Accountant Jobs in Painesville, OH

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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J Severino Construction

Construction Accounting Professional

Staff accounting professional needed for a commercial construction company located in Ashtabula, Oh. Candidate should be proficient in general accounting procedures, including A/R, A/P, General...

Accountant

  • Willoughby, OH (10 miles from Painesville, OH)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Willoughby, OH (10 miles from Painesville, OH)
  • 23 hours ago

The Accountant is responsible for the company's financial plans and policies, its accounting practices....

Accountant II

  • Shaker Heights, OH (23 miles from Painesville, OH)
  • 3 days ago
  • Shaker Heights, OH (23 miles from Painesville, OH)
  • 3 days ago

What You Will Do Assists in maintenance of cost accounting methodologies (RVU, RCC, Variable Charge, ABC) for UH Health System, including the overhead allocation and statistical drivers....

Accountant/ CPA

  • Mentor, OH (6 miles from Painesville, OH)
  • 6 days ago
  • Mentor, OH (6 miles from Painesville, OH)
  • 6 days ago

Mentor, Ohio Accounting Firm We are actively seeking an accountant/ CPA to join our accounting practice that has three years of public experience....

Senior Accountant

  • Perry, OH (4 miles from Painesville, OH)
  • 7 days ago
  • Perry, OH (4 miles from Painesville, OH)
  • 7 days ago

Demonstrated knowledge of internal controls, month-end closing experience and command of journal entries. Experience in financial statement review, account reconciliation, and analysis....

Staff Accountant II (Mentor, OH, US, 44060)

  • Mentor, OH (6 miles from Painesville, OH)
  • 7 days ago
  • Mentor, OH (6 miles from Painesville, OH)
  • 7 days ago

What You'll do as a Staff Accountant II Perform accounting activities including journal entries, account reconciliations and daily maintenance and analysis of assigned accounts....

Staff Accountant II

  • Mentor, OH (6 miles from Painesville, OH)
  • 9 days ago
  • Mentor, OH (6 miles from Painesville, OH)
  • 9 days ago

The Experience, Skills and Abilities Needed Required: Bachelors Degree in Accounting or Finance. Minimum 2 years of corporate accounting experience in addition to degree requirement....

Cost Accountant

  • Mentor, OH (6 miles from Painesville, OH)
  • 11 days ago
  • Mentor, OH (6 miles from Painesville, OH)
  • 11 days ago

Participate in month-end close by preparing cost-related journal entries and accruals. Prepare detailed inventory and COGS schedules for financial reporting....

Staff Accountant

  • Mentor, OH (6 miles from Painesville, OH)
  • 14 days ago
  • Mentor, OH (6 miles from Painesville, OH)
  • 14 days ago

Key Responsibilities: Accounting Duties: Prepare and post journal entries; maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts. Review month-end expenses for accuracy....

Accountant

  • Mentor, OH (6 miles from Painesville, OH)
  • 22 days ago
  • Mentor, OH (6 miles from Painesville, OH)
  • 22 days ago

Payroll (ADP) Record ADP payroll journal entries in QuickBooks Online. Coordinate with operations to resolve payroll discrepancies....

Project Accountant

  • Chesterland, OH (13 miles from Painesville, OH)
  • 27 days ago
  • Chesterland, OH (13 miles from Painesville, OH)
  • 27 days ago

builder on a confidential search for a Project Accountant to support a newly awarded $75M ground-up multifamily project....

Project Accountant

  • Chagrin Falls, OH (20 miles from Painesville, OH)
  • 29 days ago
  • Chagrin Falls, OH (20 miles from Painesville, OH)
  • 29 days ago

builder on a confidential search for a Project Accountant to support a newly awarded $75M ground-up multifamily project....

Project Accountant

  • Warrensville Heights, OH (22 miles from Painesville, OH)
  • 29 days ago
  • Warrensville Heights, OH (22 miles from Painesville, OH)
  • 29 days ago

builder on a confidential search for a Project Accountant to support a newly awarded $75M ground-up multifamily project....

General Accountant, Chardon-based

  • Chardon, OH (9 miles from Painesville, OH)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chardon, OH (9 miles from Painesville, OH)
  • 30+ days ago

degree in accounting required 2-4 years of experience Experience in a manufacturing environment, with a solid understanding of cost accounting, preferred Proficient in Microsoft Excel utilizing Pivot...

Senior Cost and Financial Accountant

  • Chardon, OH (9 miles from Painesville, OH)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Chardon, OH (9 miles from Painesville, OH)
  • 90+ days ago

entries and recurring journal entries Assist with annual audit/review preparation and auditor inquiries Compliance, caculation and payment to various tax authorities as required Timely remit state...

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Painesville, OH

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Painesville, OH 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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