Accountant Jobs in Hanover, 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

  • Glen Rock, PA (12 miles from Hanover, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Glen Rock, PA (12 miles from Hanover, PA)
  • 1 day ago

of financial transactions. + Reconcile bank accounts, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and intercompany transactions. + Assist in financial statement preparation, including balance sheets, income...

Staff Accountant

  • Hanover, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Hanover, PA
  • 2 days ago

In this role, the primary responsibilities will be to assist in the preparation and analysis of month-end and year-end closing, prepare journal entries, support quarterly and year-end audits, prepare...

Accountant

  • Hampstead, MD (14 miles from Hanover, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Hampstead, MD (14 miles from Hanover, PA)
  • 3 days ago

Responsibilities Support month-end close, including preparation of journal entries, fixed asset management, reconciliations of all balance sheet accounts, variance analysis of the financial statements...

Area Accountant

  • York, PA (17 miles from Hanover, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • York, PA (17 miles from Hanover, PA)
  • 3 days ago

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Compiles and analyzes financial information to prepare journal entries and document business transactions....

Senior Accountant

  • Hampstead, MD (14 miles from Hanover, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Hampstead, MD (14 miles from Hanover, PA)
  • 5 days ago

Responsibilities Support month-end close, including preparation of journal entries, fixed asset management, reconciliations of all balance sheet accounts, variance analysis of the financial statements...

Staff Accountant

  • Emmitsburg, MD (20 miles from Hanover, PA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Emmitsburg, MD (20 miles from Hanover, PA)
  • 7 days ago

Position Title: Staff Accountant Job Description: The Staff Accountant is a vital member of the Accounting & Finance Team and serves as the primary point of contact for all university payments....

Accountant - Client Opportunity

  • Dover, PA (17 miles from Hanover, PA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Dover, PA (17 miles from Hanover, PA)
  • 17 days ago

SEK is partnering with our client, Strathmeyer Landscape in Dover, PA, in their search for a motivated Accountant....

Accountant

  • York, PA (17 miles from Hanover, PA)
  • 21 days ago
  • York, PA (17 miles from Hanover, PA)
  • 21 days ago

York county material handling company has a need for a Staff Accountant to perform various duties including accounts payable, cash receipts and general ledger management. Contract to hire....

Project Accountant

  • York, PA (17 miles from Hanover, PA)
  • 26 days ago
  • York, PA (17 miles from Hanover, PA)
  • 26 days ago

Primary tasks for this Project Accountant position include the project invoicing and payment process, budget to job cost comparison, daily review of job cost related items, subcontract and compliance...

Accountant 2, General

  • Sparks, MD (23 miles from Hanover, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sparks, MD (23 miles from Hanover, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

Responsible for accurate and timely entry, reconciliation, and analysis of financial data and reporting to management and stakeholders. This person must possess great attention to detail,...

Cost/ Sr Staff Accountant

  • Hanover, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hanover, PA
  • 30+ days ago

Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or a relevant field (MBA is a plus). 3+ years of accounting experience, including at least 2 years in the manufacturing industry....

Capital and Fixed Asset Accountant

  • York, PA (17 miles from Hanover, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • York, PA (17 miles from Hanover, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

Degree Finance, Accounting or related field Required Work Experience: 3 years of capital and/or fixed asset accounting experience Required Licenses: Certified Public Accountant Upon Hire Preferred...

Plant Accountant

  • Hanover, PA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Hanover, PA
  • 60+ 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...

Senior Accountant

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

The Senior Accountant - Taneytown is one of our two senior accountants....

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Hanover, PA

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Hanover, PA 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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