reports, preparing escalation and payable reviews, as well as performing reconciliations....

Staff Accountant

  • Brandywine, MD (23 miles from Bowie, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Brandywine, MD (23 miles from Bowie, MD)
  • 1 day ago

We are seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our finance team....

Senior Project Accountant

  • Rockville, MD (23 miles from Bowie, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Rockville, MD (23 miles from Bowie, MD)
  • 2 days ago

Support the month-end close process, including journal entries, reconciliations related to job cost and revenue, and other financial areas as assigned....

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Bowie, MD

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Bowie, MD 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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