Accountant Jobs in Cliffwood, NJ

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 I

  • Edison, NJ (10 miles from Cliffwood, NJ)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Edison, NJ (10 miles from Cliffwood, NJ)
  • 7 hours ago

Reconciles accounts from the general ledger and prepares journal entries and month-end reports. Identifies complex accounting problems, researches solutions, and corrects problems....

Senior Property Accountant

  • Millburn, NJ (20 miles from Cliffwood, NJ)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Millburn, NJ (20 miles from Cliffwood, NJ)
  • 9 hours ago

Our client is a reputable real estate investment and development firm with over 30 years of industry success, is seeking a Senior Property Accountant to join their growing team....

Senior Property Accountant

  • Kearny, NJ (22 miles from Cliffwood, NJ)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Kearny, NJ (22 miles from Cliffwood, NJ)
  • 9 hours ago

Our client is a reputable real estate investment and development firm with over 30 years of industry success, is seeking a Senior Property Accountant to join their growing team....

Senior Accountant - Manufacturing

  • South Plainfield, NJ (13 miles from Cliffwood, NJ)
  • 9 hours ago
  • South Plainfield, NJ (13 miles from Cliffwood, NJ)
  • 9 hours ago

degree in Accounting or Finance 35+ years of accounting experience (beverage industry a plus) Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, advanced formulas) Oracle Fusion experience required ; Microsoft Dynamics...

Assistant Business Administrator or Accountant/Assistant to the Business Administrator

  • Cranford, NJ (15 miles from Cliffwood, NJ)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Cranford, NJ (15 miles from Cliffwood, NJ)
  • 10 hours ago

Position Type: Administration/ Business Manager Date Posted: 6/30/2025 Location: Central Office Date Available: 08/18/2025    Requirements: Assistant Business Administrator or Accountant/Assistant...

Senior Accountant - Private Markets Implementations

  • Union, NJ (17 miles from Cliffwood, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Union, NJ (17 miles from Cliffwood, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

As a leading financial services and healthcare technology company based on revenue, SS&C is headquartered in Windsor, Connecticut, and has 27,000+ employees in 35 countries. Some 20,000 financial...

Senior Property Accountant

  • Florham Park, NJ (24 miles from Cliffwood, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Florham Park, NJ (24 miles from Cliffwood, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

degree in Accounting + 35 years of property accounting experience, with at least 3 years in real estate + Experience with mixed-use properties is required; commercial experience a plus + Strong knowledge...

Senior Accountant

  • Edison, NJ (10 miles from Cliffwood, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Edison, NJ (10 miles from Cliffwood, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Prepare journal entries and month-end reports with appropriate documentation. Identify and resolve complex accounting issues and internal control weaknesses....

General Accountant

  • Hoboken, NJ (23 miles from Cliffwood, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hoboken, NJ (23 miles from Cliffwood, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY Check figures, postings, and documents for accuracy. Organize, secure, and maintain all files, records, cash and cash equivalents in accordance with policies and procedures....

Real Estate Accountant & Reporting Lead

  • New York City, NY (22 miles from Cliffwood, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York City, NY (22 miles from Cliffwood, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Qualification Basic Qualifications: Minimum of 5 years' experience in investment accounting or in FP&A Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree with a major in a quantitative field e.g., Finance,...

Senior Property Accountant

  • Port Reading, NJ (9 miles from Cliffwood, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Port Reading, NJ (9 miles from Cliffwood, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Our client is a reputable real estate investment and development firm with over 30 years of industry success, is seeking a Senior Property Accountant to join their growing team....

Senior Accountant, Order to Cash

  • Newark, NJ (20 miles from Cliffwood, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Newark, NJ (20 miles from Cliffwood, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Cornerstone OnDemand is seeking a Senior Accountant to join our Order to Cash team. This role will report to the Order to Cash Accounting & Finance Manager....

Jr Accountant

  • New Brunswick, NJ (11 miles from Cliffwood, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (11 miles from Cliffwood, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

JR ACCOUNTANT | INTERVIEWS HAPPENING THIS WEEK!!...

Accountant

  • New York City, NY (22 miles from Cliffwood, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York City, NY (22 miles from Cliffwood, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

About the Role We're hiring a Accountant to join our fast-paced Finance team....

Property Accountant/Bookkeeper

  • Brooklyn, NY (21 miles from Cliffwood, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (21 miles from Cliffwood, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Property Accountant/Bookkeeper Salary is 75-85k Will assist with financial reporting & & bank reconciliations. Ensure invoices/payments are processed accurately....

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Cliffwood, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Cliffwood, NJ 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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