Accountant Jobs in Massachusetts

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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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....

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

  • Essex, MA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Essex, MA
  • 2 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

  • Waltham, MA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Waltham, MA
  • 2 hours ago

This position supports general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, journal entries, and financial reporting for a publicly traded company....

Tax Senior Accountant

  • Canton, MA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Canton, MA
  • 6 hours ago

Accountant, Tax Sector Accounting - Public practice, Banking and financial services Experience level Qualified accountant TAX SENIOR About Our Firm: Gray, Gray & Gray is one of New England's fastest...

GL Accountant L1

  • MA
  • 12 hours ago
  • MA
  • 12 hours ago

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Strong participation in the month-end close process, including journal entries, account reconciliation, while applying GAAP accounting to effectively report accurate...

Private Equity Accountant

  • Wilmington, MA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Wilmington, MA
  • 12 hours ago

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Private Equity Accountant will be preparing and maintaining quarterly and annual financial statements and reports Prepares quarterly journal entries in conjunction...

Tax Accountant

  • Duxbury, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Duxbury, 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....

Senior Accountant, Gross Margin

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

Qualifications : Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance, or any analytical field, such as economics, engineering, business, math, statistics, science, or analytics. 3+ years experience in public...

Tax Accountant

  • East Sandwich, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • East Sandwich, 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

  • Wakefield, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Wakefield, MA
  • 1 day ago

Qualifications Citizenship: Must be a US citizen Minimum Required Qualifications Education: Bachelors degree in accounting, Finance, or Business....

Staff Accountant

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

, MA Pay Rate: $35-40hr Internal Job ID: 10044323 We're partnered with an organization seeking a Staff Accountant to support general accounting functions, including journal entries, reconciliations,...

General Accountant

  • Springfield, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Springfield, MA
  • 1 day ago

Familiarity with journal entry posting and account reconciliations. Strong data entry skills and attention to detail. Understanding of payroll and tax regulations....

Accountant II

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

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Accounting Manager, this position is responsible for preparation of standard, recurring and ad hoc journal entries for the monthly financial close, preparation...

Accountant - Individual Markets

  • Pittsfield, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Pittsfield, MA
  • 1 day ago

Knowledge of GAAP and Statutory accounting principles Demonstrate knowledge of financial analysis techniques....

Demographic Data for Massachusetts

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Massachusetts

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Massachusetts 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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