Accountant Jobs in Monroe Township, 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 Auditor / Senior Accountant

  • HFA
  • Lakewood, NJ (21 miles from Monroe Township, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • HFA
  • Lakewood, NJ (21 miles from Monroe Township, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

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

Senior Property Accountant

  • Cranford, NJ (23 miles from Monroe Township, NJ)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Cranford, NJ (23 miles from Monroe Township, 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....

Senior Grant Accountant

  • Cranford, NJ (23 miles from Monroe Township, NJ)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Cranford, NJ (23 miles from Monroe Township, NJ)
  • 2 hours ago

The Senior Grant Accountant maintains an up-to-date schedule which includes financial reporting due dates, funding source and other pertinent grant information....

Senior Accountant I

  • Edison, NJ (13 miles from Monroe Township, NJ)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Edison, NJ (13 miles from Monroe Township, NJ)
  • 16 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....

Revenue Analyst

  • Berkeley Heights, NJ (23 miles from Monroe Township, NJ)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Berkeley Heights, NJ (23 miles from Monroe Township, NJ)
  • 16 hours ago

Degree in Accounting or Finance + 2-4 years of accounting experience within the pharmaceutical industry + Experience/exposure to gross-to-net or revenue accounting/analysis preferred + Proficient in...

School Accountant

  • Skillman, NJ (15 miles from Monroe Township, NJ)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Skillman, NJ (15 miles from Monroe Township, NJ)
  • 21 hours ago

JOB SUMMARY: We are seeking a School Accountant to support the academic program of the district, by applying financial expertise and knowledge of the State's financial regulations to the areas of general...

Alternative Investments Senior Accountant

  • Edison, NJ (13 miles from Monroe Township, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Edison, NJ (13 miles from Monroe Township, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

At U.S. Bank, were on a journey to do our best. Helping the customers and businesses we serve to make better and smarter financial decisions and enabling the communities we support to grow and...

Accountant - Services

  • Trenton, NJ (18 miles from Monroe Township, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Trenton, NJ (18 miles from Monroe Township, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

This includes journal entry preparation and review, AP/AR Transactions, financial modeling and reporting, reconciliation preparation and review, lender compliance, and other financial deliverables and...

Transaction Accountant

  • Iselin, NJ (17 miles from Monroe Township, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Iselin, NJ (17 miles from Monroe Township, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Transaction Accountant **Job Description Summary** The Deal Management team provides a seamless experience to the brokerage community within Cushman & Wakefields Advisory business, primarily focused...

Investor Accountant II

  • Ewing, NJ (20 miles from Monroe Township, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Ewing, NJ (20 miles from Monroe Township, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

An Investor Accountant reports activity and remits funds due to investors and client banks on various mortgage portfolios in addition to reconciling associated custodial account, cash, and remittance...

Senior Accountant I

  • Edison, NJ (13 miles from Monroe Township, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Edison, NJ (13 miles from Monroe Township, NJ)
  • 2 days 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 Accountant - Manufacturing

  • South Plainfield, NJ (16 miles from Monroe Township, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • South Plainfield, NJ (16 miles from Monroe Township, NJ)
  • 2 days 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 (23 miles from Monroe Township, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Cranford, NJ (23 miles from Monroe Township, NJ)
  • 2 days 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

  • Edison, NJ (13 miles from Monroe Township, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Edison, NJ (13 miles from Monroe Township, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

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

Staff Accountant I/II

  • Trenton, NJ (18 miles from Monroe Township, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ (18 miles from Monroe Township, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

The Financial Reporting Staff Accountant will serve as a key member of the Accounting Department reporting directly to the Accounting Supervisor....

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Monroe Township, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Monroe Township, 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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