Accountant Jobs in Lincoln Park, 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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Forensic Accountant

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS Selectees who are not FBI financial analysts or forensic accountants are required to attend a mandatory five-week Forensic Accountant Core Training Session (FACTS) held at the...

Tax Accountant (Corporate & Public Accounting exp.)

  • Teterboro, NJ (13 miles from Lincoln Park, NJ)
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  • Teterboro, NJ (13 miles from Lincoln Park, NJ)
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Required Qualifications Bachelor Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Tax Accountant. Experience with Use tax and Corporate tax is required....

Senior Accountant

  • New York, NY (20 miles from Lincoln Park, NJ)
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  • New York, NY (20 miles from Lincoln Park, NJ)
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We are A leading digital sports media group with a large global presence. Our Better Collective brands, including Action Network, Playmaker, Rotogrinders, HLTV, and The Nation Network, attract...

Senior Accountant

  • New York City, NY (21 miles from Lincoln Park, NJ)
  • moments ago
  • New York City, NY (21 miles from Lincoln Park, NJ)
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Responsible for journal entries related to the Company's F&B systems, tenders, tips, and credit card settlements. Responsible for monthly account reconciliations and analysis....

Staff Accountant

  • New York, NY (20 miles from Lincoln Park, NJ)
  • 2 hours ago
  • New York, NY (20 miles from Lincoln Park, NJ)
  • 2 hours ago

Prepare accurate journal entries for main disbursement account, expense accruals and intercompany transactions....

Accountant

  • New York, NY (20 miles from Lincoln Park, NJ)
  • 2 hours ago
  • New York, NY (20 miles from Lincoln Park, NJ)
  • 2 hours ago

Requirements: 3 or 4 year bachelors degree in accounting; 24 months of experience as an accountant; at least 12 months of audit experience; and Advanced QuickBooks skills demonstrated with 12 months...

Senior Property Accountant

  • Mountain Lakes, NJ (7 miles from Lincoln Park, NJ)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Mountain Lakes, NJ (7 miles from Lincoln Park, NJ)
  • 2 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....

Public Accounting Senior Tax Accountant

  • Bronx, NY (21 miles from Lincoln Park, NJ)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Bronx, NY (21 miles from Lincoln Park, NJ)
  • 14 hours ago

Seeking a Senior Tax Accountant with public accounting experience to join a leading CPA firm in the area....

Accountant/Bookeeper

  • Astoria, NY (22 miles from Lincoln Park, NJ)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Astoria, NY (22 miles from Lincoln Park, NJ)
  • 14 hours ago

Good Morning, We are an Astoria based CPA firm looking for a full time accountant. This is a full time office position and there is no remote option available....

Property Accountant

  • New York, NY (20 miles from Lincoln Park, NJ)
  • 15 hours ago
  • New York, NY (20 miles from Lincoln Park, NJ)
  • 15 hours ago

Record journal entries to the general ledger and ensure records are kept in compliance with GAAP or other basis of accounting....

Senior Accountant

  • New York, NY (20 miles from Lincoln Park, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (20 miles from Lincoln Park, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

These results are achieved by: Responsible for meeting established month end close deadlines for preparing journal entries....

Senior Real Estate Accountant

  • New York, NY (20 miles from Lincoln Park, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (20 miles from Lincoln Park, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Location: New York, NY 10020 Minimum Qualifications: Bachelors' Degree in Accounting and 3 years not for-profit experience, or satisfactory combination of education and experience....

Staff Accountant

  • New York, NY (20 miles from Lincoln Park, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (20 miles from Lincoln Park, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

The staff accountant will also be heavily involved with streamlining and improving upon our current procurement process....

Property Accountant - $75,000/YEAR

  • New York, NY (20 miles from Lincoln Park, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (20 miles from Lincoln Park, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

SCHEDULE OFFERED NY, NY $75,000/YEAR Qualifications: + Bachelors degree in accounting required + Property accounting experience + General ledger/journal entry experience + Microsoft Excel proficiency...

Property Accountant

  • New York, NY (20 miles from Lincoln Park, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (20 miles from Lincoln Park, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

SCHEDULE OFFERED NY, NY $75,000/YEAR Qualifications: + Bachelors degree in accounting required + Property accounting experience + General ledger/journal entry experience + Microsoft Excel proficiency...

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Lincoln Park, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Lincoln Park, 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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