Accountant Jobs in Edgewater, 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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Lead Accountant

  • Jessup, MD (20 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Jessup, MD (20 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 20 hours ago

Review and approval of monthly AP journal entries and GL reconciliations and ensure compliance with company policies and controls....

FEMA Disaster Management Accountant

  • Bowie, MD (11 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bowie, MD (11 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 1 day ago

**Preferred Qualifications:** Certification such as CPA (Certified Public Accountant), CFE (Certified Fraud Examiner), or CFF (Certified in Financial Forensics)....

Accountant

  • Cheltenham, MD (20 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Cheltenham, MD (20 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 2 days ago

Similarly, "accountant" should be interpreted, generally, as "accountant and/or auditor.")...

Senior Accountant- Internal Reporting

  • Linthicum Heights, MD (20 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Linthicum Heights, MD (20 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 3 days ago

The Senior will perform the following duties: Prepare and/or review journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation related to legal entities....

Senior Accountant- Technical Accounting

  • Linthicum Heights, MD (20 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Linthicum Heights, MD (20 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 3 days ago

The Senior will perform the following duties: * Prepare journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation and complete financial analysis for the following areas across the entire System: o...

Senior Accountant- External Reporting

  • Linthicum Heights, MD (20 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Linthicum Heights, MD (20 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 3 days ago

Insight Global is seeking 1 Senior Accountant to join the External Reporting team for a large healthcare system based out of Linthicum, MD....

Senior Cash Accountant

  • Linthicum Heights, MD (20 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Linthicum Heights, MD (20 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 3 days ago

Prepare cash journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation for all hospitals Research and clear/post unidentified deposits/withdrawals Coordination with Internal and External Financial Reporting...

Staff Accountant-Hybrid Position

  • Linthicum Heights, MD (20 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Linthicum Heights, MD (20 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 3 days ago

journal entries, and reconciliations....

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Accountant / CPA

  • Edgewater, MD
  • 4 days ago
  • Edgewater, MD
  • 4 days ago

Additional experience with tax software - Thomson Reuters Ultra Tax a plus. Must be proficient with Excel and Quickbooks. Benefits available for FT employment only....

Senior Accountant

  • Annapolis, MD (4 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 6 days ago
  • Annapolis, MD (4 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 6 days ago

Key Responsibilities: Execute accounting for investment transactions across a range of asset classes Prepare journal entries, amortization schedules, and account reconciliations Analyze investment models...

Accountant II

  • Beltsville, MD (20 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 8 days ago
  • Beltsville, MD (20 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 8 days ago

Responsibilities ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: -Maintains general ledger, including preparing financial schedules, writing journal entries, and reconciling accounts....

Senior Grant Accountant

  • Berwyn Heights, MD (21 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 8 days ago
  • Berwyn Heights, MD (21 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 8 days ago

The Maryland Clean Energy Center (MCEC), is seeking a Senior Grant Accountant to support our Grants Division with grant billing, booking and reporting....

Accountant

  • Linthicum Heights, MD (20 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 8 days ago
  • Linthicum Heights, MD (20 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 8 days ago

ACCOUNTANT IN LINTHICUM HEIGHTS, MD, USA!...

Staff Accountant

  • Laurel, MD (21 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 8 days ago
  • Laurel, MD (21 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 8 days ago

Key Responsibilities: Prepare and maintain general ledger entries, journal entries, and account reconciliations. Assist with month-end and year-end close processes....

Accountant I

  • Linthicum Heights, MD (20 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 9 days ago
  • Linthicum Heights, MD (20 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 9 days ago

+ Construction background preferred knowledge of AIA/progress billing a plus! + Provide wide variety of operational and administrative functions such as purchasing, billings, entering projects,...

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Edgewater, MD

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Edgewater, 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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