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...

Wesley Enhanced Living

Senior Accountant

Prepare, verify, and enter all journal entries; one-time, standard, recurring, reversals. Assist with maintenance of fixed asset and WIP schedules and related journal entries....

Accountant 3

  • Dauphin, PA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Dauphin, PA
  • 2 hours ago

The Public School Employees' Retirement System (PSERS) is excited to welcome a motivated Accountant 3 to supervise a team of accountants and perform a wide range of advanced professional accounting...

Accountant

  • Johnstown, PA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Johnstown, PA
  • 12 hours ago

Prepare journal entries and modify budgets. Reconcile income and revenue accounts....

Senior Cost Accountant

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 16 hours ago

Prepare journal entries. Perform month-end close duties. Partner with operations and supply chain teams to provide cost insights and support budgeting and forecasting....

Corporate Staff Accountant

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 16 hours ago

is responsible for preparing journal entries, reconciliations and supporting the Finance and Accounting team with the global consolidation and preparation of financial reports....

Overhead Staff Accountant

  • Willow Grove, PA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Willow Grove, PA
  • 16 hours ago

Account reconciliation and analysis Generate monthly ledger reports for account reconciliations Process monthly recurring entries and journal entries, as needed Balance Canadian Payroll entries, as...

Staff Accountant

  • Glen Rock, PA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Glen Rock, PA
  • 16 hours 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

  • Monaca, PA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Monaca, PA
  • 16 hours ago

Staff Accountant Monaca, Pennsylvania Full Time Temporary/Contract $ 24 - $ 25 per year April 22, 2025 Job ID: 1414847MLC_......

Accountant

  • Camp Hill, PA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Camp Hill, PA
  • 17 hours ago

We are currently searching for one full-time Accountant to join our team....

Accountant II

  • Bethlehem, PA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Bethlehem, PA
  • 17 hours ago

Bethlehem, PA 1 DAYS AGO 21335806 Summary Bethlehem, PA Competitive Salary 2 Years Experience High school graduate or equivalency certificate (GED) No Commisssion 40.00 hours per week / Day Shift...

Accountant

  • Delmont, PA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Delmont, PA
  • 17 hours ago

Summary DELMONT, PA Competitive Salary 5 Years Experience Bachelor's degree No Commisssion 50.00 hours per week / Day Shift /Full-Time Description We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accountant...

Accountant 1 (Local Government)

  • Johnstown, PA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Johnstown, PA
  • 18 hours ago

The Cambria County Behavioral Health & Developmental Support Program is seeking an Accountant 1 to join our team....

Accountant

  • State College, PA
  • 18 hours ago
  • State College, PA
  • 18 hours ago

State College, PA 1 DAYS AGO 21335736 Summary State College, PA Competitive Salary 2 Years Experience Bachelor's degree No Commisssion 40.00 hours per week / Day Shift /Full-Time Description...

Plant Accountant

  • Allentown, PA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Allentown, PA
  • 18 hours ago

Essential Responsibilities and Duties: General ledger accounting including full responsibility for the month-end close. including journal entries, variance analysis, and report preparation....

Demographic Data for Pennsylvania

Moving to Pennsylvania? Find some basic demographic data about Pennsylvania below.


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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
54.5%
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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