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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Senior Budget Analyst

  • Arlington, VA (13 miles from Rockville, MD)
  • 10 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (13 miles from Rockville, MD)
  • 10 days ago

ManTech seeks a motivated, career and customer oriented Senior Budget Analyst to join our team in the Arlington, VA area to provide budget support to our customer and to begin an exciting and...

Revenue Analyst

  • Bethesda, MD (7 miles from Rockville, MD)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Bethesda, MD (7 miles from Rockville, MD)
  • 1 hour ago

Revenue Analyst, Revenue Management Systems Who are we looking for? Choice Hotels, one of the worlds largest lodging franchisors, has an exciting new opportunity as our Revenue Analyst, Revenue...

Tax Accountant - International Tax Services - ITTS Standard - Manager - Multiple Positions - 1626374

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

Tax Accountant, International Tax Services, ITTS Standard (Manager) (Multiple Positions) (1626374), Ernst & Young U.S. LLP, Washington, DC....

Staff Accountant

  • Columbia, MD (16 miles from Rockville, MD)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Columbia, MD (16 miles from Rockville, MD)
  • 7 hours ago

degree in Accounting (strongly preferred) or Finance, demonstrating a working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and financial analysis principles (IFRS knowledge a significant plus...

Staff Accountant

  • Washington, DC (14 miles from Rockville, MD)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (14 miles from Rockville, MD)
  • 16 hours ago

Prepare and post journal entries and maintain the general ledger. Assist in month-end and year-end closing processes. Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and other balance sheet accounts....

Staff Accountant

  • Alexandria, VA (19 miles from Rockville, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Alexandria, VA (19 miles from Rockville, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Preparing and entering Journal entries into accounting system, verifying supporting documentation for review and approval. Ensure the compliance of GAAP. Ensure company policy is being adhered to....

Staff Accountant NEW

  • Alexandria, VA (19 miles from Rockville, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Alexandria, VA (19 miles from Rockville, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Advantage SCI, LLC, a trusted leader in national security and mission support services, is on the lookout for a dynamic Staff Accountant to join our HQ team in Alexandria, VA....

Staff Auditor III-IV (CPA)

  • Washington, DC (14 miles from Rockville, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC (14 miles from Rockville, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Staff Auditor III-IV (CPA) ADVANTAGE SCI View Employer's Profile FOLLOW EMPLOYER Yesterday Secret Unspecified Unspecified Washington, DC (ON-SITE/OFFICE) Job Description Position Title: Staff...

Accountant (Nonprofit)

  • Washington, DC (14 miles from Rockville, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC (14 miles from Rockville, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Core Responsibilities Maintain accurate and timely financial records in QuickBooks Online, including journal entries and reconciliations Process accounts payable, including timely payment of vendor...

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Project Accountant III

  • Columbia, MD (16 miles from Rockville, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbia, MD (16 miles from Rockville, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Post journal entries and job cost transactions (as needed) on assigned projects. Oversee vendor compliance (COI updates) and maintain credit application documents....

Accountant

  • Washington, DC (14 miles from Rockville, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC (14 miles from Rockville, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Videos Help Duties Create various journal entries for assigned business units including accrual of revenue, expenses, inventory transactions, or account corrections to the general ledger Reconcile inventory...

Senior Accountant

  • Alexandria, VA (19 miles from Rockville, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Alexandria, VA (19 miles from Rockville, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Manage general ledger activities, including journal entries and adjustments. Ensure accurate and timely month-end and year-end closing processes....

Tax & Treasury Staff Accountant

  • Rockville, MD
  • 2 days ago
  • Rockville, MD
  • 2 days ago

and reconciliations; recording intercompany journal entries to clear intercompany transactions; ensuring intercompany accounting policies, processes and operating procedures are clearly defined in...

Tax & Treasury Staff Accountant

  • McLean, VA (10 miles from Rockville, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • McLean, VA (10 miles from Rockville, MD)
  • 3 days ago

; recording intercompany journal entries to clear intercompany transactions; ensuring intercompany accounting policies, processes and operating procedures are clearly defined in line with company policies...

Accountant

  • Washington, DC (14 miles from Rockville, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Washington, DC (14 miles from Rockville, MD)
  • 3 days ago

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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
28.2%
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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