Accountant Jobs in Laurel, 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....

Strategic Employment Partners

Senior Accountant (Hybrid)

A growing company in the renewable energy space is looking add a Senior Accountant to their team....

Staff Accountant

  • Washington, DC (16 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Washington, DC (16 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 1 hour 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 (23 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Owings Mills, MD (23 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 21 hours 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 (14 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Bethesda, MD (14 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 21 hours 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...

Senior Accountant

  • Bethesda, MD (14 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Bethesda, MD (14 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 21 hours ago

What You'll Be Doing: Prepare and enter journal entries (daily, monthly, recurring) Analyze and reconcile GL accounts, bank statements, fixed assets, etc....

Accountant

  • Bethesda, MD (14 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Bethesda, MD (14 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 21 hours 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....

Senior Financial Accountant

  • Bethesda, MD (14 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Bethesda, MD (14 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 21 hours ago

Syntax Talent Solutions is seeking a Senior Financial Accountant on behalf of our client, a fast-growing advertising agency based in Bethesda, MD....

Senior Accountant

  • Baltimore, MD (19 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Baltimore, MD (19 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 21 hours ago

The ideal candidate will have substantial exposure to monthly closing processes, forecasting and budgeting, and customer billing. They will be organized and approach each issue with an analytical...

Fixed Asset Accountant

  • Baltimore, MD (19 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Baltimore, MD (19 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 21 hours ago

As we continue to grow, we are looking for a dynamic and detail-oriented Fixed Asset Accountant to join our finance team....

Senior Consolidations Accountant

  • Washington, DC (16 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (16 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 22 hours ago

We firmly believe that our employees drive the success of the company! With success in mind as the ultimate goal, we strive to create and provide an environment that offers challenging,...

Staff Accountant

  • Baltimore, MD (19 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Baltimore, MD (19 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 22 hours ago

The candidate will be responsible for performing daily accounting tasks, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting....

Project Accountant - Flagship Residential Developer

  • Bethesda, MD (14 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Bethesda, MD (14 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 22 hours ago

Prepare monthly journal entries. Communicate effectively with subcontractors and address any issues....

Senior Accountant

  • Baltimore, MD (19 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Baltimore, MD (19 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 22 hours ago

Senior Accountant $75-90K + Great Benefits Hybrid - 3 Days in Office in Baltimore Metro Area w/ Free Parking!...

Staff Accountant

  • Annapolis, MD (19 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Annapolis, MD (19 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 22 hours ago

Essential Skills + Proficiency in accounting, ERP, Excel data entry, reconciliation, cash reconciliation, general ledger, and journal entry. + Extremely proficient in Excel, including formula writing...

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Laurel, 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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