Accountant Jobs in Valhalla, 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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Project Accountant

  • Greenwich, CT (8 miles from Valhalla, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Greenwich, CT (8 miles from Valhalla, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Skills: Bachelors Degree in Accounting or Business Management or closely related field. Personal effectiveness and credibility, analytical, good communication skills, proficiency and flexibility....

Senior Staff Accountant

  • Mineola, NY (24 miles from Valhalla, NY)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Mineola, NY (24 miles from Valhalla, NY)
  • 16 hours ago

Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations. Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial reporting....

Staff Accountant

  • New Hyde Park, NY (24 miles from Valhalla, NY)
  • 16 hours ago
  • New Hyde Park, NY (24 miles from Valhalla, NY)
  • 16 hours ago

Staff Accountant Location: Hauppauge Salary: $65-75k Experience: 2+ years We are partnering with a local Long Island Telecommunications company in their search for a dedicated Staff Accountant to expand...

Alternative Investments Accountant

  • Hackensack, NJ (19 miles from Valhalla, NY)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Hackensack, NJ (19 miles from Valhalla, NY)
  • 17 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)....

Senior Property Accountant

  • Fort Lee, NJ (19 miles from Valhalla, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fort Lee, NJ (19 miles from Valhalla, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Kforce's client, a growing real estate company, is seeking a Senior Property Accountant in Fort Lee, NJ....

Senior Property Accountant

  • Totowa, NJ (23 miles from Valhalla, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Totowa, NJ (23 miles from Valhalla, NY)
  • 1 day ago

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

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School Accountant/Account Manager

  • Englewood, NJ (16 miles from Valhalla, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Englewood, NJ (16 miles from Valhalla, NY)
  • 1 day ago

SCHOOL ACCOUNTANT/ACCOUNT MANAGER QUALIFICATIONS: Hold a Bachelors degree or higher in accounting Hold a Business Administrator certificate, preferred Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred Understanding...

Accountant

  • Hackensack, NJ (19 miles from Valhalla, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hackensack, NJ (19 miles from Valhalla, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Participate in the month-end and year-end closing processes, including journal entries and account reconciliations....

Accountant

  • Bronx, NY (19 miles from Valhalla, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bronx, NY (19 miles from Valhalla, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities -Assist in the timely performance of all accounting tasks, such as journal entries, accounts payable, payroll, closing books and maintaining accounting systems....

Sr Accountant - Statutory Reporting

  • Harrison, NY (8 miles from Valhalla, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Harrison, NY (8 miles from Valhalla, NY)
  • 1 day ago

The duties and responsibilities include: oAssist in the preparation of quarterly and annual statutory filings, including journal entry preparation, statutory financial statements, underwriting exhibits...

Associate Revenue Accountant

  • Harrison, NY (8 miles from Valhalla, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Harrison, NY (8 miles from Valhalla, NY)
  • 1 day ago

We are looking for someone who can support our accounting reporting process, assist with the monthly accounting close cycle and other accounting duties to play a key role in achieving our financial...

AR Accountant

  • Whitestone, NY (20 miles from Valhalla, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Whitestone, NY (20 miles from Valhalla, NY)
  • 1 day ago

BODYARMOR is looking for an Accounts Receivable Accountant to join our Finance team....

Accountant

  • Westbury, NY (23 miles from Valhalla, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Westbury, NY (23 miles from Valhalla, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Prepares monthly fiscal reports and all supporting schedules to reflect financial status of assigned business entities in a timely manner Prepares and records asset, liability, revenue, and expense journal...

Accountant

  • Mount Vernon, NY (12 miles from Valhalla, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Mount Vernon, NY (12 miles from Valhalla, NY)
  • 2 days ago

A/R, cash/denial postings, and billing/follow up on MCO insurance claims Completes external audit work as assigned and assists with internal audit functions Preparation of recurring and adjusting journal...

Associate Revenue Accountant

  • Purchase, NY (4 miles from Valhalla, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Purchase, NY (4 miles from Valhalla, NY)
  • 2 days ago

We are looking for someone who can support our accounting reporting process, assist with the monthly accounting close cycle and other accounting duties to play a key role in achieving our financial...

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Valhalla, NY

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Valhalla, NY 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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