Accountant Jobs in Great Neck, NY

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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ANTHONY J. CASSAR CPA PC

Staff Senior Accountant

We are a growing CPA firm seeking a highly experienced Tax Accountant with a strong background in U.S. and New York State tax compliance....

Treasury Accountant

  • New York, NY (14 miles from Great Neck, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (14 miles from Great Neck, NY)
  • 3 days ago

Job Overview We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Representative to join our team. This role is pivotal in promoting our organizations mission and ensuring the effective management of...

Senior Accountant

  • Westbury, NY (6 miles from Great Neck, NY)
  • 12 days ago
  • Westbury, NY (6 miles from Great Neck, NY)
  • 12 days ago

Prepare, review, and post journal entries related to accruals, prepaids, intercompany transactions, and reclasses....

Staff Accountant

  • North New Hyde Park, NY (2 miles from Great Neck, NY)
  • 14 days ago
  • North New Hyde Park, NY (2 miles from Great Neck, NY)
  • 14 days ago

Our client, a very stable services firm, is seeking a staff accountant to join the company. The company offers excellent benefits, a stable work environment and an opportunity for growth....

Project Accountant

  • Greenwich, CT (19 miles from Great Neck, NY)
  • 17 days ago
  • Greenwich, CT (19 miles from Great Neck, NY)
  • 17 days ago

Skills: Bachelors Degree in Accounting or Business Management or closely related field. Personal effectiveness and credibility, analytical, good communication skills, proficiency and flexibility....

Complex Revenue Analyst

  • New York, NY (14 miles from Great Neck, NY)
  • 10 hours ago
  • New York, NY (14 miles from Great Neck, NY)
  • 10 hours ago

Compensation Type: Yearly Highgate Hotels: Highgate is a premier real estate investment and hospitality management company widely recognized as an innovator in the industry. Highgate is the...

Junior Fiduciary Accountant

  • Stamford, CT (21 miles from Great Neck, NY)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Stamford, CT (21 miles from Great Neck, NY)
  • 11 hours ago

Junior Fiduciary Accountant Overview: A well-established and highly respected private client services firm is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Junior Fiduciary Accountant to join its Trusts &...

Accountant

  • Brooklyn, NY (15 miles from Great Neck, NY)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (15 miles from Great Neck, NY)
  • 12 hours ago

independently Bachelors degree in Accounting or a related field strongly preferred Additional Information This position is based on-site in Brooklyn, NYC Hybrid flexibility may be considered depending...

Revenue Analyst

  • Newark, NJ (24 miles from Great Neck, NY)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Newark, NJ (24 miles from Great Neck, NY)
  • 12 hours ago

WebMD is the most recognized and trusted brand of health information and the leading provider of health information services, serving consumers, physicians, healthcare professionals, employers and...

Corporate Tax Senior Accountant

  • New Hyde Park, NY (2 miles from Great Neck, NY)
  • 17 hours ago
  • New Hyde Park, NY (2 miles from Great Neck, NY)
  • 17 hours ago

The Corporate Tax Senior Accountant will be responsible for reviewing federal and state corporate tax returns, partnership returns, calculating book-tax differences, state apportionment calculations...

Senior Accountant - Financial Reporting

  • New York, NY (14 miles from Great Neck, NY)
  • 21 hours ago
  • New York, NY (14 miles from Great Neck, NY)
  • 21 hours ago

A Kforce client is seeking to hire a Senior Accountant - Financial Reporting in New York City, New York (NY). Summary:This is a unique opportunity to join a true industry leader....

Revenue Analyst

  • Long Island City, NY (11 miles from Great Neck, NY)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Long Island City, NY (11 miles from Great Neck, NY)
  • 21 hours ago

entries, and grants closeouts Make recommendations to the program representatives for changes and corrections of errors Prepare fiscal summary reports and analyses, making recommendations to supervisory...

Senior Accountant - Yardi

  • New York, NY (14 miles from Great Neck, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (14 miles from Great Neck, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Education/Essentials: Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or similar (CPA or working toward CPA is a plus). 35+ years of accounting experience in real estate or property management....

Project Accountant (REMOTE) - Northeast

  • New York, NY (14 miles from Great Neck, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (14 miles from Great Neck, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Michael Baker International is currently seeking a Project Accountant to provide full life-cycle project support to our Project Managers within the Northeast Region....

Remote Work

Senior Corporate Accountant

  • Jersey City, NJ (19 miles from Great Neck, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Jersey City, NJ (19 miles from Great Neck, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Accountant supports the Accounting month end close process through preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, and other Accounting reports....

Remote Work

Demographic Data for Great Neck, NY

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Great Neck, NY

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Great Neck, NY 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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