Accountant Jobs in Catonsville, 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

Senior Accountant

Innovative, leading company seeks a Senior Accountant to join their dynamic finance team....

Staff Accountant

  • Annapolis, MD (21 miles from Catonsville, MD)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Annapolis, MD (21 miles from Catonsville, MD)
  • 19 hours ago

Responsible for the monthly general ledger closing and maintaining the general accounting system (e.g. account reconciliations, review daily cash summaries, preparation of journal entries)....

Senior Accountant

  • Columbia, MD (8 miles from Catonsville, MD)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Columbia, MD (8 miles from Catonsville, MD)
  • 19 hours ago

Manage month-end and year-end closing processes, including reconciliations and journal entries. Analyze financial data and provide insights to support decision-making....

Staff Accountant

  • Gaithersburg, MD (24 miles from Catonsville, MD)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (24 miles from Catonsville, MD)
  • 20 hours ago

COGS : Calculate and prepare COGS journal entry monthly. Revenue Recognition : Calculate and prepare Revenue Recognition journal entry monthly....

Staff Accountant - Construction

  • Gaithersburg, MD (24 miles from Catonsville, MD)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (24 miles from Catonsville, MD)
  • 20 hours ago

Staff Accountant - Construction The Staff Accountant reports to the CFO and supports the accounting team by helping ensure accurate and timely financial reporting....

Senior Accountant

  • Gaithersburg, MD (24 miles from Catonsville, MD)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (24 miles from Catonsville, MD)
  • 20 hours ago

Senior Accountant $90-100K Montgomery County Legacy Search Advisors has partnered with this 50 year old family owned business in search of a Senior Accountant....

Accountant

  • Columbia, MD (8 miles from Catonsville, MD)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Columbia, MD (8 miles from Catonsville, MD)
  • 20 hours ago

Chesapeake Search Partners is partnering with a prominent global leader in process engineering and technology to identify an Accountant to join their growing team....

Senior Accountant

  • Columbia, MD (8 miles from Catonsville, MD)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Columbia, MD (8 miles from Catonsville, MD)
  • 20 hours ago

Responsibilities: Month-end/year-end close, journal entries, reconciliations. Assist with lease accounting, consolidations, foreign currency transactions....

Senior Fund Accountant - Private Equity

  • Owings Mills, MD (11 miles from Catonsville, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Owings Mills, MD (11 miles from Catonsville, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Senior Fund Accountant - Job Description Prepare weekly accounting schedules Prepare monthly journal entries and bank reconciliations Prepare quarterly financial statements Prepare schedules for the...

Senior Accountant

  • Baltimore, MD (6 miles from Catonsville, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Baltimore, MD (6 miles from Catonsville, MD)
  • 1 day ago

The ideal candidate will have substantial exposure to monthly closing processes, forecasting and budgeting, and customer billing. They will be organized and approach each issue with an analytical...

Fixed Asset Accountant

  • Baltimore, MD (6 miles from Catonsville, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Baltimore, MD (6 miles from Catonsville, MD)
  • 1 day ago

As we continue to grow, we are looking for a dynamic and detail-oriented Fixed Asset Accountant to join our finance team....

Staff Accountant

  • Baltimore, MD (6 miles from Catonsville, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Baltimore, MD (6 miles from Catonsville, MD)
  • 1 day ago

The candidate will be responsible for performing daily accounting tasks, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting....

Staff Accountant

  • Annapolis, MD (21 miles from Catonsville, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Annapolis, MD (21 miles from Catonsville, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Essential Skills Proficiency in accounting, ERP, Excel data entry, reconciliation, cash reconciliation, general ledger, and journal entry....

Remote Work

Staff Accountant

  • Baltimore, MD (6 miles from Catonsville, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Baltimore, MD (6 miles from Catonsville, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Staff Accountant - Baltimore Metro (6 days a month In Office) | $80-85K This position is as close as you can get to 100% remote! 6-8 days a month in the office....

Remote Work

Certified Public Accountant

  • Baltimore, MD (6 miles from Catonsville, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Baltimore, MD (6 miles from Catonsville, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Overview Oversee a wide range of financial functions to ensure compliance with regulatory and financial standards and contribute to financial planning and analysis. Team Management & Efficiency :...

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Catonsville, MD

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Catonsville, 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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