Accountant Jobs in Mount Airy, 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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Plant Accountant

  • Eldersburg, MD (10 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Eldersburg, MD (10 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 30+ days ago

Line of Business: Cement & White Cement Plant Accountant About Us Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials....

Accountant II

  • Owings Mills, MD (19 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Owings Mills, MD (19 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 3 days ago

Immediate need for a talented Accountant II. This is a 06+months Contract to hire opportunity with long-term potential and is located in Owings Mills, MD (Hybrid)....

Tax Staff Accountant

  • Rockville, MD (20 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Rockville, MD (20 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 3 days ago

We are searching for a Staff Accountant to join our Tax team!?...

Staff Accountant

  • Catonsville, MD (23 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 4 days ago
  • Catonsville, MD (23 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 4 days ago

Location: Erickson Senior Living Erickson Senior Living is seeking a Staff Accountant with Fixed Assets experience to join our growing central accounting and reporting team....

Financial Reporting / Technical Accountant

  • Germantown, MD (17 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 5 days ago
  • Germantown, MD (17 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 5 days ago

Kforce has a client that is seeking a Financial Reporting/Technical Accountant in Germantown, MD....

Staff Accountant - Koons Mercedez-Benz of Catonsville

  • Catonsville, MD (23 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 6 days ago
  • Catonsville, MD (23 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 6 days ago

The Staff Accountant will ensure an extraordinary client experience while creating client advocates and perform general accounting duties....

Staff Accountant

  • Frederick, MD (11 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 6 days ago
  • Frederick, MD (11 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 6 days ago

Essential Skills + 2-3 years of accounting experience, ideally with a focus on leadership roles. + Experience in the manufacturing industry. + Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field...

Accountant II

  • Brinklow, MD (15 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 7 days ago
  • Brinklow, MD (15 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 7 days ago

The Controller department is seeking analytical and highly motivated individuals to perform a full range of advanced accounting activities in support of assuring timely and accurate general...

Senior Accountant, Internal Controls

  • Catonsville, MD (23 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 9 days ago
  • Catonsville, MD (23 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 9 days ago

Location: Erickson Senior Living The Senior Accountant of Internal Controls works closely with the Directors and Accounting Managers to evaluate and develop standard business processes to strengthen...

Accountant III, Payroll & Benefits

  • Columbia, MD (18 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 11 days ago
  • Columbia, MD (18 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 11 days ago

Job Description Summary The Accountant III, Payroll and Benefit Accounting will work with the Assistant Controller to coordinate and prepare the Enterprise payrolls for 1000+ employees....

Senior Accountant

  • Frederick, MD (11 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 11 days ago
  • Frederick, MD (11 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 11 days ago

Accountant Job Description We are seeking an experienced accountant to participate in all aspects of day-to-day accounting operations and month-end/year-end close processes....

Tax Accountant

  • Columbia, MD (18 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 13 days ago
  • Columbia, MD (18 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 13 days ago

Tax Accountant Location: Columbia, MD Salary: $80,000 - $82,000 per year Who are we?...

Senior Accountant

  • Frederick, MD (11 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 18 days ago
  • Frederick, MD (11 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 18 days ago

Senior Accountant Frederick, MD | Hybrid | Direct Hire Join our dynamic clients team as a Senior Staff Accountant and lead financial operations for a portfolio of hotels....

Accountant with Telecom Experience

  • Rockville, MD (20 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 18 days ago
  • Rockville, MD (20 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 18 days ago

Job Title: Accountant with Telecom Experience Location: Rockville, MD Job Type: Contract / Full Time Client: Direct Client Degree Certificates are mandatory to submit....

Accountant II

  • Columbia, MD (18 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 19 days ago
  • Columbia, MD (18 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 19 days ago

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

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Mount Airy, MD

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Mount Airy, 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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