Accountant Jobs in Allen, TX

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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CPA

We are a small botique accounting firm with a large reach, serving clients with operations in a majority of the 50 states, Australia, India, Mexico, and the US Virgin Islands. The firm has chosen...

Staff Accountant II

  • Carrollton, TX (18 miles from Allen, TX)
  • 8 days ago
  • Carrollton, TX (18 miles from Allen, TX)
  • 8 days ago

Review journal entries for posting cash issues and review and post all journal entries from Cash Department. Understanding of accrual transactions and amortizations....

Staff Accountant

  • Josephine, TX (16 miles from Allen, TX)
  • moments ago
  • Josephine, TX (16 miles from Allen, TX)
  • moments ago

You will apply and further develop troubleshooting and risk awareness skills as you perform and review account reconciliations and prepare journal entries....

Staff Accountant

  • Carrollton, TX (18 miles from Allen, TX)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Carrollton, TX (18 miles from Allen, TX)
  • 2 hours ago

Prepare and record key month-end journal entries which significantly impact financial statements....

Senior Accountant, Payroll

  • Addison, TX (15 miles from Allen, TX)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Addison, TX (15 miles from Allen, TX)
  • 5 hours ago

Review the resulting payroll journal entry, correcting any errors and prepare for posting....

Staff Accountant - Trophy Signature Homes

  • Plano, TX (7 miles from Allen, TX)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Plano, TX (7 miles from Allen, TX)
  • 15 hours ago

The Staff Accountant is responsible for preparing timely and accurate accounting records, including various journal entries and financial and operational reports....

Accountant (Operations Accounting)

  • Dallas, TX (23 miles from Allen, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Dallas, TX (23 miles from Allen, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Accountant (Operations Accounting) Company: Boeing Distribution, Inc....

Lead Accountant - Plant

  • Dallas, TX (23 miles from Allen, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Dallas, TX (23 miles from Allen, TX)
  • 1 day ago

The requirements for this position are listed below: Bachelors degree in Accounting or related field required. Knowledge of midstream accounting and related software desired....

Accountant

  • Dallas, TX (23 miles from Allen, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Dallas, TX (23 miles from Allen, TX)
  • 1 day ago

The minimum salary for the Accountant position is $48,000 annually and the maximum salary for the Accountant position is $54,000 annually....

Staff/Senior Accountant, Seniors Housing Property Accounting - Property Accounting experience required - STAFF002858-000

  • Dallas, TX (23 miles from Allen, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Dallas, TX (23 miles from Allen, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Education: Bachelors degree in accounting is required. Knowledge of accounting theory, including GAAP and IFRS is preferred. **ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS** CPA preferred....

Senior Accountant- Dallas - STAFF007399

  • Dallas, TX (23 miles from Allen, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (23 miles from Allen, TX)
  • 2 days ago

**Job Knowledge / Education and Qualifications** - Requirements: - - Must have at least 3 years of general ledger accounting experience in corporate accounting functions - Bachelors degree in accounting...

Accountant - TG

  • Dallas, TX (23 miles from Allen, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (23 miles from Allen, TX)
  • 2 days ago

**Key Responsibilities:** + Prepare and post journal entries for banking transactions, including wire transfers, ACH payments, and Zero Balance Account (ZBA) activity. + Assign appropriate GL codes,...

Lead Accountant

  • Dallas, TX (23 miles from Allen, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (23 miles from Allen, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Prepare journal entries, maintain and reconcile ledger accounts, and manage records of assets, liabilities, and financial transactions....

Staff Accountant

  • Dallas, TX (23 miles from Allen, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (23 miles from Allen, TX)
  • 2 days ago

This will include general ledger accounting in accordance with applicable accounting standards, account reconciliation, journal entry submission and act as back up to our Senior Construction Accountant...

Staff Accountant - Loan Accounting

  • Dallas, TX (23 miles from Allen, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (23 miles from Allen, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Preparing journal entries Preparing wire requests Performing other duties as required....

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Allen, TX

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Allen, TX 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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