Accountant Jobs in Middletown, RI

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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Tax Accountant

  • East Greenwich, RI (13 miles from Middletown, RI)
  • 1 hour ago
  • East Greenwich, RI (13 miles from Middletown, RI)
  • 1 hour ago

Tax Accountant A Top CPA firm in the area is looking to add a Tax Accountant to their team. This stable and growing firm offers their clients valuable knowledge and expertise in tax....

Junior Staff Accountant

  • Exeter, RI (19 miles from Middletown, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Exeter, RI (19 miles from Middletown, RI)
  • 1 day ago

Job Details Job Location : Exeter - Exeter, RI Position Type : Full Time Education Level : 4 Year Degree Salary Range : $50000.00 - $50000.00 Salary/year Job Category : Accounting Description Are...

Accountant

  • Providence, RI (22 miles from Middletown, RI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Providence, RI (22 miles from Middletown, RI)
  • 3 days ago

Accountant Location: East Providence RI 02915 Duration:12 months Will Work in office Hybrid schedule Rate: $24.30- $26.38/hr on w2 Job Posting: Resource is required to be on the assignment for the required...

Accountant

  • Riverside, RI (18 miles from Middletown, RI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Riverside, RI (18 miles from Middletown, RI)
  • 5 days ago

Accountant Riverside, RI 12 months+ - LOB wants candidate to start ASAP - Onsite 5 days/week for 1st month for training then switch to hybrid schedule (mandatory 3 days onsite, 2 WFH) Resource...

Accountant (Level III)

  • Riverside, RI (18 miles from Middletown, RI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Riverside, RI (18 miles from Middletown, RI)
  • 5 days ago

Needs candidate who can start ASAP Onsite 5 days/week for 1st month for training then switch to hybrid schedule (mandatory 3 days onsite, 2 WFH) Resource is required to be on the assignment for...

Accountant - Providence, RI - Full-Time

  • Providence, RI (22 miles from Middletown, RI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Providence, RI (22 miles from Middletown, RI)
  • 6 days ago

The Accountant will interact with clients, their staff, Board of Directors, and Finance Committees on a regular basis....

Accountant - Providence, RI - Part-Time

  • Providence, RI (22 miles from Middletown, RI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Providence, RI (22 miles from Middletown, RI)
  • 6 days ago

The Accountant will interact with clients, their staff, Board of Directors, and Finance Committees on a regular basis....

Channel Sales Associate - CPA

  • East Providence, RI (20 miles from Middletown, RI)
  • 6 days ago
  • East Providence, RI (20 miles from Middletown, RI)
  • 6 days ago

Collaborate with key referral sources, including Accountants, Banks, and existing Paychex clients, with the goal of education, consultation and to secure referrals to end user sales....

Senior Accountant

  • Warwick, RI (16 miles from Middletown, RI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Warwick, RI (16 miles from Middletown, RI)
  • 7 days ago

may arise regarding financial information Assist in the preparation of schedules for the annual fiscal and compliance audits Prepare and record monthly Health, Dental, Life premium journal entries...

Senior Accountant/Accounting Specialist

  • Providence, RI (22 miles from Middletown, RI)
  • 8 days ago
  • Providence, RI (22 miles from Middletown, RI)
  • 8 days ago

Senior Accountant Under general direction, responsible for the more complex accounting activities including analyzing accounting transactions & issues, preparing journal entries, maintaining a complete...

Corporate Staff Accountant

  • Warwick, RI (16 miles from Middletown, RI)
  • 9 days ago
  • Warwick, RI (16 miles from Middletown, RI)
  • 9 days ago

Responsibilities: Prepare journal entries. Reconcile and maintain balance sheet accounts. Review and analyze P&L accounts for inconsistencies and anomalies....

Tax Accountant

  • Rehoboth, MA (22 miles from Middletown, RI)
  • 12 days ago
  • Rehoboth, MA (22 miles from Middletown, RI)
  • 12 days ago

Tax Accountant A Top CPA firm in the area is looking to add a Tax Accountant to their team. This stable and growing firm offers their clients valuable knowledge and expertise in tax....

Revenue Analyst

  • Providence, RI (22 miles from Middletown, RI)
  • 13 days ago
  • Providence, RI (22 miles from Middletown, RI)
  • 13 days ago

Summary: Under the general direction of the Director Contracting Analytics and Modeling perform all duties necessary to properly identify and process recovery of revenue for Contract Management...

Hospitality Staff Accountant

  • Wyoming, RI (20 miles from Middletown, RI)
  • 15 days ago
  • Wyoming, RI (20 miles from Middletown, RI)
  • 15 days ago

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Staff Accountant to support our financial operations and help drive accurate reporting in a dynamic and rewarding environment....

Sr Staff Accountant

  • Johnston, RI (24 miles from Middletown, RI)
  • 24 days ago
  • Johnston, RI (24 miles from Middletown, RI)
  • 24 days ago

Qualifications, Education, Certifications and/or Other Professional Credentials + Required Qualifications + Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. + 2+ years of experience in accounting...

Demographic Data for Middletown, RI

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Middletown, RI

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Middletown, RI 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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