Accountant Jobs in La Plata, 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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Accountant

  • Fort Belvoir, VA (15 miles from La Plata, MD)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Fort Belvoir, VA (15 miles from La Plata, MD)
  • 4 hours ago

college-level education, and training that provided professional accounting knowledge AND 24 semester hours (or 36 quarter hours) in accounting/auditing courses or a certificate as Certified Public Accountant...

Client Advisory Service (CAS) Staff I Accountant

  • Alexandria, VA (21 miles from La Plata, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Alexandria, VA (21 miles from La Plata, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Who We Are We are a growing public accounting firm (top 25 in Virginia, as measured by the number of CPAs on staff) with a great reputation in the business community, diversified practice and a...

Forensic Accountant

  • Quantico, VA (22 miles from La Plata, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Quantico, VA (22 miles from La Plata, MD)
  • 2 days ago

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS Selectees who are not FBI financial analysts or forensic accountants are required to attend a mandatory five-week Forensic Accountant Core Training Session (FACTS) held at the...

Senior Staff Accountant

  • La Plata, MD
  • 2 days ago
  • La Plata, MD
  • 2 days ago

entries to record financial activity, reclassifications, and corrections to the general ledger Assists with cash management for the school system, including monitoring daily cash balances, collateral...

Accountant Nf4

  • Quantico, VA (22 miles from La Plata, MD)
  • 5 days ago
  • Quantico, VA (22 miles from La Plata, MD)
  • 5 days ago

Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) is looking for the best and brightest to join our Team! MCCS is a comprehensive program that supports and enhances the quality of life for Marines, their...

Payroll Accountant

  • Alexandria, VA (21 miles from La Plata, MD)
  • 8 days ago
  • Alexandria, VA (21 miles from La Plata, MD)
  • 8 days ago

Prepare and reconcile payroll journal entries and assist with month-end close processes. Manage employee deductions, benefits, garnishments, and tax withholdings....

Senior Accountant

  • Alexandria, VA (21 miles from La Plata, MD)
  • 15 days ago
  • Alexandria, VA (21 miles from La Plata, MD)
  • 15 days ago

Key Responsibilities Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements in accordance with GAAP Lead month-end and year-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate...

Project Accountant

  • Alexandria, VA (21 miles from La Plata, MD)
  • 18 days ago
  • Alexandria, VA (21 miles from La Plata, MD)
  • 18 days ago

What you will be doing Prepare project journal entries and reconciles cost reports for one or more projects. Compile and analyze project pay forms to meet deadlines and ensure accuracy....

Technical Tax and Audit Accountant

  • Upper Marlboro, MD (22 miles from La Plata, MD)
  • 18 days ago
  • Upper Marlboro, MD (22 miles from La Plata, MD)
  • 18 days ago

Education and Experience: Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance and/or related business is required; with at least 5 years of related experience and/or training with a strong background in accounting...

Senior Accountant (Audit For-Profit)

  • Alexandria, VA (21 miles from La Plata, MD)
  • 24 days ago
  • Alexandria, VA (21 miles from La Plata, MD)
  • 24 days ago

Senior Accountant (Audit For-Profit) Cotton & Company LLP paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, tuition reimbursement, flex time, 401(k) United States, Virginia, Alexandria 333 John Carlyle Street...

Accountant

  • Springfield, VA (24 miles from La Plata, MD)
  • 25 days ago
  • Springfield, VA (24 miles from La Plata, MD)
  • 25 days ago

Coordinates the Fixed Asset process and makes necessary journal entries....

Staff Accountant I

  • Alexandria, VA (21 miles from La Plata, MD)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Alexandria, VA (21 miles from La Plata, MD)
  • 30+ days ago

Responsible for preparing assigned monthly journal entries with supporting documentation and written description (i.e., bank, debit, investment transactions)....

Accountant II

  • Springfield, VA (24 miles from La Plata, MD)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Springfield, VA (24 miles from La Plata, MD)
  • 45+ days ago

Responsibilities: Prepare and record journal entries. Perform account reconciliations....

Accountant

  • Alexandria, VA (21 miles from La Plata, MD)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Alexandria, VA (21 miles from La Plata, MD)
  • 45+ days ago

Prepares journal entries for Employer Withdrawal Liability, on a quarterly basis. Analyzes and completes required journal entries for general ledger account analysis....

Mid-Level Accountant-CPA

  • Quantico, VA (22 miles from La Plata, MD)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Quantico, VA (22 miles from La Plata, MD)
  • 60+ days ago

Mid-Level Accountant-CPA Quantico, VA 22134, USA Req #3677 Wednesday, May 12, 2021 Summary All Native Group is looking to fill the position of Mid-Level Certified Public Accountant (CPA) with the Marine...

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in La Plata, MD

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in La Plata, 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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