Accountant Jobs in Waconia, MN

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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Peterson Company Ltd

Senior Tax Accountant

Job Summary Peterson Company Ltd is currently seeking a Senior Tax Accountant with an emphasis in tax preparation and tax review of businesses, individuals and non-profit organizations to join our team...

Cost Accountant (Sauk Rapids, MN)

  • Winsted, MN (16 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Winsted, MN (16 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 1 day ago

Cost Accountant (Sauk Rapids, MN) 3.1 3.1 out of 5 stars 622 6th St S, Winsted, MN 55395 NOW HIRING: Millerbernd Manufacturing is hiring a Cost Accountant to join our team in Sauk Rapids, MN!...

Accountant

  • Plymouth, MN (19 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Plymouth, MN (19 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 2 days ago

Daikin Applied is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Accountant to join our growing team....

Senior Accountant

  • Medina, MN (18 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Medina, MN (18 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 3 days ago

Proficiency in journal entries and reconciliations. Strong skills in month-end processes and general ledger management. Senior Accountant level experience....

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Accountant

  • Plymouth, MN (19 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Plymouth, MN (19 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 3 days ago

Prepare Ad Hoc data requests and project work as requested EDUCATIONAL/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent CPA strongly preferred Professional Proficiency...

Associate Accountant

  • Bloomington, MN (24 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Bloomington, MN (24 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 4 days ago

The minimum salary for the Associate Accountant position is $44,000 annually and the maximum salary for the Associate Accountant position is $46,000 annually....

Accountant

  • Bloomington, MN (24 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Bloomington, MN (24 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 6 days ago

Prepare and review journal entries. Coordinate the month end, quarter, and year end accounting close requirements. Prepare validation file and work on the FDMEE integration....

Accountant

  • Eden Prairie, MN (18 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Eden Prairie, MN (18 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 6 days ago

Reconcile ledger accounts and intercompany transactions. Monitor and implement compliance with financial regulations and policies....

Senior Accountant - Cardiovascular

  • Maple Grove, MN (22 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Maple Grove, MN (22 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 6 days ago

Additional Location(s): US-MN-Maple Grove; US-MN-Arden Hills Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High Performance At Boston Scientific, we'll give you the...

Senior Accountant

  • Plymouth, MN (19 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 7 days ago
  • Plymouth, MN (19 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 7 days ago

Process improvement experience Experience with journal entries for month-end close Credit card reconciliation and employee expense review experience is preferred....

Accountant

  • Plato, MN (14 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 8 days ago
  • Plato, MN (14 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 8 days ago

The Accountant for Property Tax, Records and Election Services will perform and/or assist with multiple key functions serving property tax related needs of the County, the State of MN, Metropolitan...

Accountant - Cardiovascular

  • Maple Grove, MN (22 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 9 days ago
  • Maple Grove, MN (22 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 9 days ago

degree in Accounting 5+ years relevant experience Detail oriented Focused on integrity, respecting others, and being part of a team Ability to work with cross-functional teams either autonomously or...

Accountant

  • Prior Lake, MN (21 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 16 days ago
  • Prior Lake, MN (21 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 16 days ago

Completes month-end requirements, i.e., journal entries, closing of the general ledger, and completion of reports for Gaming Commission and members of management....

Senior Cost Accountant - Manufacturing

  • Chaska, MN (7 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 16 days ago
  • Chaska, MN (7 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 16 days ago

. + Complete month-end close processes which include journal entries, account reconciliation, Cycle Count reporting. + Work with Materials Management group in tracking Inventories and reviewing Excess...

Senior Accountant

  • Bloomington, MN (24 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 16 days ago
  • Bloomington, MN (24 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 16 days ago

Key words: government contracting, cost accounting, oracle, accountant, U.S....

Demographic Data for Waconia, MN

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Waconia, MN

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Waconia, MN 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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