Accountant Jobs in Gettysburg, 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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Staff Accountant II

  • York, PA (22 miles from Gettysburg, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • York, PA (22 miles from Gettysburg, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Staff Accountant II Regular - Full time Clerical CVCC - Corporate Center, York, PA, US Yesterday Requisition ID: 2628 Assist in various accounting functions and projects; contribute in profitability...

Financial Accountant, Navy Systems - (Job Number: 1302)

  • York, PA (22 miles from Gettysburg, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • York, PA (22 miles from Gettysburg, PA)
  • 3 days ago

Prepare Journal Entries Reconciliations with sub-ledgers Prepare/Analyze accounts and trial balances Lead Closing Process (monthly/quarterly/yearly) and generate/distribute financial reports....

Accountant/Bookkeeper

  • York, PA (22 miles from Gettysburg, PA)
  • 7 days ago
  • York, PA (22 miles from Gettysburg, PA)
  • 7 days ago

Looking for individuals to join our home care family. At ComForCare Home Care we value our employees like family. We celebrate success and have fun. Our focus is to help our clients and employees...

Senior Accountant

  • Hanover, PA (13 miles from Gettysburg, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Hanover, PA (13 miles from Gettysburg, PA)
  • 8 days ago

ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.Job Responsibilities include and are not limited to:Financial Duties Assist in the preparation of monthly financial reporting Prepare Journal...

Staff Accountant

  • York, PA (22 miles from Gettysburg, PA)
  • 19 days ago
  • York, PA (22 miles from Gettysburg, PA)
  • 19 days ago

STAFF ACCOUNTANT Location: York, PA JOB DESCRIPTION: Staff Accountant - Baltimore, MD About the Company and Overview of the Staff Accountant Role: CFS is partnering with a large manufacturer in York...

Audit Staff Accountant

  • York, PA (22 miles from Gettysburg, PA)
  • 26 days ago
  • York, PA (22 miles from Gettysburg, PA)
  • 26 days ago

A Day in the Life of an Audit Staff Accountant......

Senior Accountant

  • Chambersburg, PA (23 miles from Gettysburg, PA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Chambersburg, PA (23 miles from Gettysburg, PA)
  • 26 days ago

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: Bachelors degree in accounting, finance, or a related field required CPA certification preferred Minimum of 45 years of progressive accounting experience required Experience...

Senior Accountant (Full-time, Onsite)

  • Chambersburg, PA (23 miles from Gettysburg, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chambersburg, PA (23 miles from Gettysburg, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Prepare quarterly and annual financial statements, including journal entry review and general ledger oversight....

Staff Accountant

  • York, PA (22 miles from Gettysburg, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • York, PA (22 miles from Gettysburg, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

The Staff Accountant provides financial information and reports by primarily preparing journal entries, reconciling balance sheet accounts, assisting with monthly and year-end closings, as well as maintaining...

Plant Accountant

  • Union Bridge, MD (21 miles from Gettysburg, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Union Bridge, MD (21 miles from Gettysburg, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

Line of Business: Cement & White Cement Plant Accountant About Us Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials....

Tax Accountant-Small Business and Tax

  • York, PA (22 miles from Gettysburg, PA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • York, PA (22 miles from Gettysburg, PA)
  • 60+ days ago

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

Plant Accountant

  • Hanover, PA (13 miles from Gettysburg, PA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Hanover, PA (13 miles from Gettysburg, PA)
  • 90+ days ago

Qualifications 2-3 years experience and bachelors degree in accounting, including a broad knowledge of GAAP accounting, auditing, financial analysis, and Sarbanes-Oxley strongly preferred but not required...

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Gettysburg, PA

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Gettysburg, 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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