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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Enterprise Accounting, Senior Accountant - Intercompany

  • Chantilly, VA (11 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Chantilly, VA (11 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 9 hours ago

**Minimum Requirements:** + Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance. + Five (5) years of accounting experience. + US Citizenship is required to apply. + CPA or CPA candidate preferred....

Senior Accountant

  • Tysons, VA (15 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Tysons, VA (15 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 17 hours ago

Education and/or Experience Bachelors degree in accounting/finance. Minimum of 2 years experience....

Plant Accountant

  • Clarksburg, MD (18 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Clarksburg, MD (18 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 23 hours ago

Line of Business: Cement & White Cement Plant Accountant About Us Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials....

FEMA Disaster Management Accountant

  • Gaithersburg, MD (17 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (17 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 1 day ago

**Preferred Qualifications:** Certification such as CPA (Certified Public Accountant), CFE (Certified Fraud Examiner), or CFF (Certified in Financial Forensics)....

Budget Analyst

  • Chantilly, VA (11 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chantilly, VA (11 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities Noblis ESI is seeking a Budget Analyst to work with our clients in supporting our customer in Chantilly VA. Job Responsibilities: The Budget Analyst will provide critical...

Staff Accountant

  • Sterling, VA (4 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Sterling, VA (4 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Prepare and file month-end journal entries to support monthly close process. Perform monthly P&L analysis for each contract assigned to this position....

Senior GL Accountant

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

Prepare monthly journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations to support timely and accurate financial reporting....

Revenue Analyst

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

At Crescent Hotels & Resorts, we are a team of hospitality professionals that are deeply connected to & proud of the exceptional experiences we provide for our guests. More than that, we know our...

Property Accountant - Multi-Family Property Management

  • Gaithersburg, MD (17 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (17 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Property Accountant - Multi-Family Property Management OVERVIEW The Property Accountant is responsible for maintaining the financial records for a large portfolio of multi-family properties within Pratum...

Senior Property Accountant - Multi-Family Property Management

  • Gaithersburg, MD (17 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (17 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Senior Property Accountant - Multi-Family Property Management OVERVIEW The Senior Property Accountant is responsible for maintaining the financial records for a large portfolio of multi-family properties...

Senior Staff Accountant

  • Sterling, VA (4 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Sterling, VA (4 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Overview The Senior Staff Accountant plays a key role within the corporate accounting team of a dynamic and fast-paced moving and logistics company....

Corporate Accountant

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

Key Responsibilities: Corporate Accounting & Reporting Prepare and post journal entries for recurring expenses & revenue items, accruals, intercompany transactions, and treasury-related entries....

Staff Accountant - Hybrid Work Setting

  • North Bethesda, MD (19 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • North Bethesda, MD (19 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Experience posting journal entries. A solid understanding of debits and credits. Strong research and writing skills. Must have proficiency in MS Excel....

Staff Accountant

  • Laytonsville, MD (22 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Laytonsville, MD (22 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 3 days ago

Duties and Responsibilities: - Prepare journal entries and assist in the monthly reconciliation and monitoring of assigned balance sheet. - Support fixed asset accounting by tracking and reconciling...

Enterprise Accounting, Senior Accountant - Payroll

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

Perform month/quarter/annual close activities which may include analyzing payroll accounts, performing calculations, preparing journal entries, performing account reconciliation, preparing reports and...

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Ashburn, VA

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Ashburn, VA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
54.6%
Master's Degree
28.2%
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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