Accountant Jobs in Milford, 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 Accountant

  • Pascoag, RI (16 miles from Milford, MA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Pascoag, RI (16 miles from Milford, MA)
  • 3 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....

Accountant - Staff Junior

  • Lincoln, RI (16 miles from Milford, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lincoln, RI (16 miles from Milford, 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....

Staff Accountant

  • Webster, MA (17 miles from Milford, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Webster, MA (17 miles from Milford, MA)
  • 1 day 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 Portfolio Accountant

  • Newton, MA (22 miles from Milford, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Newton, MA (22 miles from Milford, 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....

Senior Accountant

  • Pawtucket, RI (20 miles from Milford, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Pawtucket, RI (20 miles from Milford, 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....

Senior Accountant, Order to Cash

  • Providence, RI (23 miles from Milford, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Providence, RI (23 miles from Milford, 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....

Senior Project Accountant II

  • Providence, RI (23 miles from Milford, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Providence, RI (23 miles from Milford, MA)
  • 4 days ago

OVERVIEW** We are currently seeking a Senior Project Accountant II for our Transportation Division in Providence, RI....

AR Staff Accountant

  • Norwood, MA (16 miles from Milford, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Norwood, MA (16 miles from Milford, MA)
  • 5 days ago

list open positions here. Please check our available positions to confirm that a post or email is genuine. EMCOR Group and its companies do not reach out to individuals to help with marketing or...

Tax Accountant

  • Weston, MA (18 miles from Milford, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Weston, MA (18 miles from Milford, MA)
  • 7 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....

Staff Accountant

  • Norwood, MA (16 miles from Milford, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Norwood, MA (16 miles from Milford, MA)
  • 7 days ago

Vaco Boston has partnered with our client to help fill a staff accountant role....

Tax Accountant II

  • Providence, RI (23 miles from Milford, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Providence, RI (23 miles from Milford, MA)
  • 8 days ago

Relocation is not offered for this position Responsibilities At FM, we are seeking a Tax Accountant II to join our team of Finance Professionals....

French Bilingual Accountant - TurboTax Live

  • Sudbury, MA (17 miles from Milford, MA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Sudbury, MA (17 miles from Milford, MA)
  • 9 days ago

Overview Intuit est la plateforme technologique financiere mondiale qui favorise la prosperite des personnes et des communautes que nous servons. Avec environ 100 millions de clients dans le monde...

Staff Accountant

  • Pawtucket, RI (20 miles from Milford, MA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Pawtucket, RI (20 miles from Milford, MA)
  • 9 days ago

Job Summary: We are looking for an experienced Senior Staff Accountant to join our Accounting Team in Pawtucket, RI....

Senior Accountant - Community

  • Waltham, MA (21 miles from Milford, MA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Waltham, MA (21 miles from Milford, MA)
  • 10 days ago

Major duties and responsibilities: For assigned group of communities (8-12): Prepare and post monthly standard journal entries....

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Milford, MA

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Milford, 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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