Accountant Jobs in Burlington, ON

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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Accountant (Cost Accounting exp req)

  • Mississauga, ON (17 miles from Burlington, ON)
  • 2 days ago
  • Mississauga, ON (17 miles from Burlington, ON)
  • 2 days ago

Cost Accounting exp req) Description Our client in the commercial and institutional HVAC industry is seeking a full-time Accountant to join their team in Mississauga, ON....

Senior Accountant 100% remote

  • Mississauga, ON (17 miles from Burlington, ON)
  • 4 days ago
  • Mississauga, ON (17 miles from Burlington, ON)
  • 4 days ago

Managing all intercompany transactions between the Portfolio and other affiliated entities Working with Finance teams of the businesses on longer-term projects to drive efficiencies or more accurate...

Remote Work

Accountant - 6 Months to Perm

  • Brampton, ON (24 miles from Burlington, ON)
  • 4 days ago
  • Brampton, ON (24 miles from Burlington, ON)
  • 4 days ago

Post all journal entries as submitted by management. Monitor AR & AP subledgers to ensure that outstanding and/or older items are addressed....

Accountant

  • Etobicoke, ON (24 miles from Burlington, ON)
  • 5 days ago
  • Etobicoke, ON (24 miles from Burlington, ON)
  • 5 days ago

entries, bank reconciliations-- all must be on resume in most recent experience Post-secondary in accounting or finance Advanced Excel- pivot tables, vlookups, sum/ifs Strong communication skills,...

Financial Reporting Accountant - 12 months

  • Hamilton, ON (8 miles from Burlington, ON)
  • 9 days ago
  • Hamilton, ON (8 miles from Burlington, ON)
  • 9 days ago

About You Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance....

Senior Accountant

  • Oakville, ON (8 miles from Burlington, ON)
  • 9 days ago
  • Oakville, ON (8 miles from Burlington, ON)
  • 9 days ago

entries to meet internal deadlines....

Accountant

  • Ancaster, ON (12 miles from Burlington, ON)
  • 12 days ago
  • Ancaster, ON (12 miles from Burlington, ON)
  • 12 days ago

Join Our Team as an Accountant at Johnson Electric!...

Senior Accountant

  • Etobicoke, ON (24 miles from Burlington, ON)
  • 19 days ago
  • Etobicoke, ON (24 miles from Burlington, ON)
  • 19 days ago

Monitoring banking activities for multiple entities to find irregularities and process appropriate journal entries. Other duties as assigned....

General Accountant

  • Brampton, ON (24 miles from Burlington, ON)
  • 28 days ago
  • Brampton, ON (24 miles from Burlington, ON)
  • 28 days ago

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individuals skill sets, experience and training,...

Accountant/Bookkeeper - 6 Months to Perm

  • Mississauga, ON (17 miles from Burlington, ON)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Mississauga, ON (17 miles from Burlington, ON)
  • 30+ days ago

entries Maintain and reconcile balance sheet accounts Support budgeting and forecasting activities Prepare and file sales tax, GST/HST, and other regulatory returns Liaise with external accountants...

Accountant

  • Etobicoke, ON (24 miles from Burlington, ON)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Etobicoke, ON (24 miles from Burlington, ON)
  • 30+ days ago

Monitoring banking activities for multiple entities to find irregularities and process appropriate journal entries. Other duties as assigned....

Staff Accountant - Specialty Health

  • Mississauga, ON (17 miles from Burlington, ON)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Mississauga, ON (17 miles from Burlington, ON)
  • 45+ days ago

Prepares and reconciles the intercompany transactions. Produce the financial statements and detailed ad-hoc analysis reports (Monthly and quarterly schedules....

Accountant - 18 Months

  • Mississauga, ON (17 miles from Burlington, ON)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Mississauga, ON (17 miles from Burlington, ON)
  • 45+ days ago

About the Opportunity Running the month and year end Calculating commissions Bank reconciliations Provide back up the AP Supervisor Financial statements Recording of payroll (no payroll experience...

Staff Accountant

  • Mississauga, ON (17 miles from Burlington, ON)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Mississauga, ON (17 miles from Burlington, ON)
  • 60+ days ago

Skills and Qualifications: Education: Bachelors degree in accounting, finance, or a related field....

Accountant

  • Oakville, ON (8 miles from Burlington, ON)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Oakville, ON (8 miles from Burlington, ON)
  • 60+ days ago

Primary Location: Oakville, Ontario Job: Accountant Requisition : 8923...

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Burlington, ON

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Burlington, ON 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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