Accountant Jobs in Lake Dallas, 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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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...

Senior Accountant

  • Grand Prairie, TX (23 miles from Lake Dallas, TX)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Grand Prairie, TX (23 miles from Lake Dallas, TX)
  • 7 hours ago

Accountant is responsible for maintaining the general ledger, managing accounts payable processes, supporting monthly and annual closes, and assisting with the management of federal and state grants...

Senior Accountant

  • Westlake, TX (14 miles from Lake Dallas, TX)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Westlake, TX (14 miles from Lake Dallas, TX)
  • 7 hours ago

Position Responsibilities: Responsible for the preparation, to include adequate supporting documentation, and review of General Ledger Journal entries during the month-end close....

Staff Accountant

  • Grand Prairie, TX (23 miles from Lake Dallas, TX)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Grand Prairie, TX (23 miles from Lake Dallas, TX)
  • 8 hours ago

Job Description: This company is looking to add a Staff Accountant to their team with the intent of grooming and training them to eventually take over the firm....

Staff Accountant

  • McKinney, TX (24 miles from Lake Dallas, TX)
  • 8 hours ago
  • McKinney, TX (24 miles from Lake Dallas, TX)
  • 8 hours ago

Job Description: This company is looking to add a Staff Accountant to their team with the intent of grooming and training them to eventually take over the firm....

Staff Accountant

  • Richardson, TX (18 miles from Lake Dallas, TX)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Richardson, TX (18 miles from Lake Dallas, TX)
  • 8 hours ago

Job Description: This company is looking to add a Staff Accountant to their team with the intent of grooming and training them to eventually take over the firm....

Corporate Accountant

  • Irving, TX (21 miles from Lake Dallas, TX)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Irving, TX (21 miles from Lake Dallas, TX)
  • 12 hours ago

As a skilled and experienced accountant in the FleetPride (the Company) accounting organization, the Senior Corporate Accountant will be responsible for key corporate accounting areas (e.g., fixed assets...

Senior Accountant

  • Plano, TX (16 miles from Lake Dallas, TX)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Plano, TX (16 miles from Lake Dallas, TX)
  • 13 hours ago

The Senior Accountant is responsible for the overall accounting cycle and interaction with key internal/external partners. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following....

Accountant III

  • Addison, TX (14 miles from Lake Dallas, TX)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Addison, TX (14 miles from Lake Dallas, TX)
  • 19 hours ago

The Accountant III, Accounting Services, is responsible for the performance of transactional and operational accounting duties for the assigned entities and functional areas....

Senior Accountant, L&S Mechanical

  • Richardson, TX (18 miles from Lake Dallas, TX)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Richardson, TX (18 miles from Lake Dallas, TX)
  • 19 hours ago

Qualifications Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Finance, or other quantitative discipline. CPA license a plus but not required. 3-5 years experience working with GAAP Accounting....

Fixed Asset Accountant (Hybrid)

  • Richardson, TX (21 miles from Lake Dallas, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Richardson, TX (21 miles from Lake Dallas, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Additional accounting responsibilities will include journal entry preparation, creating assets under construction, account reconciliations, and audit support....

Inventory Accountant & Analysis

  • Grand Prairie, TX (23 miles from Lake Dallas, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Grand Prairie, TX (23 miles from Lake Dallas, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Ability to prepare and review monthly inventory-related journal entries, accruals, and adjustments. Strong knowledge of financial reporting, cost accounting, and operational finance....

Cost Accountant

  • Addison, TX (14 miles from Lake Dallas, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Addison, TX (14 miles from Lake Dallas, TX)
  • 2 days ago

and finished goods Generate and analyze detailed cost reports, forecasts, and budgets to support business planning Prepare and interpret complex journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations...

Contract Senior Accountant

  • Irving, TX (21 miles from Lake Dallas, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Irving, TX (21 miles from Lake Dallas, TX)
  • 3 days ago

Key Responsibilities: Prepare and review accurate financial statements and reports for multi locations Oversee AP/AR, reconciliations, journal entries, and general ledger maintenance Analyze financial...

Staff Accountant

  • Frisco, TX (10 miles from Lake Dallas, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Frisco, TX (10 miles from Lake Dallas, TX)
  • 3 days ago

Keys: Degree preferred, but will consider relevant experience Blend of general ledger and transactional functions Full cycle AP processing including coding Journal Entries Scanning check deposits Sales...

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Lake Dallas, TX

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Lake Dallas, 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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