Accountant Jobs in Rockville, 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

Highly valued, thriving construction client is seeking a Project Accountant to manage the accounts of various construction projects by monitoring detailed budgets, overseeing supplier and subcontractor...

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Staff Accountant

  • Creative Financial Staffing
  • Springfield, VA (21 miles from Rockville, MD)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Springfield, VA (21 miles from Rockville, MD)
  • 1 hour ago

, sales, and excise taxes Assist with state and local tax compliance requirements Complete ad hoc tasks & projects as requested Qualifications for the Staff Accountant: Bachelors degree in accounting...

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Staff Accountant I, Merchandise Accounting

  • Retail Services & Systems, Inc
  • Bethesda, MD (7 miles from Rockville, MD)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Bethesda, MD (7 miles from Rockville, MD)
  • 2 hours ago

Complete month end journal entries and submit corresponding monthly reconciliations. You will report to the Manager of Merchandise Accounting....

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Accountant

  • T3W Business Solutions Inc
  • Silver Spring, MD (8 miles from Rockville, MD)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Silver Spring, MD (8 miles from Rockville, MD)
  • 2 hours ago

We are looking for an Accountant in Silver Springs, MD....

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Senior Corporate Accountant

  • Crestline Hotels & Resorts, LLC
  • Fairfax, VA (21 miles from Rockville, MD)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Fairfax, VA (21 miles from Rockville, MD)
  • 2 hours ago

What You'll Do: Own the preparation and recording of journal entries, compiling and analyzing account information to ensure accuracy and completeness....

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Project Accountant

  • National Technology Integrators
  • Rockville, MD
  • 2 hours ago
  • Rockville, MD
  • 2 hours ago

Overview We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Project Accountant to join our finance team, supporting complex construction and integration projects within the audiovisual (AV) integration...

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Supervisory Accountant

  • Bureau of Economic Analysis
  • Suitland, MD (21 miles from Rockville, MD)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Suitland, MD (21 miles from Rockville, MD)
  • 2 hours ago

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Accountant vacancy in Washington USA

  • ExecuStaff Kuwait
  • Washington, DC (14 miles from Rockville, MD)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (14 miles from Rockville, MD)
  • 2 hours ago

Responsibilities: - Process accounts receivable and accounts payable transactions - Reconcile bank statements and credit card statements - Assist with month-end close procedures - Prepare journal entries...

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Accountant II

  • The US Oncology Network
  • Calverton, MD (14 miles from Rockville, MD)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Calverton, MD (14 miles from Rockville, MD)
  • 2 hours ago

Responsibilities ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: -Maintains general ledger, including preparing financial schedules, preparing journal entries, etc....

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Senior Accountant with Security Clearance

  • Kearney & Company
  • Alexandria, VA (19 miles from Rockville, MD)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Alexandria, VA (19 miles from Rockville, MD)
  • 2 hours ago

We're hiring a Senior Accountant to join our team at one of the nation's Best Places to Work!...

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Staff Accountant with Security Clearance

  • The Swift Group
  • Reston, VA (13 miles from Rockville, MD)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Reston, VA (13 miles from Rockville, MD)
  • 2 hours ago

We are looking for a Staff Accountant in a hybrid capacity in Reston, VA....

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AP&AR Accountant

  • Addison Group
  • Oxon Hill, MD (20 miles from Rockville, MD)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Oxon Hill, MD (20 miles from Rockville, MD)
  • 2 hours ago

Accounting Specialist (AP/AR) Location: Oxon Hill, MD (Hybrid) Assignment Type: Permanent Hire Compensation: $60,000 - $80,000 annually Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Benefits:...

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Project Accountant

  • Encompass Community Services
  • Community, VA (22 miles from Rockville, MD)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Community, VA (22 miles from Rockville, MD)
  • 2 hours ago

Accountant....

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Federal Staff Accountant

  • Hitachi Careers
  • Herndon, VA (14 miles from Rockville, MD)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Herndon, VA (14 miles from Rockville, MD)
  • 2 hours ago

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Maintain financial records, reports, and general ledger accounts Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations Support month-end and year-end close activities Process and...

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Supervisory Staff Accountant

  • U.S.Department of the Treasury
  • Washington, DC (14 miles from Rockville, MD)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (14 miles from Rockville, MD)
  • 2 hours ago

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

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Rockville, MD

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Rockville, MD offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
54.6%
Master's Degree
28.3%
Associate's Degree
6.8%
High School or GED
4.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.8%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.2%


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