Accountant Jobs in Riverton, UT

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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Senior Tax Accountant ( Hybrid / Remote )

  • Hire Agency
  • Draper, UT (5 miles from Riverton, UT)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hire Agency
  • Draper, UT (5 miles from Riverton, UT)
  • 4 days ago

Senior Tax Accountant II Location: Remote, Hybrid, or Onsite (Draper or Lindon, UT) Job Type: Full-time....

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Accountant,Sr

  • The Church of Jesus Christ Latter-Day Saints
  • Salt Lake City, UT (11 miles from Riverton, UT)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (11 miles from Riverton, UT)
  • 1 hour ago

Hiring Timeline: Job Posted: June 2 - June 14 (subject to change) Spark Hire Interviews Sent: June 15 Spark Hire Interviews Due: June 17 In-person Interviews: June 23 - June 30 Final Interview:...

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Accountant III - Treasury Services

  • Utah Valley University
  • Orem, UT (17 miles from Riverton, UT)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Orem, UT (17 miles from Riverton, UT)
  • 2 hours ago

Prepare and post monthly journal entries for non-automated transactions and maintain supporting documentation....

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Revenue Analyst Trainee

  • Budget
  • Salt Lake City, UT (11 miles from Riverton, UT)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (11 miles from Riverton, UT)
  • 6 hours ago

Job Type Full-time Description We are seeking a detail-oriented, self-driven Revenue Analyst Trainee to support day-to-day pricing and availability operations. The Revenue Analyst Trainee will...

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Associate Project Accountant - Temp to Hire

  • Southland Industries
  • Eagle Mountain, UT (7 miles from Riverton, UT)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Eagle Mountain, UT (7 miles from Riverton, UT)
  • 16 hours ago

Position Summary The Associate Project Accountant is assigned to a smaller construction project(s) and partners with the Project Management team to assure timely and accurate accounting and risk management...

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Senior Accountant

  • Pura
  • Pleasant Grove, UT (14 miles from Riverton, UT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pleasant Grove, UT (14 miles from Riverton, UT)
  • 1 day ago

Your Role at Pura The Senior Accountant sits at the heart of Pura's monthly close....

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Senior Accountant

  • Cricut
  • South Jordan, UT (5 miles from Riverton, UT)
  • 1 day ago
  • South Jordan, UT (5 miles from Riverton, UT)
  • 1 day ago

Degree in Accounting or related field required 2-4+ years of accounting experience; Public accounting experience is strongly preferred CPA preferred Demonstrated ability to work independently, proactively...

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Staff Accountant

  • PT&C Group LLC
  • Holladay, UT (14 miles from Riverton, UT)
  • 3 days ago
  • Holladay, UT (14 miles from Riverton, UT)
  • 3 days ago

What you will do: Prepare standard journal entries and assist with month-end close tasks for assigned areas Perform account reconciliations with guidance from senior team members Support financial statement...

Hybrid

Staff Accountant / Bookkeeper

  • PT&C Group LLC
  • Holladay, UT (14 miles from Riverton, UT)
  • 4 days ago
  • Holladay, UT (14 miles from Riverton, UT)
  • 4 days ago

As a Staff Accountant / Bookkeeper you will perform bookkeeping services for a variety of individual and business clients in a variety of industries....

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Senior Accountant

  • Carrington
  • Salt Lake City, UT (11 miles from Riverton, UT)
  • 4 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (11 miles from Riverton, UT)
  • 4 days ago

, ledger reconciliation, preparation of data for journal entries, and financial statements....

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Senior Revenue Accountant

  • Gong.io Inc.
  • Salt Lake City, UT (11 miles from Riverton, UT)
  • 5 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (11 miles from Riverton, UT)
  • 5 days ago

Experience preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, revenue schedules, commission calculations, and month-end close deliverables....

Remote

Associate Revenue Accountant - Hybrid, Salt Lake City

  • Instructure
  • Salt Lake City, UT (11 miles from Riverton, UT)
  • 6 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (11 miles from Riverton, UT)
  • 6 days ago

Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting documentation for revenue-related transactions....

Hybrid

Senior Income Tax Accountant

  • Fujifilm
  • Salt Lake City, UT (11 miles from Riverton, UT)
  • 6 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (11 miles from Riverton, UT)
  • 6 days ago

Position Overview This position is responsible for the preparation and filing of various quarterly and annual corporate income tax returns/reports. In addition, this position is responsible for...

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Accountant I

  • ICONMA, LLC
  • Lehi, UT (7 miles from Riverton, UT)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lehi, UT (7 miles from Riverton, UT)
  • 6 days ago

Accountant I#26-17827 $27.98-$41.70 per hour Lehi, UT Onsite Job Description Our Client, a Financial company, is looking for an Accountant I for their Lehi, UT location....

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Property Accountant - Property Management

  • BG Staffing Inc
  • Cottonwood Heights, UT (16 miles from Riverton, UT)
  • 7 days ago
  • Cottonwood Heights, UT (16 miles from Riverton, UT)
  • 7 days ago

Property Accountant - Contract to Hire Take the next step in your accounting career supporting multifamily and property management operations....

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Riverton, UT

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Riverton, UT 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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