Accountant Jobs in Secaucus, 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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Staff Accountant

  • New York, NY (4 miles from Secaucus, NJ)
  • 8 hours ago
  • New York, NY (4 miles from Secaucus, NJ)
  • 8 hours ago

Prepare monthly journal entries and account reconciliations for key balance sheet accounts and monitor other assigned general ledger accounts, ensuring information is recorded on an accrual basis and...

Staff Accountant

  • Short Hills, NJ (14 miles from Secaucus, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Short Hills, NJ (14 miles from Secaucus, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago

Kforce's client, a publicly traded company that has been in business for over 50 years located in a Brand New Facility in Northern NJ, is currently seeking a Staff Accountant to join their team....

Senior Accountant

  • New York, NY (4 miles from Secaucus, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago
  • New York, NY (4 miles from Secaucus, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago

role preferred Bachelors degree in accounting or a related field; CPA certification preferred Advanced proficiency in MS Excel and other MS Office Suite applications Familiarity with GAAP and federal...

Senior Accountant

  • Secaucus, NJ
  • 20 hours ago
  • Secaucus, NJ
  • 20 hours ago

What Were Looking For Must Haves Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance. 5+ years of progressive accounting experience (Senior Accountant level)....

Senior Accountant

  • White Plains, NY (23 miles from Secaucus, NJ)
  • 20 hours ago
  • White Plains, NY (23 miles from Secaucus, NJ)
  • 20 hours ago

Qualifications Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; CPA or MBA a plus. 46 years of accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a nonprofit setting preferred....

Digital Assurance & Transparency (DAT) Intern - Summer 2027 - Destination CPA

  • Florham Park, NJ (17 miles from Secaucus, NJ)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Florham Park, NJ (17 miles from Secaucus, NJ)
  • 23 hours ago

Job Order Number: DE9955197 Job Title: Digital Assurance & Transparency (DAT) Intern - Summer 2027 - Destination CPA Company: PwC Location: Florham Park, NJ Salary: Education: Less Than High...

Staff Accountant

  • New York, NY (4 miles from Secaucus, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (4 miles from Secaucus, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

the organization s cash and revenue processing, recording and reconciliations, prepare related journal entries, bank and account reconciliations, contribute to monthly and year end closings and support...

Staff Accountant

  • Jersey City, NJ (3 miles from Secaucus, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Jersey City, NJ (3 miles from Secaucus, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

With a company culture rooted in collaboration, expertise and innovation, we aim to promote progress and inspire our clients, employees, investors and communities to achieve their greatest...

Cost Accountant

  • Hackensack, NJ (7 miles from Secaucus, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hackensack, NJ (7 miles from Secaucus, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

JOB PURPOSE / SUMMARY The Cost Accountant will perform administrative & accounting duties in support of the Fleet Manager....

Channel Sales Associate - CPA

  • Fair Lawn, NJ (11 miles from Secaucus, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fair Lawn, NJ (11 miles from Secaucus, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Collaborate with key referral sources, including Accountants, Banks, and existing Paychex clients, with the goal of education, consultation and to secure referrals to end user sales....

Senior Accountant, Commercial

  • New York, NY (4 miles from Secaucus, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (4 miles from Secaucus, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

cash flow reconciliations Prepare detailed monthly, quarterly and year-end work paper packages from posted journal entries and general ledger analysis Assist in the preparation of monthly investor/lender...

Senior Technical Accountant

  • Parsippany, NJ (18 miles from Secaucus, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Parsippany, NJ (18 miles from Secaucus, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelors degree in accounting or finance required 3+ of Public Accounting or 4+ years of relevant accounting experience required CPA preferred Experience in SEC reporting or public...

Finance and Compliance Intern (CPA Track)

  • New York, NY (4 miles from Secaucus, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (4 miles from Secaucus, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Your Journey at Crowe Starts Here: At Crowe, you can build a meaningful and rewarding career. With real flexibility to balance work with life moments, youre trusted to deliver results and make an...

Senior Accountant, Finance Systems

  • New York, NY (4 miles from Secaucus, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (4 miles from Secaucus, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Our client, a global consulting firm, is looking for a Finance Systems Analyst to sit between their Accounting and Finance teams and report directly to the Director of Financial Systems. This...

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Secaucus, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Secaucus, 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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