Accountant Jobs in Maple Shade, 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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Wesley Enhanced Living

Senior Accountant

Prepare, verify, and enter all journal entries; one-time, standard, recurring, reversals. Assist with maintenance of fixed asset and WIP schedules and related journal entries....

Staff Accountant, Accounts Payable Shared Services

  • Philadelphia, PA (9 miles from Maple Shade, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (9 miles from Maple Shade, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago

Enters monthly journal entries to properly record accounting transactions, ensuring that journal entries have proper back up to substantiate the entry....

Staff Accountant

  • Trevose, PA (14 miles from Maple Shade, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Trevose, PA (14 miles from Maple Shade, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago

degree in Accounting or Finance (required) Prior experience as a Staff Accountant or in a relevant accounting internship is required Broad accounting experience across areas like AP, AR, journal entries...

Cost Accountant

  • Collingswood, NJ (4 miles from Maple Shade, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Collingswood, NJ (4 miles from Maple Shade, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago

Cost Accountant Location: Camden, NJ Join a company that's transforming North American operationsone decision at a time....

Sr Accountant

  • Camden, NJ (6 miles from Maple Shade, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Camden, NJ (6 miles from Maple Shade, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago

About Us At Cooper University Health Care, our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical...

Overhead Staff Accountant

  • Philadelphia, PA (9 miles from Maple Shade, NJ)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (9 miles from Maple Shade, NJ)
  • 10 hours ago

Overview: An established industry leader is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join their growing accounting team, with a focus on overhead cost analysis, fixed asset accounting, and month-end...

Property Accountant

  • King of Prussia, PA (23 miles from Maple Shade, NJ)
  • 10 hours ago
  • King of Prussia, PA (23 miles from Maple Shade, NJ)
  • 10 hours ago

Key Responsibilities: Oversee monthly close for assigned properties, ensuring timely and accurate reporting Record and reconcile financial transactions including journal entries and adjustments Maintain...

Staff Accountant II

  • Philadelphia, PA (9 miles from Maple Shade, NJ)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (9 miles from Maple Shade, NJ)
  • 10 hours ago

analysis and research fluctuations in key accounts Review journal entries for accuracy and consistency across departments Maintain general ledger accounts and ensure accurate financial data tracking...

Part-Time Accountant

  • Somerdale, NJ (7 miles from Maple Shade, NJ)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Somerdale, NJ (7 miles from Maple Shade, NJ)
  • 14 hours ago

Part-Time Accountant JobID: 1576 Position Type: Support Staff/Accountant Date Posted: 6/13/2025 Location: Sterling Board/Administrative Office Date Available: 07/01/2025 Closing Date: 06/23/2025 Additional...

Supervisory Accountant

  • Philadelphia, PA (9 miles from Maple Shade, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (9 miles from Maple Shade, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago

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Fiscal Manager (Senior Accountant). Job in Philadelphia Gr8Jobs

  • Philadelphia, PA (9 miles from Maple Shade, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (9 miles from Maple Shade, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Prepares and reviews journal entries. Generates reports for CFO, including monthly, quarterly and annual reports and the financial statements. Reviews and approves monthly stipends and invoices....

Site Level Accountant L3

  • Trenton, NJ (22 miles from Maple Shade, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Trenton, NJ (22 miles from Maple Shade, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

transactions and business combinations....

Fixed Asset Accountant L3

  • Trenton, NJ (22 miles from Maple Shade, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Trenton, NJ (22 miles from Maple Shade, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

**What you'll be doing** **ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES** + Strong leadership in the month-end close process, including complex multi-entity transactions, journal entries, account reconciliations...

Treasury Accountant L2

  • Trenton, NJ (22 miles from Maple Shade, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Trenton, NJ (22 miles from Maple Shade, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

**Your day at NTT DATA** The Treasury Accountant L2 will be responsible for the day-to-day cash and debt processing and accounting for all entities under NTT Global Data Centers Americas....

Cost Accountant

  • Pitman, NJ (16 miles from Maple Shade, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Pitman, NJ (16 miles from Maple Shade, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Cost Accountant Overview: We're seeking a detail-oriented Cost Accountant to join our team and help drive accurate cost tracking and insightful financial reporting....

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Maple Shade, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Maple Shade, 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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