Accountant Jobs in Waterford Township, MI

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.

1-15 of 49 Jobs

Tax Accountant, CPA

  • Farmington, MI (12 miles from Waterford Township, MI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Farmington, MI (12 miles from Waterford Township, MI)
  • 1 day ago

Are you a Public Tax Accountant who is ready to fast-track your career to Partner?...

Staff Accountant Staff Accountant

  • Sterling Heights, MI (18 miles from Waterford Township, MI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Sterling Heights, MI (18 miles from Waterford Township, MI)
  • 5 days ago

Prepares and enters miscellaneous journal entries as related to the A/P function and as designated by manager. Processes all types of payments (checks/ACH/wire)....

Cost Accountant Cost Accountant

  • Highland Park, MI (23 miles from Waterford Township, MI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Highland Park, MI (23 miles from Waterford Township, MI)
  • 5 days ago

Cost Accountant Magna International 3.3 ( ) Highland Park, MI Why you should apply for a job to Magna International : 5/5 in supportive management Ratings are based on anonymous reviews by Fairygodboss...

Public Accounting Senior Tax Accountant

  • Troy, MI (13 miles from Waterford Township, MI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Troy, MI (13 miles from Waterford Township, MI)
  • 7 days ago

Seeking a Senior Tax Accountant with public accounting experience to join a leading CPA firm in the area....

Property Staff Accountant

  • Farmington Hills, MI (12 miles from Waterford Township, MI)
  • 8 days ago
  • Farmington Hills, MI (12 miles from Waterford Township, MI)
  • 8 days ago

We are looking for an experienced Staff Accountant to join our Commercial or Multi-Family Accounting Team....

Construction Accountant

  • West Bloomfield, MI (10 miles from Waterford Township, MI)
  • 9 days ago
  • West Bloomfield, MI (10 miles from Waterford Township, MI)
  • 9 days ago

The Construction Job Cost Accountant works closely with the Assistant Controller for Construction, the Accounting Team, and Upper Management to ensure accurate, timely, and focused accounting and job...

Accountant NTC600

  • Novi, MI (16 miles from Waterford Township, MI)
  • 11 days ago
  • Novi, MI (16 miles from Waterford Township, MI)
  • 11 days ago

Entries, verify intercompany loan summary balance, prepare and analyze financial reports (balance sheet, income statement, cash flow). 10% Maintain accurate records of fixed assets and depreciation...

Accountant

  • Center Line, MI (23 miles from Waterford Township, MI)
  • 11 days ago
  • Center Line, MI (23 miles from Waterford Township, MI)
  • 11 days ago

Process Journal Entries in assisting with the monthly/quarterly closing responsibilities. Assist with organizing and processing quarterly accrual, reclass and adjustment entries....

Senior Investment Accountant

  • Center Line, MI (23 miles from Waterford Township, MI)
  • 11 days ago
  • Center Line, MI (23 miles from Waterford Township, MI)
  • 11 days ago

Job Summary: We are currently looking for a Senior Investment Accountant in our Warren, New Jersey headquarters....

Accountant Sr - ACL Risk

  • Troy, MI (13 miles from Waterford Township, MI)
  • 11 days ago
  • Troy, MI (13 miles from Waterford Township, MI)
  • 11 days ago

Accountant Sr - ACL Risk Location Troy, MI 48098 Job Summary This individual will support U.S....

Revenue Analyst

  • Warren, MI (23 miles from Waterford Township, MI)
  • 13 days ago
  • Warren, MI (23 miles from Waterford Township, MI)
  • 13 days ago

DUTIES: Gather subscriber and revenue data billing system, analyze, track, and report actual subscription revenue and performance in U.S. and Canada country markets based on key performance...

Accountant, Policy & Research (Intermediate or Senior Level)

  • Novi, MI (16 miles from Waterford Township, MI)
  • 14 days ago
  • Novi, MI (16 miles from Waterford Township, MI)
  • 14 days ago

JOB SUMMARY Performs technical accounting research activities in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), and Federal Energy...

Senior General Accountant

  • Plymouth, MI (23 miles from Waterford Township, MI)
  • 14 days ago
  • Plymouth, MI (23 miles from Waterford Township, MI)
  • 14 days ago

entry review Assist with preparation of work papers, footnotes disclosures and white papers You have: Bachelors degree in accounting or finance 2+ years experience in public or corporate accounting...

Senior Accountant

  • Novi, MI (16 miles from Waterford Township, MI)
  • 14 days ago
  • Novi, MI (16 miles from Waterford Township, MI)
  • 14 days ago

Certified Public Accountant preferred....

Accountant

  • Novi, MI (16 miles from Waterford Township, MI)
  • 14 days ago
  • Novi, MI (16 miles from Waterford Township, MI)
  • 14 days ago

Minimum 2 years of prior investment securities experience, with complex journal entries and reconciliations is highly preferred. A thorough understanding of GAAP is required....

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Waterford Township, MI

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Waterford Township, MI 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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