Accountant Jobs in Boston, MA

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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Fund Accountant

A Massachusetts-based private equity real estate investment firm is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Fund Accountant to join its dynamic and fast-paced team....

Tax Accountant II (TA II), Fiduciary Tax

  • Waltham, MA (10 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Waltham, MA (10 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 3 hours ago

Tax Accountant II (TA II), Fiduciary Tax, Private Banking - This job is responsible for providing technical fiduciary expertise to Private Bank client teams, focused on differentiating client service...

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Tax Accountant

  • Norwood, MA (13 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Norwood, MA (13 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 17 hours ago

Tax Accountant A Top CPA firm in the area is looking to add a Tax Accountant to their team. This stable and growing firm offers their clients valuable knowledge and expertise in tax....

Staff Accountant

  • Boston, MA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 19 hours ago

Key Responsibilities + Assist with month-end and year-end close processes + Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements + Support audits and ensure compliance with GAAP...

Accountant

  • Woburn, MA (10 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Woburn, MA (10 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 19 hours ago

Core Skills: General accounting, month-end close, journal entries. Proficiency with Excel pivot tables. Intercompany transactions and financial consolidations....

Senior Accountant

  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago

**Position Summary** + Prepare accurate and timely journal entries. + Perform account reconciliations, including data mining and summarization of transactions in a clear and concise manner. + Verify...

Enterprise Accounting, Senior Accountant - Intercompany

  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago

**Minimum Requirements:** + Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance. + Five (5) years of accounting experience. + US Citizenship is required to apply. + CPA or CPA candidate preferred....

Lead Accountant

  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago

As a Lead Accountant in the Comptroller Accounting Operations organization, you will be exposed to a multitude of different concepts and functions within the company that will all collectively shape...

Accountant, FCM

  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago

*What youll be doing (ie. job duties):* * Supporting the timely submission of all required reporting to the CFTC, NFA and other regulatory agencies * Supporting all aspects of monthly accounting close...

Tax Accountant

  • North Scituate, MA (17 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • North Scituate, MA (17 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Tax Accountant A Top CPA firm in the area is looking to add a Tax Accountant to their team. This stable and growing firm offers their clients valuable knowledge and expertise in tax....

Staff Accountant

  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago

.* The Possible Zone (TPZ), seeks a Staff Accountant to manage the nonprofit organization's financial transactions related to the Accounts Payable department....

Senior Accountant

  • Somerville, MA (2 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Somerville, MA (2 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 1 day ago

********************************************************************** Essential Duties and Responsibilities Lead monthly close activities including journal entries, trial balance reconciliation, and...

Estate Accountant

  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago

The Estate Accountant will be responsible for performing a variety of fiduciary accounting tasks, including estate and tax planning projections and estate and trust administration....

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Senior Accountant

  • Boston, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 2 days ago

Kforce has a client that is seeking a Senior Accountant in Boston, MA....

Staff Accountant

  • Boston, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 2 days ago

degree in Accounting Benefits 50 Discount on GCC tripsRobust healthcare benefits including medical dental vision and flex spending accountsGenerous Paid time off PTOPaid holidays throughout the yearCompany...

Demographic Data for Boston, MA

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Boston, MA

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Boston, MA 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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