Accountant Jobs in Omaha, NE

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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Staff Accountant 3

  • Omaha, NE
  • 19 hours ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 19 hours ago

Candidates should also possess the following: Bachelors Degree in Accounting or Finance Experience with BI/BW A high degree of integrity, attention to detail, organized and thorough with a desire for...

Accountant

  • Omaha, NE
  • 1 day ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 1 day ago

Were looking for a detail-oriented and dependable Accountant to join our growing finance team and directly support our Controller and CFO....

Senior Automotive Accountant

  • Omaha, NE
  • 1 day ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 1 day ago

CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or CMA (Certified Management Accountant) certification is preferred (Not required)....

Tax Accountant

  • Omaha, NE
  • 6 days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 6 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: Responsible for preparing sales and use tax returns, personal property tax returns, and annual corporate reporting. Prepare Commercial Rent Tax returns for New York City...

Senior Accountant (Temp Position)

  • Omaha, NE
  • 7 days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 7 days ago

Contribute to the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes by preparing complex journal entries, reconciliations, and accruals....

Senior Tax Accountant

  • Omaha, NE
  • 8 days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 8 days ago

Senior Tax Accountant Job Description We are seeking a motivated and proficient Tax Accountant with corporate income tax experience....

Senior Tax Accountant

  • Gretna, NE (19 miles from Omaha, NE)
  • 9 days ago
  • Gretna, NE (19 miles from Omaha, NE)
  • 9 days ago

Senior Tax Accountant Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred or eligible....

Senior Tax Accountant

  • Bellevue, NE (9 miles from Omaha, NE)
  • 9 days ago
  • Bellevue, NE (9 miles from Omaha, NE)
  • 9 days ago

Senior Tax Accountant Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred or eligible....

Accountant/Sr/Technical/Sr Technical Accountant - General

  • Omaha, NE
  • 10 days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 10 days ago

Act as a resource/lead for accountants and senior accountants in reviewing work and providing information to enhance co-workers knowledge and skills....

Senior Tax Accountant

  • Omaha, NE
  • 11 days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 11 days ago

Senior Tax Accountant Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred or eligible....

Accountant

  • Pacific Junction, IA (18 miles from Omaha, NE)
  • 12 days ago
  • Pacific Junction, IA (18 miles from Omaha, NE)
  • 12 days ago

The accountant compiles financial data to aid more senior accountants in the preparation of various financial reports. The accountant reports to the General Ledger Lead....

Staff Accountant

  • Council Bluffs, IA (3 miles from Omaha, NE)
  • 13 days ago
  • Council Bluffs, IA (3 miles from Omaha, NE)
  • 13 days ago

The pay varies on experience and ranges from $26-28/hour DUTIES Maintains and reconciles general ledger accounts Completes recurring monthly journal entries accurately Allocates and enters annual budget...

Tax Accountant

  • Omaha, NE
  • 13 days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 13 days ago

Senior Tax Accountant Job Description We are seeking a motivated and proficient Tax Accountant with corporate income tax experience....

Budget Analyst - Associate, Analyst I/2/Sr

  • Omaha, NE
  • 13 days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 13 days ago

QUALIFICATIONS Bachelors degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field; or equivalent work experience....

Project Operations Accountant

  • Omaha, NE
  • 14 days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 14 days ago

Project Operations Accountant SUMMARY Mortenson's Data Center Solutions Group is currently seeking a Project Operations Accountant that will provide accounting, analysis, and financial support to one...

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Omaha, NE

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Omaha, NE offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
54.5%
Master's Degree
28.1%
Associate's Degree
6.9%
High School or GED
4.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.8%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.2%


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