Accountant Jobs in Brandywine, 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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Senior Accountant

  • Arlington, VA (22 miles from Brandywine, MD)
  • moments ago
  • Arlington, VA (22 miles from Brandywine, MD)
  • moments ago

Company Description Govini transforms Defense Acquisition from an outdated manual process to a software-driven strategic advantage for the United States. Our flagship product, Ark, supports Supply...

Senior Accountant, Project Kuiper, Accounting

  • Arlington, VA (22 miles from Brandywine, MD)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Arlington, VA (22 miles from Brandywine, MD)
  • 10 hours ago

Amazon is a fast paced, dynamic, high-tech company based in Seattle. Amazon has an immediate opening for an Accounting Manager to support all aspects of the accounting for Project Kuiper, Amazons...

Fund Accountant

  • Arlington, VA (22 miles from Brandywine, MD)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Arlington, VA (22 miles from Brandywine, MD)
  • 16 hours ago

Signal Fund Services is looking for a highly motivated, entrepreneurial, detail-oriented accountant to join its' founding team....

Property Accountant

  • Washington, DC (20 miles from Brandywine, MD)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (20 miles from Brandywine, MD)
  • 16 hours ago

Property Accountant Washington, DC Type: Contract-to-Hire Category: Finance and Accounting Reference ID: 10044030 Shortcut: 2YAyWu Role: Property Accountant Hiring Type: Contract To Hire Location: Gaithersburg...

Staff Accountant

  • Washington, DC (20 miles from Brandywine, MD)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (20 miles from Brandywine, MD)
  • 19 hours ago

Under general supervision, the Staff Accountant is responsible for managing the A/R function, performing month-end close activities, maintaining the fixed asset records, company accruals, cash reporting...

Senior Consolidations Accountant

  • Washington, DC (20 miles from Brandywine, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC (20 miles from Brandywine, MD)
  • 1 day ago

We firmly believe that our employees drive the success of the company! With success in mind as the ultimate goal, we strive to create and provide an environment that offers challenging,...

Project Accountant

  • Washington, DC (20 miles from Brandywine, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC (20 miles from Brandywine, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Project Accountant Job Description We are seeking a diligent and proactive Project Accountant to manage the financial aspects of assigned projects, including budgeting, expense tracking, and financial...

Senior Accountant, Advertising Accounting

  • Arlington, VA (22 miles from Brandywine, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Arlington, VA (22 miles from Brandywine, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Amazon's accounting group offers opportunities at the Accountant level in Legal Entity & Intercompany, Accounting Policy & Reporting, Operations and Capital, Transportation, Payments & Merchant Services...

Senior Staff Accountant

  • Washington, DC (20 miles from Brandywine, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC (20 miles from Brandywine, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Description ProSource360 Consulting Services, Inc. is seeking an experienced Senior Staff Accountant to support our corporate headquarters in Washington D.C....

Senior Accountant

  • Washington, DC (20 miles from Brandywine, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC (20 miles from Brandywine, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Manage lease accounting, including preparing lease schedules and related journal entries. Prepare consolidating journal entries for LIIF-controlled entities....

Staff Accountant

  • Alexandria, VA (17 miles from Brandywine, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Alexandria, VA (17 miles from Brandywine, MD)
  • 2 days ago

The Position The Staff Accountant is responsible for assisting the accounting department in creating accurate, complete and timely financial records for the organization/project office in compliance...

Senior Accountant

  • Washington, DC (20 miles from Brandywine, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Washington, DC (20 miles from Brandywine, MD)
  • 2 days ago

Prepare supporting schedules and journal entries in accordance with GAAP and non-profit accounting standards....

Senior Accountant

  • Alexandria, VA (17 miles from Brandywine, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Alexandria, VA (17 miles from Brandywine, MD)
  • 2 days ago

Analyze financial data to prepare audit schedules, journal entries, and supporting documentation. Perform general ledger account reconciliations t and prepare journal entries....

Staff Accountant

  • Alexandria, VA (17 miles from Brandywine, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Alexandria, VA (17 miles from Brandywine, MD)
  • 2 days ago

Job Responsibilities: Assist with AP and AR processing and review of discrepancies Create journal entries and assist with account reconciliations, bank reconciliations, and credit card reconciliations...

Project Accountant

  • Washington, DC (20 miles from Brandywine, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Washington, DC (20 miles from Brandywine, MD)
  • 2 days ago

Handle a range of accounting duties, including time and expense reporting, invoicing, collections, accounts receivable and payable, journal entries, and more....

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Brandywine, MD

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Brandywine, MD offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
54.5%
Master's Degree
28.1%
Associate's Degree
6.9%
High School or GED
4.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.8%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.2%


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