Accountant Jobs in Taneytown, 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 Public Accountant

  • Frederick, MD (15 miles from Taneytown, MD)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Frederick, MD (15 miles from Taneytown, MD)
  • 22 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...

Staff Accountant

  • Glen Rock, PA (23 miles from Taneytown, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Glen Rock, PA (23 miles from Taneytown, MD)
  • 3 days ago

of financial transactions. + Reconcile bank accounts, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and intercompany transactions. + Assist in financial statement preparation, including balance sheets, income...

Staff Accountant

  • Hanover, PA (13 miles from Taneytown, MD)
  • 5 days ago
  • Hanover, PA (13 miles from Taneytown, MD)
  • 5 days ago

In this role, the primary responsibilities will be to assist in the preparation and analysis of month-end and year-end closing, prepare journal entries, support quarterly and year-end audits, prepare...

Accountant

  • Hampstead, MD (17 miles from Taneytown, MD)
  • 6 days ago
  • Hampstead, MD (17 miles from Taneytown, MD)
  • 6 days ago

Responsibilities Support month-end close, including preparation of journal entries, fixed asset management, reconciliations of all balance sheet accounts, variance analysis of the financial statements...

Senior Accountant

  • Hampstead, MD (17 miles from Taneytown, MD)
  • 7 days ago
  • Hampstead, MD (17 miles from Taneytown, MD)
  • 7 days ago

Responsibilities Support month-end close, including preparation of journal entries, fixed asset management, reconciliations of all balance sheet accounts, variance analysis of the financial statements...

Staff Accountant

  • Emmitsburg, MD (8 miles from Taneytown, MD)
  • 10 days ago
  • Emmitsburg, MD (8 miles from Taneytown, MD)
  • 10 days ago

Position Title: Staff Accountant Job Description: The Staff Accountant is a vital member of the Accounting & Finance Team and serves as the primary point of contact for all university payments....

Staff Accountant- National Lutheran Communities & Services (Hybrid)

  • Frederick, MD (15 miles from Taneytown, MD)
  • 19 days ago
  • Frederick, MD (15 miles from Taneytown, MD)
  • 19 days ago

Bachelors degree in Accounting, Business or related field is required At least three (3) years of experience in accounting is required, preferably in a senior living environment Strong analytical and...

Cost/ Sr Staff Accountant

  • Hanover, PA (13 miles from Taneytown, MD)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hanover, PA (13 miles from Taneytown, MD)
  • 30+ days ago

Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or a relevant field (MBA is a plus). 3+ years of accounting experience, including at least 2 years in the manufacturing industry....

Plant Accountant

  • Hanover, PA (13 miles from Taneytown, MD)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Hanover, PA (13 miles from Taneytown, MD)
  • 60+ days ago

Qualifications 2-3 years experience and bachelors degree in accounting, including a broad knowledge of GAAP accounting, auditing, financial analysis, and Sarbanes-Oxley strongly preferred but not required...

Senior Accountant

  • Taneytown, MD
  • 90+ days ago
  • Taneytown, MD
  • 90+ days ago

The Senior Accountant - Taneytown is one of our two senior accountants....

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Taneytown, MD

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Taneytown, 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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