Accountant Jobs in Fairview, OR

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

  • Portland, OR (12 miles from Fairview, OR)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Portland, OR (12 miles from Fairview, OR)
  • 8 hours ago

Project Accountant 3.7 3.7 out of 5 stars 9320 Southwest Barbur Boulevard, Portland, OR 97219 Project Accountant POWER Engineers, Inc., a member of WSP, is seeking a Project Accountant for our Power...

Senior Accountant (CPA) Remote (West Coast)

  • Vancouver, WA (17 miles from Fairview, OR)
  • 1 day ago
  • Vancouver, WA (17 miles from Fairview, OR)
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities: Perform and review journal entries, reconciliations, and month/year-end close activities Analyze financial statements and provide supporting narratives Lead or support system implementations...

Remote Work

Tax Accountant Small Business and Tax

  • Portland, OR (12 miles from Fairview, OR)
  • 2 days ago
  • Portland, OR (12 miles from Fairview, OR)
  • 2 days ago

As a Tax Accountant Small Business and Tax you will apply principles of accounting to analyze financial information and prepare financial reports....

Senior Accountant

  • Portland, OR (12 miles from Fairview, OR)
  • 2 days ago
  • Portland, OR (12 miles from Fairview, OR)
  • 2 days ago

Prepare journal entries and review account reconciliations -your eye for detail makes all the difference. Contribute to financial reports that help guide important decisions....

Cost Accountant- Manufacuring

  • Portland, OR (12 miles from Fairview, OR)
  • 2 days ago
  • Portland, OR (12 miles from Fairview, OR)
  • 2 days ago

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Cost Accountant - Manufacturing to join their dynamic finance team....

Certified Public Accountant

  • Portland, OR (12 miles from Fairview, OR)
  • 2 days ago
  • Portland, OR (12 miles from Fairview, OR)
  • 2 days ago

Certified Public Accountant Position Overview Our client, a well-known public accounting firm based in Portland, OR, is expanding and looking for a full-time, experienced CPA to work closely with their...

Staff Accountant

  • Portland, OR (10 miles from Fairview, OR)
  • 2 days ago
  • Portland, OR (10 miles from Fairview, OR)
  • 2 days ago

contributions Flexible Spending Account medical and dependent care Health Savings Account with employer contribution Pet Benefit Program Paid time off and eight paid holidays WHAT WE NEED: The Staff Accountant...

Associate Project Operations Accountant

  • Portland, OR (12 miles from Fairview, OR)
  • 3 days ago
  • Portland, OR (12 miles from Fairview, OR)
  • 3 days ago

degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field Minimum one year of finance or administrative support experience Knowledge of ERP systems preferred Construction-related business experience a plus Detail-oriented...

Senior Accountant

  • Portland, OR (12 miles from Fairview, OR)
  • 4 days ago
  • Portland, OR (12 miles from Fairview, OR)
  • 4 days ago

Primary accounting tasks include the preparation of month-end journal entries, restricted and grant accounting, reconciliation of various general ledger, income, expense accounts, and special projects...

Senior Property Accountant

  • Portland, OR (12 miles from Fairview, OR)
  • 4 days ago
  • Portland, OR (12 miles from Fairview, OR)
  • 4 days ago

This is a full-time, fully remote role for a Senior Property Accountant....

Remote Work

Staff Accountant

  • Portland, OR (12 miles from Fairview, OR)
  • 5 days ago
  • Portland, OR (12 miles from Fairview, OR)
  • 5 days ago

contributions Flexible Spending Account medical and dependent care Health Savings Account with employer contribution Pet Benefit Program Paid time off and eight paid holidays WHAT WE NEED: The Staff Accountant...

Senior Accountant

  • Portland, OR (12 miles from Fairview, OR)
  • 6 days ago
  • Portland, OR (12 miles from Fairview, OR)
  • 6 days ago

You'll be joining an initial group of four Senior Accountants, with room for team expansion as the company continues to scale....

Remote Work

Senior Accountant

  • Portland, OR (12 miles from Fairview, OR)
  • 6 days ago
  • Portland, OR (12 miles from Fairview, OR)
  • 6 days ago

Familiarity with general ledger, journal entries, month-end close, and audits. Strong Excel skills and comfort working with accounting software....

Payroll Accountant

  • Portland, OR (12 miles from Fairview, OR)
  • 6 days ago
  • Portland, OR (12 miles from Fairview, OR)
  • 6 days ago

Process improvement experience Payroll Accountant Job responsibilities In house payroll processing Payroll Analysis and Journal Entries Accounting Close If you are interested in hearing more, I look...

Staff Accountant

  • Camas, WA (7 miles from Fairview, OR)
  • 6 days ago
  • Camas, WA (7 miles from Fairview, OR)
  • 6 days ago

You will apply and further develop troubleshooting and risk awareness skills as you perform and review account reconciliations and prepare journal entries....

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Fairview, OR

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Fairview, OR 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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