Accountant Jobs in Columbia, 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 Budget Analyst

  • Arlington, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 8 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 8 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...

Real Estate Accountant & Reporting Lead

  • Arlington, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Arlington, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 hour ago

entries, provide year end GAAP and STAT reporting. + Oversee the rent allocation process managed by the third-party real estate management firm + Engage with the clients real estate and third-party...

Staff Accountant

  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 8 hours ago

As part of the month end close process, the Staff Accountant is expected to assist in the compilation of the monthly Federal Election Commission (FEC) report....

Staff Accountant

  • Columbia, MD
  • 9 hours ago
  • Columbia, MD
  • 9 hours ago

. * Manage journal entries, invoices, and account reconciliations for monthly and annual close. * Assist in developing and maintaining general ledger expense allocation methods across multiple offices...

Senior Accountant

  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 18 hours ago

A growing marketing and events company in the Baltimore metro area is seeking a qualified Senior Accountant Responsibilities: Coordinating accounting functions and programs....

Hotel Accountant

  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 18 hours ago

Beacon Hill Financial has partnered with a locally based hotel in the search for a new accountant to join their staff....

Accountant

  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 21 hours ago

Kforce has a client that is seeking an Accountant in Baltimore, MD....

Senior Tax Accountant

  • Bethesda, MD (19 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Bethesda, MD (19 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 21 hours ago

As a Senior Tax Accountant, you will have the opportunity to develop your skills and expertise in tax accounting, forecasting, and compliance....

Budget Analyst (Senior)

  • McLean, VA (23 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 21 hours ago
  • McLean, VA (23 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 21 hours ago

Responsibilities OBXtek is staffing for a Senior Budget Analyst for the Project Manager Cyber and Space (PM C&S) System Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) support program. Work is on-site...

Budget Analyst

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

Notify property accountants of changes in assessments and successful appeals....

Program Accountant

  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Maintains all assigned accounts of the general ledger, makes journal entries, performs accounts analysis, monitors accounts receivables and payables, as well as fixed asset accounts....

Staff Accountant

  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Overview The Staff Accountant will perform a variety of monthly accounting and financial close responsibilities, including the recording of financial transactions/journal entries and reconciling balance...

Accountant for Outsourced Accounting Team

  • Gaithersburg, MD (16 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (16 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Ready to advance your accounting career with a successful CPA firm offering excellent growth potential? Join our team in Gaithersburg, 5 days a week, where your expertise will be valued, and your...

Real Estate Accountant

  • Arlington, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Arlington, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Job Description The Investment Accounting group is responsible for the accounting and reporting for the client's invested Assets, which includes private equity, hedge funds, commercial residential...

Investment Accountant

  • Arlington, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 days ago

The Investment Accounting Associate Manager is responsible for the accounting and reporting for a global financial services company's invested asset. These assets total over 330 billion and are...

Demographic Data for Columbia, MD

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Columbia, MD

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Columbia, 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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