Accountant Jobs in Houston, 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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Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)

Forensic Accountant

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...

Must possess active unrestricted credential: EA (Enrolled Agent), CPA (Certified Public Accountant), or Practicing Attorney Minimum of 2 seasons of personal Tax Preparation experience, with a minimum...

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Accountant

  • Houston, TX
  • 5 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 5 hours ago

Duties include preparing journal entries, coding invoices/vouchers, reconciling the balance sheet, and analyzing variances. Maintain fixed asset and depreciation records....

Accountant

  • Houston, TX
  • 16 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 16 hours ago

A client in Houston has 1 opening for a skilled Accountant to join their team....

Adjunct Faculty, Accounting-Non-Certified Public Accountant

  • Houston, TX
  • 20 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 20 hours ago

Adjunct Faculty, Accounting-Non-Certified Public Accountant Location: LSC-Montgomery Regular/Temporary: Regular Full/Part Time: Part-Time Job ID: 42621 Commitment to Mission This job carries with it...

Family Office Accountant

  • Houston, TX
  • 23 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 23 hours ago

Key Responsibilities of the Family Office Accountant: Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close Manage the general ledger with accuracy...

Senior Tax Accountant

  • Houston, TX
  • 23 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 23 hours ago

SENIOR TAX ACCOUNTANT Location: Houston, TX JOB DESCRIPTION: Senior Tax Accountant Salary: $90,000 - $110,000, depending on experience Why This Opportunity Stands Out: Work for a well-established public...

Property Accountant

  • Houston, TX
  • 23 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 23 hours ago

Overview of the Accountant role: Responsibilities include tenant billing and invoicing, journal entries, preparing financial reports, variance analysis, and reconciliations....

Staff Accountant

  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago

Staff Accountant Job Details Job Location Rocrich - HOUSTON, TX Position Type Full Time Job Category Accounting Description Job Summary The Staff Accountant will be responsible for managing and overseeing...

Construction Project Accountant

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

CONSTRUCTION PROJECT ACCOUNTANT | CONSTRUCTION ACCOUNTANT | STAFF ACCOUNTANT | ACCOUNTING DEGREE | TRIMBLE VISTA | QUICKBOOKS | COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION | ACCOUNTS PAYABLE | JOB COSTING | VENDOR MANAGEMENT...

Staff Accountant

  • League City, TX (24 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • League City, TX (24 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 1 day ago

and fund transfers from the school to the church Preparing monthly financial reports for ministries and school divisions Managing and preparing financial reports for each project or event Reviewing journal...

Joint Venture Accountant

  • Houston, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 2 days ago

Requirements: Bachelors degree in accounting 2 years' experience in public accounting and/or commercial real estate accounting Property accounting and analysis experience a plus Advance Microsoft Word...

Financial Reporting, Senior Accountant

  • League City, TX (24 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • League City, TX (24 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 2 days ago

We are hiring a full-time on-site Financial Reporting Senior Accountant at the following home office campus: League City, Texas....

Accountant II

  • Houston, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 2 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...

Accountant Payable Expense Analyst

  • Houston, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 2 days ago

Our associates celebrate lives. We celebrate our associates. Consider the possibilities of joining a Great Place to Work! Responsible for auditing reimbursable employee expenses to ensure...

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Houston, TX

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Houston, 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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