Accountant Jobs in Westborough, 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....

Senior Revenue Accountant

  • Wayland, MA (14 miles from Westborough, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Wayland, MA (14 miles from Westborough, MA)
  • 5 days ago

What youll need At least 5 years of experience in an accounting function Bachelors degree in accounting preferred; graduate degree is a plus Experienced in the use of integrated ERP software; SAP experience...

Sales Consultant - CPA Centric

  • Worcester, MA (9 miles from Westborough, MA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Worcester, MA (9 miles from Westborough, MA)
  • 4 hours 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 Cost Accountant

  • Waltham, MA (20 miles from Westborough, MA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Waltham, MA (20 miles from Westborough, MA)
  • 8 hours ago

Markforged (NYSE: MKFG) is leading the digital transformation of manufacturing by revolutionizing how engineers and manufacturers create and innovate. Our unique platform combines software,...

Senior Financial Accountant

  • Newton, MA (22 miles from Westborough, MA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Newton, MA (22 miles from Westborough, MA)
  • 9 hours ago

Kforce's client, a well-proven publicly-held company with a 30 year history of growth, has a need for a Senior Financial Accountant....

Tax Accountant

  • Clinton, MA (10 miles from Westborough, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Clinton, MA (10 miles from Westborough, 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

  • Norwood, MA (21 miles from Westborough, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Norwood, MA (21 miles from Westborough, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Position: Staff Accountant Location: Norwood, MA Job Summary: The Staff Accountant will support and report to the Accounting Manager in our Norwood location....

Tax Accountant

  • Carlisle, MA (22 miles from Westborough, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Carlisle, MA (22 miles from Westborough, MA)
  • 3 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....

Senior Accountant

  • Devens, MA (18 miles from Westborough, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Devens, MA (18 miles from Westborough, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Join the power movement as a Senior Accountant As our Senior Accountant, you will report directly to the Head of Accounting to enable an accurate, timely, and efficient financial close process at CFS...

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Tax Accountant

  • Brookline, MA (24 miles from Westborough, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Brookline, MA (24 miles from Westborough, MA)
  • 4 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....

Title: Need Affordable CPA or Accounting Student for LLC Setup Will Barter S

  • Waltham, MA (20 miles from Westborough, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Waltham, MA (20 miles from Westborough, MA)
  • 5 days ago

un Title: Need Affordable CPA or Accounting Student for LLC Setup - Will Barter S (Waltham) compensation: $20 - $40hr or barter Hi, I'm Madi, 25. I just opened my first LLC and need someone to sit...

Revenue Accountant

  • Westford, MA (23 miles from Westborough, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Westford, MA (23 miles from Westborough, MA)
  • 6 days ago

Description: Revenue Accountant At NETSCOUT, we are an elite force of trailblazers, innovators, and problem solvers....

Tax Accountant

  • Bolton, MA (11 miles from Westborough, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Bolton, MA (11 miles from Westborough, MA)
  • 6 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....

Tax Accountant

  • Bedford, MA (23 miles from Westborough, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Bedford, MA (23 miles from Westborough, MA)
  • 8 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....

Tax Accountant

  • Auburn, MA (13 miles from Westborough, MA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Auburn, MA (13 miles from Westborough, MA)
  • 9 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....

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Westborough, MA

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Westborough, 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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