Accountant Jobs in Friendswood, 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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Accountant

  • Houston, TX (23 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX (23 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 1 day ago

A private Single-Family Office (SFO) in the Galleria area seeks an Accountant to prepare and review financial statements, process accounts payable, bookkeeping, and other financial transactions....

Senior Accountant External Financial Reporting

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 12 hours ago

Summary: Senior Accountant External Financial Reporting The Senior Accountant prepares financial statements and related footnotes to meet the external financial reporting requirements for Energy Transfers...

Accountant II

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 19 hours ago

Job Responsibilities: Participate in month end close activities (journal entries, calculations and analysis, inter-unit and other account validations)....

Senior Tax Accountant

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 22 hours ago

Job Details: Senior Tax Accountant 85,000-95,000 An immediate opening is available for a highly motivated and detail-oriented Senior Tax Accountant to join a dynamic tax team....

Senior Accountant

  • Bellaire, TX (21 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bellaire, TX (21 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Prepare journal entries - including recurring entries - for Month End Close. Make materiality decisions on close entries. Review other departmental journal entries....

Senior Accountant

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Maintain accurate financial records and general ledger entries Prepare and post journal entries Reconcile accounts in preparation for audit Reconcile payroll and extract detailed reports from the payroll...

Interim Staff Accountant

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 1 day ago

entries The Staff Accountant will manage the filing process to all payables, journal entries and related paperwork The Staff Accountant will handle month-end closing Job Requirements: Bachelor's degree...

Staff Accountant

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities: Prepare journal entries as well as review, analyze, and reconcile various balance sheet accounts monthly, including bank reconciliations Prepare cash wire log; post payments to vendor...

Tax Accountant Senior

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Why Work for Park Lawn Corporation? Service At every level, our dedicated team members display a strong work ethic and commitment to our core values, respect for the family, the profession, and...

Staff Accountant-Payroll/Fixed Assets

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Staff Accountant-Payroll/Fixed Assets Department: 500-0570 Accounting Location: Houston, TX The Staff Accountant - Payroll is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of payroll-related financial...

Senior Accountant

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 2 days ago

We are looking for the right people - people who want to innovate, achieve, grow and lead. We attract and retain the best talent by investing in our employees and empowering them to develop...

Accountant - Operational Finance (Self Performed Operations)-Louisiana

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Reports to: Senior Accountant, Operational Finance or Accounting Manager, Operational Finance Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Set up, lead, oversee and implement procedures to insure client contractual...

Financial Accountant

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 3 days ago

Responsibilities Responsible for month-end close tasks including preparation and posting of journal entries, accruals and review of general ledger activity associated with G&A for reasonableness....

Senior Accountant

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 3 days ago

Assist the Accounting Manager/Supervisor to provide timely and accurate financial results/analysis and serve as point of contact for respective Business Unit. Ensure transactions are recorded in...

Staff Accountant - Part-Time Role

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from Friendswood, TX)
  • 4 days ago

(25-30 hours a week) Westchase District Staff Accountant Duties: Journal Entries Reconciliations Input Lease information Maintain communication with assigned branch Assist with Audit Manage Accounts...

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Friendswood, TX

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Friendswood, TX 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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