Accountant Jobs in Clarksville, 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....

Senior Accountant

  • Arlington, VA (23 miles from Clarksville, MD)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Arlington, VA (23 miles from Clarksville, MD)
  • 3 hours 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Company Description Govini transforms Defense Acquisition from an outdated manual process to a software-driven strategic advantage for the United States.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 (23 miles from Clarksville, MD)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Arlington, VA (23 miles from Clarksville, MD)
  • 13 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...

Senior Accountant

  • Columbia, MD (3 miles from Clarksville, MD)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Columbia, MD (3 miles from Clarksville, MD)
  • 18 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 (13 miles from Clarksville, MD)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (13 miles from Clarksville, MD)
  • 18 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 (13 miles from Clarksville, MD)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (13 miles from Clarksville, MD)
  • 18 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....

Fund Accountant

  • Arlington, VA (23 miles from Clarksville, MD)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Arlington, VA (23 miles from Clarksville, MD)
  • 18 hours ago

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

Senior Accountant

  • Gaithersburg, MD (13 miles from Clarksville, MD)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (13 miles from Clarksville, MD)
  • 18 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 (3 miles from Clarksville, MD)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Columbia, MD (3 miles from Clarksville, MD)
  • 18 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 (3 miles from Clarksville, MD)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Columbia, MD (3 miles from Clarksville, MD)
  • 18 hours ago

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

Property Accountant

  • Washington, DC (21 miles from Clarksville, MD)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (21 miles from Clarksville, MD)
  • 19 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 (21 miles from Clarksville, MD)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (21 miles from Clarksville, MD)
  • 22 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 Fund Accountant - Private Equity

  • Owings Mills, MD (17 miles from Clarksville, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Owings Mills, MD (17 miles from Clarksville, 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 Public Accountant

  • Bethesda, MD (17 miles from Clarksville, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bethesda, MD (17 miles from Clarksville, MD)
  • 1 day ago

About the Company - Regional Public Accounting firm offers challenging growth opportunity and a great team environment for a Senior Accountant with both tax and accounting/audit experience in a public...

Accountant

  • Bethesda, MD (17 miles from Clarksville, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bethesda, MD (17 miles from Clarksville, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Accountant II, Selection Criteria: Four-year Degree in Accounting or Finance required. CPA preferred. 2-5 years training as an Accountant, experience in real estate environment preferred....

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Clarksville, MD

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Clarksville, 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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