Accountant Jobs in Bethlehem, PA

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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External Reporting Accountant

  • Allentown, PA (5 miles from Bethlehem, PA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Allentown, PA (5 miles from Bethlehem, PA)
  • 19 hours ago

A Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance is required. CPA is preferred but is not required. A high school diploma or GED is required....

Staff Accountant

  • Bethlehem, PA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Bethlehem, PA
  • 19 hours ago

Create monthly accruals and intercompany transactions when required. Provide support for annual audit and uphold standard operating procedures....

Senior Cost Accountant

  • Lyon Station, PA (21 miles from Bethlehem, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Lyon Station, PA (21 miles from Bethlehem, PA)
  • 3 days ago

Get to know East Penn! East Penn is a stable, essential employer, and has been voted one of the Best Places to Work in PA for 21 years! At East Penn, our employees are our culture; our employees...

Staff Accountant

  • Doylestown, PA (22 miles from Bethlehem, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Doylestown, PA (22 miles from Bethlehem, PA)
  • 4 days ago

Requirements What You'll Need Bachelors degree in accounting Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks) and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel a plus....

Staff Accountant

  • Easton, PA (13 miles from Bethlehem, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Easton, PA (13 miles from Bethlehem, PA)
  • 4 days ago

Staff Accountant Job Description This position involves performing bank reconciliations, recording journal entries, and analyzing financial statements....

Cost Accountant

  • Allentown, PA (5 miles from Bethlehem, PA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Allentown, PA (5 miles from Bethlehem, PA)
  • 7 days ago

It supports month-end close activities including journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis....

Accountant

  • Allentown, PA (5 miles from Bethlehem, PA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Allentown, PA (5 miles from Bethlehem, PA)
  • 7 days ago

JOB DESCRIPTIONGENERAL PURPOSE Performs a variety of professional, specialized government fund accounting work. SUPERVISION RECEIVED Works under the supervision of the Manager of Treasury and...

Senior Accountant/Accounting Specialist

  • Allentown, PA (5 miles from Bethlehem, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Allentown, PA (5 miles from Bethlehem, PA)
  • 8 days ago

Senior Accountant Under general direction, responsible for the more complex accounting activities including analyzing accounting transactions & issues, preparing journal entries, maintaining a complete...

Staff Accountant, Diocese of Allentown

  • Allentown, PA (5 miles from Bethlehem, PA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Allentown, PA (5 miles from Bethlehem, PA)
  • 9 days ago

Staff Accountant, Diocese of Allentown Salary Medical, Dental, Vision, Voluntary Benefits, 401k, Pension DIOCESE OF ALLENTOWN Secretariat for Administration Position Description Job Title: Staff Accountant...

Senior Accountant

  • Allentown, PA (5 miles from Bethlehem, PA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Allentown, PA (5 miles from Bethlehem, PA)
  • 13 days ago

Responsible for month-end financial close process, including journal entries, financial statements, variance analyses, reporting, reconciliations, and ad-hoc requests....

Staff Accountant

  • Bally, PA (17 miles from Bethlehem, PA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Bally, PA (17 miles from Bethlehem, PA)
  • 16 days ago

RESPONSIBILITIES General ledger account reconciliation and Preparation of journal entries Maintain and reconcile fixed asset schedules Prepare and analyze financial statements in accordance with GAAP...

Jr Accountant

  • Lehighton, PA (24 miles from Bethlehem, PA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Lehighton, PA (24 miles from Bethlehem, PA)
  • 17 days ago

Lehighton, PA 4 DAYS AGO 21694110 Summary Lehighton, PA $52000.00 - $55000.00 per Year 1 Years Experience Bachelor's degree No Commisssion 40.00 hours per week / Day Shift /Full-Time Description...

Accountant

  • Center Valley, PA (3 miles from Bethlehem, PA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Center Valley, PA (3 miles from Bethlehem, PA)
  • 21 days ago

Key Responsibilities: Monthly Closing - Participate in monthly closing processes for fixed assets, intangibles and inventory, including journal entries, roll forwards and balance sheet reconciliations...

Accountant Individual Markets

  • Bethlehem, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bethlehem, PA
  • 30+ days ago

Knowledge of GAAP and Statutory accounting principles Demonstrate knowledge of financial analysis techniques....

Senior Accountant

  • Allentown, PA (5 miles from Bethlehem, PA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Allentown, PA (5 miles from Bethlehem, PA)
  • 45+ days ago

Bachelors degree in accounting (or equivalent experience); two years of experience in a non-profit or higher education institution preferred; with sound knowledge of GAAP standards and practices; understanding...

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Bethlehem, PA

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Bethlehem, PA 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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