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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Project Accountant - Remote, US (Eastern Time Zone Only)

  • Annapolis, MD (4 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Annapolis, MD (4 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 3 hours ago

Short Description** Bowman has an opportunity for a Project Accountant to join our team remotely (Eastern Time Zone Only)....

Remote Work

Project / Revenue Accountant

  • Hanover, MD (19 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Hanover, MD (19 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 5 hours ago

Kforce has a client in Hanover, MD that is seeking a Project/Revenue Accountant....

Branch Accountant

  • Odenton, MD (12 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Odenton, MD (12 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Branch Accountant at Keller Foundations, LLC Branch Accountant at Keller Foundations, LLC in odenton, Maryland Posted in Other 5 days ago. $65,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year Job Description: Company Logo...

Senior Accountant

  • Hanover, MD (19 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hanover, MD (19 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Degree in Accounting Additional Information Salary Range : $85-95K per year Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors including relevant internal and external experience, knowledge, skills...

Accountant

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

About Us When you work at Chugach Government Solutions (CGS), you join a proud legacy of supporting missions while sustaining culture. The federal division of Chugach Alaska Corporation, CGS has...

Staff Accountant

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

prepare monthly journal entries, and reconciliations....

Staff Accountant

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

Accruals and JE's - Responsible for preparing monthly accounting journal entries including fixed assets, capitalized leases for equipment and office space, expense accruals, and revenue....

Remote Work

Full Time Accountant

  • Severna Park, MD (10 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 9 days ago
  • Severna Park, MD (10 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 9 days ago

This is a full time position. Primary responsibility is to Take Excellent Care Of Our Customers by satisfying each customer's needs, exceeding their expectations, and making every shopping visit a...

Senior Tax Accountant

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

The Senior Tax Accountant will play a critical role in supporting the tax department in meeting compliance, provision, and planning goals....

Project Accountant I

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

**Summary:** The Project Accountant I position provides accounting, project controls, and job-cost support to clients, project managers, and operation managers....

Staff Accountant

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

Additionally, the Staff Accountant will be assigned special projects as they become familiar with the position....

Budget Analyst

  • Dundalk, MD (23 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 11 days ago
  • Dundalk, MD (23 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 11 days ago

Prepare budget transfers and journal entries to ensure deficit coverage....

Staff Accountant, Fixed Assets

  • Millersville, MD (18 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 13 days ago
  • Millersville, MD (18 miles from Edgewater, MD)
  • 13 days ago

The Staff Accountant works on fixed asset accounting across multiple domestic and international business units....

Accountant II

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

TITLE: Accountant II (Student Account Coordinator) REPORTS TO: Assistant Vice President, Finance & Operation SALARY: Grade 12 ($52,170 - $72,170) ROLE: The Accountant II is responsible for overseeing...

Staff Accountant

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

You will be responsible for a variety of accounting such as journal entries, accounts payables, assisting in month end close, bank reconciliations, vendor research, etc....

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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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