Accountant Jobs in Skillman, 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....

Fixed Asset Accountant - Mostly Remote!

  • Trenton, NJ (13 miles from Skillman, NJ)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Trenton, NJ (13 miles from Skillman, NJ)
  • 21 hours 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

Staff Accountant

  • Flemington, NJ (11 miles from Skillman, NJ)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Flemington, NJ (11 miles from Skillman, NJ)
  • 21 hours ago

Our esteemed client in Flemington, NJ is looking for a skilled and experienced Staff Accountant to join their dynamic team....

Staff Accountant

  • Trenton, NJ (13 miles from Skillman, NJ)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Trenton, NJ (13 miles from Skillman, NJ)
  • 21 hours ago

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

Staff Accountant

  • Doylestown, PA (24 miles from Skillman, NJ)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Doylestown, PA (24 miles from Skillman, NJ)
  • 21 hours ago

Responsibilities: Assist in monthly close process by creating and posting journal entries, preparing bank and account reconciliations Ensures all balance sheet accounts are reconciled monthly and supported...

Analyst Accountant Cost Hybrid Remote (ID# 4402)

  • Trenton, NJ (13 miles from Skillman, NJ)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Trenton, NJ (13 miles from Skillman, NJ)
  • 22 hours ago

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

Remote Work

Staff Accountant

  • Princeton, NJ (2 miles from Skillman, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Princeton, NJ (2 miles from Skillman, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

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

Accountant

  • Doylestown, PA (24 miles from Skillman, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Doylestown, PA (24 miles from Skillman, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking an Accountant with at least 3 years of accounting experience, specifically in the multi-entity or clinic-based healthcare industry....

Senior Accountant

  • Pipersville, PA (22 miles from Skillman, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Pipersville, PA (22 miles from Skillman, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Qualifications Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a manufacturing environment....

Staff Accountant

  • Warminster, PA (23 miles from Skillman, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Warminster, PA (23 miles from Skillman, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Knowledge of journal entries. Work Environment The position offers a hybrid schedule with 3 days onsite and 2 days remote (could potentially move to 4 days onsite in the near future)....

Cash Application Accountant

  • South Plainfield, NJ (18 miles from Skillman, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • South Plainfield, NJ (18 miles from Skillman, NJ)
  • 3 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 (2 miles from Skillman, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ (2 miles from Skillman, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

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

Sr Accountant -Divisional Liaison - Wealth

  • Bedminster, NJ (17 miles from Skillman, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Bedminster, NJ (17 miles from Skillman, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Position Responsibilities & Essential Functions: Review of the Wealth division revenue - including the quarterly billing / monthly recording and analysis of revenue; reviewing journal entries to record...

Staff Accountant ( Accounts Receivable)

  • Warminster, PA (23 miles from Skillman, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Warminster, PA (23 miles from Skillman, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

Staff Accountant ( Accounts Receivable) Warminster, Pennsylvania | Full Time Temp to Hire | NA April 17, 2025 | Job ID: T1414939DJN_......

Senior Accountant

  • Somerset, NJ (10 miles from Skillman, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • Somerset, NJ (10 miles from Skillman, NJ)
  • 9 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....

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Skillman, 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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