Accountant Jobs in Mansfield, 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 (Hybrid)

Award-winning CPA firm, voted of the top 50 CPA firms and Best Place to Work in 2024, is seeking a detail-oriented Tax Accountant to add to the team....

Tax Consultant - Work from Home - 2+ Yrs Paid Tax Experience Required

  • Boston, MA (24 miles from Mansfield, MA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (24 miles from Mansfield, MA)
  • 16 hours ago

Overview Earn additional income as a remote Tax Associate - help people file with confidence! Are you an experienced tax professional looking for a flexible, remote opportunity this tax season? If...

Remote Work

Tax Accountant - Work from Home - 2+ Yrs Paid Tax Experience Required?

  • Boston, MA (24 miles from Mansfield, MA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (24 miles from Mansfield, MA)
  • 7 hours ago

Overview Earn additional income as a remote Tax Associate - help people file with confidence! Are you an experienced tax professional looking for a flexible, remote opportunity this tax season? If...

Remote Work

Tax Filer - Work from Home

  • Boston, MA (24 miles from Mansfield, MA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (24 miles from Mansfield, MA)
  • 8 hours ago

Overview Earn additional income as a remote Tax Associate - help people file with confidence! Are you an experienced tax professional looking for a flexible, remote opportunity this tax season? If...

Remote Work

Accountant - Staff Junior

  • Lincoln, RI (13 miles from Mansfield, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lincoln, RI (13 miles from Mansfield, MA)
  • 1 day ago

General duties would include creating journal entries and posting them to the general ledger, reconciling accounts and performing other accounting functions. Follow the link below and apply today....

Senior Staff Accountant

  • Boston, MA (24 miles from Mansfield, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA (24 miles from Mansfield, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Requirements and Experience: + Education: Bachelors degree in accounting or finance. + Certifications: CPA is a plus but not required. + Experience: Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience, preferably...

Staff Accountant/AR

  • Boston, MA (24 miles from Mansfield, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA (24 miles from Mansfield, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Staff Accountant - Hybrid / Boston A finance team within a large institution is seeking a Staff Accountant to support accounts receivable operations on a temp-to-perm basis....

Development Accountant II (Boston HQ or Lowell Regional Office)

  • Boston, MA (24 miles from Mansfield, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA (24 miles from Mansfield, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Responsible for financial tasks such as cash position and general ledger balances; prepare journal entries; reconcile bank accounts; tie-out subledger reports to general ledger, calculate and process...

Senior Portfolio Accountant

  • Newton, MA (23 miles from Mansfield, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Newton, MA (23 miles from Mansfield, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts; prepare and review journal entries. Support the preparation of SEC filings and related public disclosures for a publicly traded REIT....

Staff Accountant

  • Boston, MA (24 miles from Mansfield, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA (24 miles from Mansfield, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Job Description CD PROJEKT RED is looking for an Staff Accountant to join our Finance team in Boston....

Senior Accountant

  • Pawtucket, RI (13 miles from Mansfield, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Pawtucket, RI (13 miles from Mansfield, MA)
  • 2 days ago

They will be a key contributor to the monthly global financial close process, specializing in journal entries, account reconciliations and analyses with efficiency and accuracy....

Real Estate Accountant & Reporting Lead

  • Boston, MA (24 miles from Mansfield, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA (24 miles from Mansfield, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Qualification Basic Qualifications: Minimum of 5 years' experience in investment accounting or in FP&A Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree with a major in a quantitative field e.g., Finance,...

Senior Accountant, Order to Cash

  • Providence, RI (16 miles from Mansfield, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Providence, RI (16 miles from Mansfield, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Cornerstone OnDemand is seeking a Senior Accountant to join our Order to Cash team. This role will report to the Order to Cash Accounting & Finance Manager....

Staff Accountant

  • East Providence, RI (15 miles from Mansfield, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • East Providence, RI (15 miles from Mansfield, MA)
  • 3 days ago

.Prepare and post journal entries for payroll, accruals, receipts, reconciliations2.Responsible for student activity funds accounting, reporting and oversight3.Assist with annual financial audit and...

Cost Accountant

  • North Marshfield, MA (24 miles from Mansfield, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • North Marshfield, MA (24 miles from Mansfield, MA)
  • 3 days ago

QUALIFICATIONS Bachelors degree in Accounting/Finance/Related field 3+ years of experience in a General accounting role Basic accounting knowledge and/or understanding of cost accounting principles....

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Mansfield, MA

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Mansfield, 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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