Accountant Jobs in Texas

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...

Project Accountant

  • Arlington, TX
  • 7 days ago
  • Arlington, TX
  • 7 days ago

Project Accountant Job Summary: The Project Accountant will be responsible for all accounting duties related to specific jobs or projects assigned to them....

Accountant II

As an integral part of our accounting department, you will be responsible for a variety of financial tasks including journal entries, financial statements, balance sheets, and more....

Accountant

  • Houston, TX
  • 12 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 12 days 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....

Municipal Court Accountant

  • San Antonio, TX
  • moments ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • moments ago

. - 5:00 p.m., Monday - Friday Essential Job Functions Prepares forecast data, journal entries, adjustments, and schedule....

Staff Accountant

  • Irving, TX
  • 1 hour ago
  • Irving, TX
  • 1 hour ago

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

In-House Accountant

  • Houston, TX
  • 2 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 2 hours ago

Candidate should have a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting and Financial Management or its foreign equivalent and twenty-four months of experience in the job offered or related field of Accounting...

Assistant Accountant

  • Lockhart, TX
  • 2 hours ago
  • Lockhart, TX
  • 2 hours ago

FLSA: Exempt DESCRIPTION:This accounting position assists the Fiscal Officer in directing the financial affairs of the Caldwell, Comal, and Hays Counties CSCD. Responsibilities include the...

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

Accountant II - 30576

  • Houston, TX
  • 3 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 3 hours ago

The position performs multiple accounting functions for multiple regions (Northeast (NE)/Midwest(MW)) in the Northern Area, including but not limited to AR Collections, billing audits and other...

Senior Technical Accountant

  • Ft Worth, TX
  • 4 hours ago
  • Ft Worth, TX
  • 4 hours ago

Senior Accountant - Technical Accounting Ft Worth - Hybrid, 3 Days Onsite - open to less One of Vaco's legacy clients is looking to onboard a Senior Accountant ASAP in the technical accounting....

Senior Accountant- Dallas - STAFF007399

  • Dallas, TX
  • 15 hours ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 15 hours 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 VI - Laundry, Food, and Supply

  • Huntsville, TX
  • 15 hours ago
  • Huntsville, TX
  • 15 hours ago

PDate ...85 Location of vacancy: Laundry, Food and Supply/Huntsville - This website contains only partial information regarding this job posting and application procedures. - For complete...

ACCOUNTANT II - Texas Correctional Industries

  • Huntsville, TX
  • 15 hours ago
  • Huntsville, TX
  • 15 hours ago

PDate ...18 Location of vacancy: Estelle Unit/Huntsville - This website contains only partial information regarding this job posting and application procedures. - For complete information...

Part Time Accountant

  • Houston, TX
  • 19 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 19 hours ago

The role includes using accounting software, handling journal entries, and ensuring accurate financial reporting....

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Texas

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireAccounting research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Texas 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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