Accountant Jobs in Arlington, VA

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 Accountant – Medical Practice

  • Potomac, MD (12 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Potomac, MD (12 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Key Responsibilities Manage the full accounting cycle, including accounts payable, payroll, journal entries, reconciliations, and month/quarter/year-end closings....

Budget Analyst

  • Fort Belvoir, VA (12 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • moments ago
  • Fort Belvoir, VA (12 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • moments ago

Budget Analyst Department of Defense Defense Contract Audit Agency DCAA - HEADQUARTERS Summary Reemployed annuitant: This vacancy does not meet the criteria for appointment of annuitants. Summary...

WGL - Sr Fixed Asset Accountant

  • Washington, DC (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 18 hours ago

Position Summary Tasks and Responsibilities Executes analyses for the monthly and quarterly close cycles for internal and external reporting financials. Represents the department to management,...

Senior Accountant, Corporate Accounting

  • McLean, VA (4 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • McLean, VA (4 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 18 hours ago

Appian is seeking a Senior Accountant to be a key member of our corporate accounting team, responsible for executing our close process with high precision and accuracy....

Senior Payroll Accountant Analyst

  • McLean, VA (4 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 23 hours ago
  • McLean, VA (4 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 23 hours ago

Qualifications Bachelor degree in Accounting, Finance, or relevant field Minimum 3+ years of experience in payroll, data analytics....

Property Accountant

  • Rockville, MD (13 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rockville, MD (13 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Additionally, the Property Accountant will be responsible for all journal entry postings and vendor payments for all associated properties....

Senior Accountant , Financial Accounting & Reporting

  • Washington, DC (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 1 day ago

The Skills and Experience You Bring Bachelors degree in Accounting. At least 5 years of progressive experience in accounting, finance, or auditing....

Senior Project Accountant

  • Rockville, MD (13 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rockville, MD (13 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 1 day ago

The Senior Project Accountant works closely with the other members of the finance team to streamline financial tasks and processes....

Senior Accountant

  • Washington, DC (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Key Responsibilities Prepare, review, and reconcile general ledger accounts, journal entries, and financial statements....

Budget Analyst

  • Arlington, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 1 day ago

(CMA) (Continuing education required: 30 hours every year); (5) Certified Public Accountant (CPA) (Continuing education required: 120 hours every 3 years)....

Strategic Financial Transformation SME (CPA or CFA Required)

  • Washington, DC (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Strategic Financial Transformation SME (CPA or CFA Required) Washington, Washington, DC Consulting 4855 Agency Suitability None Yes Job Description We are seeking a highly accomplished Strategic...

Staff Accountant

  • Annandale, VA (7 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Annandale, VA (7 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 3 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the general direction of the Accounting Manager, the Staff Accountant will be responsible for a variety of high-level accounting activities for the organization....

Cash Accountant, HAP Tech

  • Washington, DC (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Washington, DC (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 3 days ago

The Cash Accountant is a key member of our FinOps team and will play a critical role in managing a cash reconciliation process and application of payments....

Staff Accountant

  • Bethesda, MD (6 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Bethesda, MD (6 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 3 days ago

About the Role Total Wine & More is seeking a Staff Accountant II, Merchandise Accounting to join our Merchandising Accounting team in our Bethesda, MD office....

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Arlington, VA

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Arlington, VA 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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