Accountant Jobs in Charlton, 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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Tax Accountant

  • Pascoag, RI (17 miles from Charlton, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pascoag, RI (17 miles from Charlton, 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

  • Webster, MA (8 miles from Charlton, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Webster, MA (8 miles from Charlton, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Job Summary: The Staff Accounting position supports the company by assisting the Controller with the preparation of journal entries, monthly close responsibilities, accounts payable assistance, general...

Senior Accountant

  • Sterling, MA (23 miles from Charlton, MA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Sterling, MA (23 miles from Charlton, MA)
  • 12 days ago

Prepare/review monthly journal entries for closing, financial statement information, maintain daily and weekly cash reporting and provide weekly cash forecasts....

Tax Accountant

  • Wales, MA (14 miles from Charlton, MA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Wales, MA (14 miles from Charlton, MA)
  • 13 days 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....

Cost Accountant - Pomfret

  • Pomfret, CT (16 miles from Charlton, MA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Pomfret, CT (16 miles from Charlton, MA)
  • 25 days ago

General Purpose of the Position: The Cost Accountant will provide financial reporting, costing and financial services to ensure efficient, timely and accurate financial information and reports....

Town Accountant

  • Princeton, MA (22 miles from Charlton, MA)
  • 27 days ago
  • Princeton, MA (22 miles from Charlton, MA)
  • 27 days ago

The Town of Princeton seeks qualified applicants for the position of Town Accountant....

Accountant, Staff III

  • Shrewsbury, MA (17 miles from Charlton, MA)
  • 27 days ago
  • Shrewsbury, MA (17 miles from Charlton, MA)
  • 27 days ago

, Accounting Manager and Property Accounting team Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance 3-5 years in financial accounting...

Tax Accountant

  • Milford, MA (22 miles from Charlton, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Milford, MA (22 miles from Charlton, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

Qualifications Bachelors degree in accounting or finance is required, CPA preferred....

Staff Accountant

  • Auburn, MA (7 miles from Charlton, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Auburn, MA (7 miles from Charlton, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

Journal entry creation and posting. Review vendor invoices for proper coding and adherence to the organizations capitalization policy....

Senior Accountant - Indirect Tax

  • Westborough, MA (20 miles from Charlton, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Westborough, MA (20 miles from Charlton, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

Are you curious about solving complex business challenges for a leading convenience retailer? Do you have a passion for cross functional collaboration? Then you may be the perfect addition to our...

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Staff Accountant

  • Milford, MA (22 miles from Charlton, MA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Milford, MA (22 miles from Charlton, MA)
  • 45+ days ago

Scope of Responsibilities Responsible for the timely and accurate monthly financial reporting, including completion of all journal entries, account reconciliations, and budget to actual analysis....

Senior Accountant, Westborough, MA

  • Westborough, MA (20 miles from Charlton, MA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Westborough, MA (20 miles from Charlton, MA)
  • 60+ days ago

Annually Senior Accountant The Finance Department of Key Program Inc., a non-profit social service agency, is seeking a full-time, 40-hour per week Senior Accountant in their administrative office...

Sales Consultant - CPA Centric

  • Worcester, MA (12 miles from Charlton, MA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Worcester, MA (12 miles from Charlton, MA)
  • 60+ days ago

Collaborate with key referral sources, including Accountants, Banks, and existing Paychex clients, with the goal of education, consultation and to secure referrals to end user sales....

Senior Accountant

  • Oxford, MA (6 miles from Charlton, MA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Oxford, MA (6 miles from Charlton, MA)
  • 60+ days ago

Perform equity-based compensation accounting activities during the close process, including preparing journal entries....

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Charlton, MA

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Charlton, 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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