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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Staff Accountant

  • Highgate Hotels Corporate Office TX
  • Irving, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • Irving, TX
  • 6 days ago

and corporate offices worldwide, Highgate is a trusted partner for top ownership groups and major hotel brands. www.highgate.com Location: Highgate Corporate Offices Irving, TX Overview: The Staff Accountant...

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Senior Accountant

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

degree in Accounting 3-6 years of relevant accounting experience, strongly prefer public accounting experience....

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Staff Accountant

  • Waste Connections
  • Iowa Park, TX
  • 9 days ago
  • Iowa Park, TX
  • 9 days ago

Requirements: Bachelors Degree in Accounting, required The ability to relocate to other facilities of ours within the next 18-24 months is preferred....

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Senior Accountant, Operations Accounting

  • Cheniere Energy
  • Houston, TX
  • 3 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 3 hours ago

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Education: Bachelors degree in accounting is required. Active CPA certification, or currently actively working towards CPA certification, is highly preferred....

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Sr Exploration & Production (E&P) Accountant

  • Murphy Oil
  • Houston, TX
  • 4 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 4 hours ago

Responsibilities Preparing monthly journal entries to accrue lease operating expenses Analyzing actual lease operating expenses compared to forecast, budget, prior period Partnering with business teams...

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Project Accountant

  • PBK
  • Houston, TX
  • 4 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 4 hours ago

As a Project Accountant, you will be a key contributor to the financial accuracy and operational efficiency of our projects....

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Accountant IV - Austin Financial Services

  • City of Austin
  • Austin, TX
  • 4 hours ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 4 hours ago

Notes to Candidate: Position Overview: The general purpose of the Accountant IV position within the Enterprise section of Accounting and Reporting is to maintain general ledger information and review...

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Senior Accountant

  • Raba Kistner Inc.
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 5 hours ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 5 hours ago

The Senior Accountant will be responsible for accurate and timely reporting for assigned profit centers, including month-end close, journal entry preparation, account reconciliations, financial statement...

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Senior Accountant

  • Halliburton
  • Houston, TX
  • 7 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 7 hours ago

degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field Minimum of three (3) years of accounting experience Strong understanding of US GAAP or applicable accounting standards Experience with SAP ECC and/or...

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Accountant - Commissioned Agent

  • Energy Transfer Partners, L.P.
  • Dallas, TX
  • 7 hours ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 7 hours ago

with the selected job level: o The Associate Accountant/Analyst level requires a bachelors degree and 0-2 years of relevant job-related experience o The Accountant/Analyst level requires a bachelors...

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Staff Accountant

  • Randstad
  • Grapevine, TX
  • 7 hours ago
  • Grapevine, TX
  • 7 hours ago

We are seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to manage day-to-day financial operations and month-end reporting for a diverse portfolio of entities, including land development partnerships and operating...

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Purchase & Inventory Accountant

  • OsteoCentric Technologies, Inc.
  • Austin, TX
  • 12 hours ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 12 hours ago

Must have bachelors degree in accounting plus 1 year in-job experience....

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Staff Accountant, Hybrid

  • LHH US Careers
  • Coppell, TX
  • 13 hours ago
  • Coppell, TX
  • 13 hours ago

-Responsible for performing journal entries, adjustments and reclasses - Assist in the preparation of balance sheet, profit and loss statement, and other reports to summarize current and projected company...

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Staff Accountant

  • FTS, Inc.
  • Dallas, TX
  • 13 hours ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 13 hours ago

Key Responsibilities Maintain the general ledger, including preparing and posting journal entries to ensure accurate cost allocation by community, phase, lot, and home Reconcile bank accounts, escrow...

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Accountant Bookkeeper

  • Private Client
  • Beaumont, TX
  • 13 hours ago
  • Beaumont, TX
  • 13 hours ago

We have a very well established client looking for an experienced and highly motivated In-House Accountant to join their team, as an essential member of their finance department, you will play a key...

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Texas

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Texas offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
54.6%
Master's Degree
28.3%
Associate's Degree
6.8%
High School or GED
4.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.8%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.2%


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