Accountant Jobs in Hummelstown, 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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Fund Accountant - CLO

  • Harrisburg, PA (10 miles from Hummelstown, PA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Harrisburg, PA (10 miles from Hummelstown, PA)
  • 1 hour ago

Duties & Responsibilities** This role will provide support of day-to-day operational/client service activities while effectively monitoring daily receivables, journal posting, cash reconciliation,...

Staff Accountant (part-time)

  • Elizabethtown, PA (9 miles from Hummelstown, PA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Elizabethtown, PA (9 miles from Hummelstown, PA)
  • 3 hours ago

Job Title Staff Accountant (part-time) Job Description The Business Office at Elizabethtown College is currently seeking a part-time Staff Accountant....

Operational Accountant

  • Lancaster, PA (24 miles from Hummelstown, PA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Lancaster, PA (24 miles from Hummelstown, PA)
  • 3 hours ago

entries, prepare month-end close adjusting entries, ensure compliance with established operational processes and GAAP Perform monitoring over operational processes for compliance with accounting concepts...

Financial Reporting Accountant

  • Lancaster, PA (24 miles from Hummelstown, PA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Lancaster, PA (24 miles from Hummelstown, PA)
  • 7 hours ago

(Preferred) Certifications Certified Public Accountant. (Potentially) Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of U.S....

Part Time Accountant - Finance & Business

  • Hershey, PA (3 miles from Hummelstown, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hershey, PA (3 miles from Hummelstown, PA)
  • 1 day ago

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS: The Penn State College of Medicine, Department and Finance & Business, in Hershey, PA is seeking part time accountants....

Accounts Receivable Staff Accountant

  • Lancaster, PA (24 miles from Hummelstown, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Lancaster, PA (24 miles from Hummelstown, PA)
  • 3 days ago

Accounts Receivable Staff Accountant Follow Company More Jobs from The We......

Staff Accountant II

  • York, PA (20 miles from Hummelstown, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • York, PA (20 miles from Hummelstown, PA)
  • 4 days 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...

Accountant 1

  • Harrisburg, PA (10 miles from Hummelstown, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Harrisburg, PA (10 miles from Hummelstown, PA)
  • 5 days ago

DESCRIPTION OF WORK The Accountant 1 organizes, analyzes, interprets and evaluates all financial transactions posted to corporate ledger accounts....

Senior Revenue Accountant

  • Harrisburg, PA (10 miles from Hummelstown, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Harrisburg, PA (10 miles from Hummelstown, PA)
  • 5 days ago

**About the Role:** Confluent is seeking an experienced, self-motivated Senior Revenue Accountant to join our Revenue Accounting Operations team....

Associate Accountant

  • Mount Joy, PA (15 miles from Hummelstown, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Mount Joy, PA (15 miles from Hummelstown, PA)
  • 6 days ago

Join our team as a risk-focused project manager and play a pivotal role in driving project success, fostering collaboration, and delivering impactful results to an innovative work environment....

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

  • York, PA (20 miles from Hummelstown, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • York, PA (20 miles from Hummelstown, PA)
  • 6 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....

Staff Accountant

  • Lancaster, PA (24 miles from Hummelstown, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lancaster, PA (24 miles from Hummelstown, PA)
  • 6 days ago

entry postings Assist in A/P filings and other administrative functions Assist with audits (internal/external) by gathering data for auditors requests Skills Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable Journal...

Forensic Accountant

  • Harrisburg, PA (10 miles from Hummelstown, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Harrisburg, PA (10 miles from Hummelstown, PA)
  • 6 days ago

Job role Forensic accountant Sector Banking and financial services Experience level Qualified accountant You need to sign in or create an account to save Salary: See Position Description Location :...

Staff Accountant

  • Lancaster, PA (24 miles from Hummelstown, PA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Lancaster, PA (24 miles from Hummelstown, PA)
  • 7 days ago

Staff Accountant Job Locations US-PA-Lancaster Requisition ID 2025-22313 Location Name Corporate Headquarters County Lancaster Category Finance/Accounting Position Type (Portal Searching) Full-Time...

Senior Accountant (Accountant 3)

  • Harrisburg, PA (10 miles from Hummelstown, PA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Harrisburg, PA (10 miles from Hummelstown, PA)
  • 7 days ago

If so, the Bureau of Accounting and Financial Management/General Accounting is eager welcome you to their team as a Senior Accountant....

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Hummelstown, PA

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Hummelstown, 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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