Accountant Jobs in Stony Point, 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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Senior Accountant

  • Tarrytown, NY (14 miles from Stony Point, NY)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Tarrytown, NY (14 miles from Stony Point, NY)
  • 6 hours ago

Journal Entries and Uploads)....

Grant Accountant

  • Scarsdale, NY (19 miles from Stony Point, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Scarsdale, NY (19 miles from Stony Point, NY)
  • 4 days ago

The JCC Mid-Westchester (JCCMW) is seeking a Grant Accountant focused on our Toward Tomorrow Program, a state-funded special education preschool....

Accountant, Treasury Accounting

  • Paramus, NJ (20 miles from Stony Point, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Paramus, NJ (20 miles from Stony Point, NY)
  • 4 days ago

Prepare and post journal entries for monthly financial closing, including payroll accruals....

Senior Technical Accountant

  • Mahwah, NJ (13 miles from Stony Point, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Mahwah, NJ (13 miles from Stony Point, NY)
  • 7 days ago

Let us describe the challenge we'll offer As a senior technical accountant at Polestar you will work alongside headquarters and specialize in complex technical accounting matters, financial reporting...

Senior Property Accountant

  • Paterson, NJ (24 miles from Stony Point, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Paterson, NJ (24 miles from Stony Point, NY)
  • 7 days 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 Property Accountant

  • Hackensack, NJ (24 miles from Stony Point, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Hackensack, NJ (24 miles from Stony Point, NY)
  • 7 days 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....

Temp Accountant (Fixed Assets)

  • White Plains, NY (20 miles from Stony Point, NY)
  • 11 days ago
  • White Plains, NY (20 miles from Stony Point, NY)
  • 11 days ago

Prepare and input recurring and non-recurring semi complex journal entries. Assist with the monthly posting of accruable invoices (O&M and Capital) from the open invoice report....

Senior Accountant

  • Harrison, NY (24 miles from Stony Point, NY)
  • 11 days ago
  • Harrison, NY (24 miles from Stony Point, NY)
  • 11 days ago

Our business, your impact, our opportunity: What you'll be doing: Prepare and post journal entries across multiple entities, including cash, accruals, premiums, losses, and acquisition costs Complete...

Staff Accountant

  • White Plains, NY (20 miles from Stony Point, NY)
  • 11 days ago
  • White Plains, NY (20 miles from Stony Point, NY)
  • 11 days ago

Position: Staff Accountant Office Location: White Plains, NY Responsibilities: Prepare journal entries and reconcile accounts payable and receivable Aid in monthly closings and reports Monthly financial...

Senior Accountant

  • Mahwah, NJ (13 miles from Stony Point, NY)
  • 12 days ago
  • Mahwah, NJ (13 miles from Stony Point, NY)
  • 12 days ago

Education and Experience required - Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or closely-related field and 3 years of accounting experience....

Accountant- Client Services Manager (Remote- US Based)

  • Montvale, NJ (13 miles from Stony Point, NY)
  • 13 days ago
  • Montvale, NJ (13 miles from Stony Point, NY)
  • 13 days ago

Job Summary Our firm is growing and we are looking for a full-time Accountant- Client Services Manager to be based remotely within the U.S....

Remote Work

Staff Accountant

  • Scarsdale, NY (19 miles from Stony Point, NY)
  • 14 days ago
  • Scarsdale, NY (19 miles from Stony Point, NY)
  • 14 days ago

They will prepare daily, weekly, and monthly cash, payroll, revenue, and expense journal entries into Quickbooks....

Senior Property Accountant

  • Wayne, NJ (23 miles from Stony Point, NY)
  • 16 days ago
  • Wayne, NJ (23 miles from Stony Point, NY)
  • 16 days ago

Supervise and mentor junior accountants. Establish and maintain excellent tenant relationships....

Remote Work

Staff Accountant

  • Hackensack, NJ (24 miles from Stony Point, NY)
  • 17 days ago
  • Hackensack, NJ (24 miles from Stony Point, NY)
  • 17 days ago

Accounts Receivable & AP Billing Support - Maternity Cover (3-4 Months) We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented professional to join our finance team on a temporary basis, providing crucial...

Senior Property Accountant

  • Teaneck, NJ (24 miles from Stony Point, NY)
  • 20 days ago
  • Teaneck, NJ (24 miles from Stony Point, NY)
  • 20 days 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....

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Stony Point, NY

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Stony Point, 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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