Accountant Jobs in Stanhope, 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 Property Accountant

  • Parsippany, NJ (17 miles from Stanhope, NJ)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Parsippany, NJ (17 miles from Stanhope, NJ)
  • 10 hours ago

Train and oversee junior accountants. Establish and maintain excellent tenant relations....

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KERING Senior Indirect Tax Accountant - Personal Property Tax

  • Wayne, NJ (24 miles from Stanhope, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Wayne, NJ (24 miles from Stanhope, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

degree in Accounting/Finance required; advanced degree a plus 3+ years of relevant indirect tax/accounting experience; experience in a retail environment a plus Knowledge of Vertex O Series, Vertex...

Staff Accountant (Temporary)

  • Whippany, NJ (17 miles from Stanhope, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Whippany, NJ (17 miles from Stanhope, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

As a Staff Accountant Fixed Assets, you will be responsible for the application of proceeds related to the disposal/retirement of assets primarily within the companies SAP environment....

Sr Accountant -Divisional Liaison - Wealth

  • Bedminster, NJ (18 miles from Stanhope, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bedminster, NJ (18 miles from Stanhope, NJ)
  • 2 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...

Revenue Analyst

  • Parsippany, NJ (17 miles from Stanhope, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Parsippany, NJ (17 miles from Stanhope, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

About Avis Budget Group: Were shaping the future of the mobility industry with our innovative, customer-focused solutions. Our globally recognized brands - Avis, Budget, Budget Truck, and Zipcar -...

FRA Accountant B7 II

  • East Hanover, NJ (19 miles from Stanhope, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • East Hanover, NJ (19 miles from Stanhope, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Responsibilities would also include but not be limited to: Month-end closings, approval of Account Reconciliations, and Journal entries and support the activities of the Associate Director and Director...

KERING Accountant O2C

  • Wayne, NJ (24 miles from Stanhope, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Wayne, NJ (24 miles from Stanhope, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

KERING Accountant O2C Job Family: Finance Job Title: Accountant O2C Location: Wayne, NJ BASE SALARY: $60,000 - $68,000 per year Kering is a global luxury group that manages the development of a portfolio...

Senior Staff Accountant - Somerset, NJ - Hybrid

  • Franklin, NJ (14 miles from Stanhope, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Franklin, NJ (14 miles from Stanhope, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

with journal entries and providing guidance to other Staff Accountants....

Staff Accountant II, Consolidations and Reporting

  • Whippany, NJ (17 miles from Stanhope, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Whippany, NJ (17 miles from Stanhope, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

This includes preparing all journal entries, reviewing eliminations to ensure consolidated balances are correct, and drafting the relevant reporting for LVMH....

Senior Accountant

  • Bridgewater, NJ (23 miles from Stanhope, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Bridgewater, NJ (23 miles from Stanhope, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

The Senior Accountant is responsible for the day-to-day accounting operational activities including, but limited to, the preparation of accounting journal entries, accounting reconciliations, and financial...

Accountant

  • Morristown, NJ (15 miles from Stanhope, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • Morristown, NJ (15 miles from Stanhope, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

entries and perform bank and GL account reconciliations Assist with the design, execution and improvement of financial controls (e.g., general ledger account reconciliations) and analytical review...

Staff Accountant I

  • Clinton, NJ (21 miles from Stanhope, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • Clinton, NJ (21 miles from Stanhope, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

Position Summary Responsible for the Bank's general accounting functions and preparation of internal management and board reports, as well as SEC Filings. Essential Functions Responsible for the...

Senior/Staff Accountant

  • Lincoln Park, NJ (21 miles from Stanhope, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • Lincoln Park, NJ (21 miles from Stanhope, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

Senior/Staff Accountant: Job Summary - Vaco has partnered with a Distribution Company and they have an opening for a Senior/Staff Accountant to be the sole accountant on the team handle daily functions...

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FRA Accountant B7 II - USA

  • East Hanover, NJ (19 miles from Stanhope, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • East Hanover, NJ (19 miles from Stanhope, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

Responsibilities would also include but not be limited to: Month-end closings, approval of Account Reconciliations, and Journal entries and support the activities of the Associate Director and Director...

FRA Accountant B7 II - USA

  • East Hanover, NJ (19 miles from Stanhope, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • East Hanover, NJ (19 miles from Stanhope, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

Prepare and post manual journal entries and assist in the month-end close process....

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Stanhope, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Stanhope, 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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