Accountant Jobs in Freeport, 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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Senior Accountant

  • Melville, NY (13 miles from Freeport, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Melville, NY (13 miles from Freeport, NY)
  • 4 days ago

Bachelors degree in accounting. Sage 300 and Sage Intacct ERP experience preferred but not required. Construction industry experience a plus....

Staff Accountant

  • North New Hyde Park, NY (8 miles from Freeport, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • North New Hyde Park, NY (8 miles from Freeport, NY)
  • 30+ 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....

Client Service Accountant

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Freeport, NY)
  • moments ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Freeport, NY)
  • moments ago

Company: Marsh Description: We are seeking a talented individual to join our Captives team at Marsh as a Client Service Accountant. This role can be based in any US office location....

Project Accountant

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Freeport, NY)
  • moments ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Freeport, NY)
  • moments ago

Core Requirements Strong energy analysis capabilities with sound technical fundamentals to deliver energy analysis in a timely and effective manner. Working knowledge of energy modeling in...

Grants Accountant

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Freeport, NY)
  • moments ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Freeport, NY)
  • moments ago

Ascendo Resources is actively seeking a Grants Accountant (Non-Profit) for an immediate, full-time, onsite, temp-to-perm position....

Junior or Senior Staff Accountant

  • Maspeth, NY (17 miles from Freeport, NY)
  • moments ago
  • Maspeth, NY (17 miles from Freeport, NY)
  • moments ago

Review quarterly bookkeeping, adjust coding, and make journal entries as needed....

Staff Accountant

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Freeport, NY)
  • moments ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Freeport, NY)
  • moments ago

Duties/Responsibilities: Provides support to the Senior Accountant assigned to the portfolio real estate assets....

Staff Accountant

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Freeport, NY)
  • 1 hour ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Freeport, NY)
  • 1 hour ago

Assists in the preparatory work for each financial audit, including preparing and reviewing accounting schedules, preparing journal entries, and communicating with auditors during audits....

Staff Accountant

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Freeport, NY)
  • 1 hour ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Freeport, NY)
  • 1 hour ago

You'll be managing various financial operational tasks that include: + Maintain general bookkeeping, A/P, A/R, Payroll, and overall general ledger maintenance. + Prepare, Post, Enter journal entries...

Senior Accountant

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Freeport, NY)
  • 4 hours ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Freeport, NY)
  • 4 hours ago

Accounting close - BDC o Review weekly cash journal entries and monthly bank reconciliations prepared by the staff accountant. o Prepare / review monthly recurring journal entries for various general...

Senior Accountants

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Freeport, NY)
  • 4 hours ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Freeport, NY)
  • 4 hours ago

Responsibilities: Senior Accountant will perform daily accounting tasks and support monthly close procedures Prepare and post journal entries Reconcile bank and general ledger accounts As a Senior Accountant...

Grant Accountant

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Freeport, NY)
  • 4 hours ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Freeport, NY)
  • 4 hours ago

They are expanding and looking to hire a Grant Accountant. They offer great benefits and a hybrid work schedule....

Senior Grant Accountant

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Freeport, NY)
  • 4 hours ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Freeport, NY)
  • 4 hours ago

Kforce's client in New York, NY is seeking a Senior Grant Accountant. They offer great benefits and a hybrid work schedule....

Senior Forensic Accountant - Claims (Hybrid)

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Freeport, NY)
  • 12 hours ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Freeport, NY)
  • 12 hours ago

Certified Forensic Accountant (CRFAC), CPA credential. 5-7 years of related experience....

Grants Accountant

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Freeport, NY)
  • 14 hours ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Freeport, NY)
  • 14 hours ago

Requirements POSITION SUMMARY Reporting to the Finance Director, the Grant Accountant will oversee the financial administration of a diverse portfolio of STRIVE private and public grants and contracts...

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Freeport, NY

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Freeport, NY 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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