Accountant Jobs in Freehold, 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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HFA

Senior Auditor / Senior Accountant

  • HFA
  • Lakewood, NJ (11 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 14 days ago
  • HFA
  • Lakewood, NJ (11 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 14 days ago

Holman Frenia Allison, PC, Certified Public Accountants and Consultants (HFA), is headquartered in Central New Jersey....

Fixed Asset Accountant - Mostly Remote!

  • Trenton, NJ (23 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ (23 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Senior Fixed Asset Accountant - Up to $95k + bonus National leader is looking to hire a Senior Fixed Asset Accountant. The role is mostly remote, requiring only 1 day a week in office!...

Remote Work

Analyst Accountant Cost Hybrid Remote (ID# 4402)

  • Lakewood, NJ (11 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lakewood, NJ (11 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Our Client is a leading Consumer Products Manufacturer and adding an Analyst/Accountant to their Cost Finance Team....

Remote Work

Accountant

  • Lakewood, NJ (11 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lakewood, NJ (11 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Proficiency with accounting systems and journal entry preparation. Experience with accrual calculations and general accounting processes. Working knowledge of accounting principles and GAAP....

Staff Accountant

  • Trenton, NJ (23 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ (23 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Position Overview: We are seeking a motivated and skilled Staff Accountant to join our team....

Staff Accountant

  • Farmingdale, NJ (6 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Farmingdale, NJ (6 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Prepare, validate, procure approval and post journal entries. Prepare GL reconciliations. CAPEX tracking, including cash expending forecast. Depreciation calculation and booking....

Staff Accountant

  • Princeton, NJ (21 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ (21 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Staff Accountant LHH is seeking an experienced Staff Accountant to join a well established multi-site healthcare company with over 300 employees....

Cash Application Accountant

  • South Plainfield, NJ (24 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • South Plainfield, NJ (24 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

How You'll Add Value Join the Azenta Finance team as a Cash Application Accountant for our Multiomics Business, working with a global team of professionals to support the timely, accurate and insightful...

Senior Accountant

  • Princeton, NJ (21 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ (21 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Key Responsibilities: Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations....

Project Accountant

  • Holmdel, NJ (11 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Holmdel, NJ (11 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

We’re looking for a Project Accountant who’s ready to dive into dynamic projects and keep things running smoothly behind the scenes....

Senior Accountant

  • Somerset, NJ (22 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • Somerset, NJ (22 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 10 days ago

This includes posting journal entries, communicating cross functionally internally and with third parties to update estimates and capture actuals timely, and maintaining excel schedules as support....

Accountant - Princeton NJ - Full-Time

  • Trenton, NJ (23 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 11 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ (23 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 11 days ago

The Accountant will interact with clients, their staff, Board of Directors, and Finance Committees on a regular basis....

Staff Accountant

  • Lakewood, NJ (11 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 11 days ago
  • Lakewood, NJ (11 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 11 days ago

Accountant Duties: Inputting journal entries in the general ledger Assist with month-end close and producing financial statements Bank reconciliations Maintain fixed asset listings and depreciation...

Senior Tax Accountant

  • Metuchen, NJ (21 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 11 days ago
  • Metuchen, NJ (21 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 11 days ago

Keys: - Multi-State 1120 Filing expertise - Partnership and Individual Return understanding - Bachelors Degree - Public Accounting Experience - Ideally CPA or CPA track - Tax Software Savvy Firm offers...

Accountant

  • Red Bank, NJ (14 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • Red Bank, NJ (14 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 12 days ago

Assists with Month End Close and Variance Analysis Process Journal Entries and Accruals Assists in External Audit Process Experience: Bachelor's Degree - Finance or Accounting At least 3-5 years of...

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Freehold, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Freehold, NJ 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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