Accountant Jobs in Ashburn, 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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Project Accountant

Highly valued, thriving construction client is seeking a Project Accountant to manage the accounts of various construction projects by monitoring detailed budgets, overseeing supplier and subcontractor...

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Accountant II (Opbi) - 60060435

  • State of Florida
  • Chantilly, VA (11 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Chantilly, VA (11 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 1 hour ago

A minimum of one year (12 months) of accounting experience ACCOUNTANT I This is a professional position within the Benefit Recovery Program....

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Senior Accountant, Indirect Tax

  • LGC Group
  • Gaithersburg, MD (13 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (13 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 2 hours ago

Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; Masters in Taxation is a plus....

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Supervisory Accountant (Staff)

  • Organization of the Joint Chiefs of Staff
  • Arlington, VA (23 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Arlington, VA (23 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 15 hours ago

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Senior Accountant, Remote

  • Aledade
  • Bethesda, MD (21 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Bethesda, MD (21 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 21 hours ago

Prepare month-end reporting workbooks related to practice portion expense, including related journal entries and reconciliations....

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Federal Staff Accountant

  • Hitachi
  • Reston, VA (9 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Reston, VA (9 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 22 hours ago

with special projects and reporting initiatives QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelors degree in accounting or finance required 13 years of accounting experience preferred Understanding of general accounting principles...

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Accountant II

  • Saul Centers
  • Bethesda, MD (21 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bethesda, MD (21 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Job Requirements (Skills/Abilities) of the Accountant II: Four-year degree in Accounting or Finance. CPA preferred. 2-5 years training as an Accountant, real estate experience preferred....

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Full Time Accountant

  • Harris Teeter
  • Gainesville, VA (17 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Gainesville, VA (17 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 1 day ago

This is a full time position. Primary responsibility is to Take Excellent Care Of Our Customers by satisfying each customer's needs, exceeding their expectations, and making every shopping visit a...

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Project Control Accountant

  • Kforce
  • McLean, VA (19 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • McLean, VA (19 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Overview:We are seeking an experienced Project Control Accountant to join a fast paced government contracting environment....

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Senior Accountant

  • TalentBurst
  • Arlington, VA (23 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (23 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 2 days ago

This includes journal entry preparation, account analysis, financial statement preparation, department variance analysis and corporate reporting Assist accounting manager in supervising and prioritizing...

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Federal Systems Accountant

  • CGI Technologies and Solutions, Inc.
  • Arlington, VA (23 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (23 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 2 days ago

CGI Federal is seeking a Federal Systems Accountant / Accounting SME. The Federal Systems Accountant will join the team to assist with a variety of initiatives and tasks related to federal USSGL....

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Senior Accountant

  • Lawelawe
  • Chantilly, VA (11 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chantilly, VA (11 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Education and Experience Bachelors degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field from an accredited University or College; Masters degree is a plus. 5-7 years of accounting experience, with at least...

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Payroll Accountant

  • USO
  • Arlington, VA (23 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (23 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Job Specifications Bachelors degree in Accounting or related field required. CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) a plus. 3-5 years of payroll experience is required....

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Assistant Project Accountant

  • Davis Construction
  • Rockville, MD (18 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Rockville, MD (18 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 2 days ago

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS : Bachelors degree in Accounting or related field, or equivalent years of relevant experience O ne (1) year of Accounting experience preferred Construction industry and / or Cost...

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Project Accountant

  • Davis Construction
  • Rockville, MD (18 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Rockville, MD (18 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 2 days ago

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelors degree in Accounting or related field, or equivalent years of relevant experience Tw o (2) to four (4) years of Accounting experience Public accounting experience preferred...

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Ashburn, VA 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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