Accountant Jobs in Pennsylvania

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

Responsibilites: Preparation of financial statements including trial balances, journal entries and bank reconciliations, Preparation of tax returns such as business, nonprofit, individual, sales, and...

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS Selectees who are not FBI financial analysts or forensic accountants are required to attend a mandatory five-week Forensic Accountant Core Training Session (FACTS) held at the...

Revenue Accountant

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 2 hours ago

Consumer services company has an immediate opportunity for a Revenue Accountant....

Senior Accountant

  • Ambler, PA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Ambler, PA
  • 2 hours ago

degree in Accounting 4+ years of progressive accounting experience ERP system experience preferred (SAP, Oracle, etc.)...

Senior Accountant

  • Lansdale, PA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Lansdale, PA
  • 5 hours ago

Position Summary: We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accountant / Accounting Manager to oversee the day-to-day accounting operations for our projects....

Accounting Manager/Project Accountant

  • Hatfield, PA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Hatfield, PA
  • 5 hours ago

AIA Billing / Construction Experience Accounting OR Finance Degree 8-12+ years of accounting experience Need to have good technical skills Clean up AR and AP Processes Completely own the Month-end...

Cost Accountant

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 6 hours ago

Perform month-end close activities including journal entries, inventory reconciliation, and cost roll-ups....

Budget Analyst 2, Auditor General

  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 11 hours ago

Budget Analyst 2, Auditor General Print ( Apply Budget Analyst 2, Auditor General Salary $77,379.00 - $117,497.00 Annually Location Dauphin County, PA Job Type Non-Civil Service Permanent...

Senior Consolidations Accountant

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 11 hours ago

Essential Skills + Bachelors degree in Accounting or similar field. + 3+ years of GL Accounting experience with international companies using multiple exchange rates in financial reporting. + 3+ years...

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GL Accountant L1

  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 11 hours ago

**ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES** + Strong participation in the month-end close process, including journal entries, account reconciliation, while applying GAAP accounting to effectively report...

Financial Project Accountant

  • Camp Hill, PA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Camp Hill, PA
  • 11 hours ago

**Minimum Qualifications** : + Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance, or relevant experience and/or education as determined by the company in lieu of bachelor's degree + 3-5 years relevant, progressive...

Senior Accountant - Hybrid

  • King of Prussia, PA
  • 11 hours ago
  • King of Prussia, PA
  • 11 hours ago

The Senior Accountant will be responsible for overseeing general accounting operations by controlling and verifying our financial transactions....

GL Accountant L1

  • PA
  • 12 hours ago
  • PA
  • 12 hours ago

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Strong participation in the month-end close process, including journal entries, account reconciliation, while applying GAAP accounting to effectively report accurate...

Senior Accountant

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 12 hours ago

Responsibilities and Accountabilities Assists in Profit & Loss and Balance Sheet Financial Close on a timely basis, while ensuring adherence to GAAP and Statutory Accounting principles....

Accountant 3

  • Dauphin, PA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Dauphin, PA
  • 16 hours ago

The Public School Employees' Retirement System (PSERS) is seeking an Accountant 3 to oversee the Healthcare Accounting Section within our Office of Financial Management....

Demographic Data for Pennsylvania

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Pennsylvania

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Pennsylvania 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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