Accountant Jobs in Hempstead, NY

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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ANTHONY J. CASSAR CPA PC

Staff Senior Accountant

We are a growing CPA firm seeking a highly experienced Tax Accountant with a strong background in U.S. and New York State tax compliance....

Accountant, Strategic Accounting & Finance

  • New York, NY (20 miles from Hempstead, NY)
  • 2 hours ago
  • New York, NY (20 miles from Hempstead, NY)
  • 2 hours ago

The Accountant will play an integral role in supporting departmental deliverables and initiatives....

Senior Accountant - Corporate Accounting - Financial Reporting

  • New York, NY (20 miles from Hempstead, NY)
  • 2 hours ago
  • New York, NY (20 miles from Hempstead, NY)
  • 2 hours ago

The Senior Accountant is responsible for the coordination and preparation of the monthly finance report of the company to senior management and the Board of Directors and the companies' SEC filings,...

Senior Fund Accountant (BPREP)

  • New York, NY (20 miles from Hempstead, NY)
  • 3 hours ago
  • New York, NY (20 miles from Hempstead, NY)
  • 3 hours ago

Location Brookfield Place New York - 250 Vesey Street, 15th Floor Business - Real Estate Brookfield Real Estate Group is one of Brookfield's primary operating groups. The Real Estate Group is one...

Accountant

  • Bethpage, NY (6 miles from Hempstead, NY)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Bethpage, NY (6 miles from Hempstead, NY)
  • 6 hours ago

Accountant - Onsite in Bethpage NY. 1. Perform and manage accounts receivable and accounts payable data entry activities. 2. Reconcile customer and supplier statements 3....

Private Equity Fund Accountant

  • New York, NY (20 miles from Hempstead, NY)
  • 6 hours ago
  • New York, NY (20 miles from Hempstead, NY)
  • 6 hours ago

Acting as primary fund accountant on multiple relationships, ensures all fund accounting functions are in completed in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)....

Staff Accountant

  • East Elmhurst, NY (14 miles from Hempstead, NY)
  • 15 hours ago
  • East Elmhurst, NY (14 miles from Hempstead, NY)
  • 15 hours ago

What you will be doing - $25/hr. Ensure all financial areas of the hotel, including Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Night Audit, and reconciliation of Daily Income Journal, are administered...

Revenue Analyst

  • New York, NY (20 miles from Hempstead, NY)
  • 17 hours ago
  • New York, NY (20 miles from Hempstead, NY)
  • 17 hours ago

Compensation Type Yearly Highgate Hotels Highgate is a premier real estate investment and hospitality management company widely recognized as an innovator in the industry. Highgate is the dominant...

Fiscal Accountant

  • New York, NY (20 miles from Hempstead, NY)
  • 19 hours ago
  • New York, NY (20 miles from Hempstead, NY)
  • 19 hours ago

We are currently seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Accountant to join our team....

Staff Accountant

  • New York, NY (20 miles from Hempstead, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (20 miles from Hempstead, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Enter journal entries into the accounting system. Reconcile the accounting trial balance to the respective source documents....

Senior Accountant, Stablecoin Operations

  • New York, NY (20 miles from Hempstead, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (20 miles from Hempstead, NY)
  • 1 day ago

As a Senior Accountant you will be a key resource representative in the Stablecoin transactional flow accounting process including reconciliations, journal entries, exception monitoring and analysis...

Remote Work

HAL - Payroll Accountant

  • New York, NY (20 miles from Hempstead, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (20 miles from Hempstead, NY)
  • 1 day ago

HAL - Payroll Accountant Department: Human Resources Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract Location: Global Reporting To: Human Resources Services Manager Description The Payroll Accountant is responsible...

Associate Accountant (Back Office)

  • New York, NY (20 miles from Hempstead, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (20 miles from Hempstead, NY)
  • 1 day ago

The incumbent will report to the Accountant, Back Office, and work under general guidance of the Chief, Operations Section....

Senior Accountant (Hybrid)

  • New York, NY (20 miles from Hempstead, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (20 miles from Hempstead, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations and with monthly close processes. Contribute to the development and review of annual operating budgets and performance projections....

Senior Accountant

  • New York, NY (20 miles from Hempstead, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (20 miles from Hempstead, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Degree in Accounting or equivalent work experience + 4+ years of relevant accounting experience + Proven experience leading a team under pressure to meet deadlinescombined with the ability to communicate...

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Hempstead, NY

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Hempstead, NY 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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