Accountant Jobs in Salt Lake Cty, 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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Controller - Multifamily Real Estate

  • Career Movement
  • Salt Lake City, UT (6 miles from Salt Lake Cty, UT)
  • 4 days ago
  • Career Movement
  • Salt Lake City, UT (6 miles from Salt Lake Cty, UT)
  • 4 days ago

We’re seeking an accomplished Controller to join our leadership team and oversee the financial operations of a rapidly growing multifamily real estate portfolio. This is a high-impact, in-office...

Client Service Accountant

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 9 hours ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 9 hours ago

Company: Marsh Description: We are seeking a talented individual to join our Captives team at Marsh as a Client Service Accountant. This role can be based in any US office location....

Embark Scholar Intern; CPA Track Multiple Locations Summer 2026

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 9 hours ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 9 hours ago

Known for being a great place to work and build a career, KPMG provides audit, tax and advisory services for organizations in todays most important industries. Our growth is driven by delivering...

Revenue Analyst

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 13 hours ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 13 hours ago

Job Type Full-time Description Budget of Utah is currently hiring for a sharp, analytical mind to fill our Revenue Analyst position. The Revenue Analyst will support the development and execution...

Accountant - Bank Accounting - Salt Lake City

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 23 hours ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 23 hours ago

degree in accounting preferred, or comparable work experience Knowledge of GAAP preferred Experience with Microsoft Office, and with Oracle EBS a plus, Self-Starter with a positive and team player...

Accountant, Sr (Finance and Records Dept.)

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 1 day ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 1 day ago

Finance employees receive, account for, monitor, and design internal controls to safeguard sacred funds (donated confidentially in obedience to God's commandments) for the Church's religious...

Senior Accountant

  • Midvale, UT (8 miles from Salt Lake Cty, UT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Midvale, UT (8 miles from Salt Lake Cty, UT)
  • 1 day ago

Description The Senior Accountant - Accounts Payable will oversee and manage all accounts payable activities, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices, compliance with policies, and supporting...

Fund Accountant

  • Draper, UT (13 miles from Salt Lake Cty, UT)
  • 3 days ago
  • Draper, UT (13 miles from Salt Lake Cty, UT)
  • 3 days ago

Prepare monthly journal entries and account reconciliations Automate the process of cash reconciliations Create and maintain a database for storing all cash transfer transactions Assist in the accounting...

Accountant I

  • Murray, UT (8 miles from Salt Lake Cty, UT)
  • 3 days ago
  • Murray, UT (8 miles from Salt Lake Cty, UT)
  • 3 days ago

Assists in the month-end close, including the preparation of journal entries and participating in month-end close review meetings. Understands and explains variances to plan in assigned areas....

Staff Accountant - 10559

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 3 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 3 days ago

degree in Accounting 3+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a fast-paced environment Deep expertise in U.S....

Staff Accountant

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 5 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 5 days ago

Staff Accountant Category:Professional Location:Salt Lake City, UT 84101 Pay:$55,000.00 Annually Posted:2 days ago Status:Open Description Staff Accountant Advance your career where precision meets...

Service Charge Accountant

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 6 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 6 days ago

What we're looking for: A part qualified or qualified CIMA, ACCA, ACA Accountant. Experience in a similar role....

Senior Accountant

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 6 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 6 days ago

Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but actively shaping it? Join The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES), a Fortune 500 company that's leading the charge in...

Accountant

  • Lehi, UT (18 miles from Salt Lake Cty, UT)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lehi, UT (18 miles from Salt Lake Cty, UT)
  • 6 days ago

We are seeking a detail-oriented Senior Accountant to assist in financial close and bookkeeping processes, as well as financial reporting....

Staff Software Engineer (Frontend) - Unified Accountant Console Staff Software Engineer (Frontend) - Unified Accountant Console

  • Draper, UT (13 miles from Salt Lake Cty, UT)
  • 7 days ago
  • Draper, UT (13 miles from Salt Lake Cty, UT)
  • 7 days ago

Accountant Channel Console team Accountant firms are the most important customer for bill.com, they bring the biggest portion of our company's revenue....

Demographic Data for Salt Lake Cty, UT

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Salt Lake Cty, UT

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Salt Lake Cty, UT 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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