Accountant Jobs in Colonial Heights, 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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Tax Accountant

  • Richmond, VA (21 miles from Colonial Heights, VA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Richmond, VA (21 miles from Colonial Heights, VA)
  • 15 hours ago

Tax Accountant Richmond, VA 1 Direct Hire Information Technology Highlights Job Number BH_1002321 Job Type Direct Hire Description Innova Solutions is immediately hiring for a Tax Accountant Position...

Senior Accountant: Government Contracts & Project Cost Accounting

  • Richmond, VA (21 miles from Colonial Heights, VA)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Richmond, VA (21 miles from Colonial Heights, VA)
  • 21 hours ago

entry accruals, allocations, intercompany entries, prepaid, fixed assets....

Fund Accountant - CLO

  • Richmond, VA (21 miles from Colonial Heights, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Richmond, VA (21 miles from Colonial Heights, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Duties & Responsibilities** This role will provide support of day-to-day operational/client service activities while effectively monitoring daily receivables, journal posting, cash reconciliation,...

Senior Accountant

  • Richmond, VA (21 miles from Colonial Heights, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Richmond, VA (21 miles from Colonial Heights, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Responsible for preparing and entering monthly and quarterly journal entries Responsible for preparing financial reporting such as internal and external monthly financial statements and annual audits...

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Accountant (Wage)

  • Richmond, VA (21 miles from Colonial Heights, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Richmond, VA (21 miles from Colonial Heights, VA)
  • 3 days ago

DJJ is currently hiring an Accountant. This position will assist Accounts payable in keying travel and expenditures, as well as processing accounts receivables as needed....

Accountant

  • Chesterfield, VA (14 miles from Colonial Heights, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Chesterfield, VA (14 miles from Colonial Heights, VA)
  • 5 days ago

Demonstrated ability to analyze financial data, and perform account reconciliations; to prepare and enter accounting journal entries, and maintain Accounts Receivable ledgers; to prepare accounting...

22170 - Accountant AP

  • Richmond, VA (21 miles from Colonial Heights, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Richmond, VA (21 miles from Colonial Heights, VA)
  • 5 days ago

Hiring Range: $49894.00 to $81077.00 Full Time or Part Time: Full_Time Additional Detail Description for Candidates: Ensure accuracy of all financial transactions posted into Cardinal. Provide...

Grant Accountant

  • Richmond, VA (21 miles from Colonial Heights, VA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Richmond, VA (21 miles from Colonial Heights, VA)
  • 6 days ago

The principles are Innovation, Spiritual Formation, Integrity, Diversity & Inclusion, and Excellence.The Grant Accountant is responsible for managing the financial administration of grants and sponsored...

Senior Accountant

  • Richmond, VA (21 miles from Colonial Heights, VA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Richmond, VA (21 miles from Colonial Heights, VA)
  • 6 days ago

Ensures accuracy and timeliness of journal entries. Responsible for assisting in the preparation of income statements, balance sheets, accounting statements and other operational reports....

Sr Accountant

  • Richmond, VA (21 miles from Colonial Heights, VA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Richmond, VA (21 miles from Colonial Heights, VA)
  • 6 days ago

Job Summary To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we're looking to add a Sr Accountant located in Henrico, VA....

Accountant (Petersburg)

  • Petersburg, VA (4 miles from Colonial Heights, VA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Petersburg, VA (4 miles from Colonial Heights, VA)
  • 7 days ago

Hiring Range: $33,397 to $69,792 Full Time or Part Time: Full Time Additional Detail PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT REAPPLY General Work Tasks: Prepares, examines, and analyzes accounting records,...

Sr Accountant

  • Henrico, VA (18 miles from Colonial Heights, VA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Henrico, VA (18 miles from Colonial Heights, VA)
  • 9 days ago

The experience were looking to add to our team: Bachelors degree in accounting, Finance or related field. 6+ years of related experience....

UZURV- Staff Accountant

  • Richmond, VA (21 miles from Colonial Heights, VA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Richmond, VA (21 miles from Colonial Heights, VA)
  • 9 days ago

As the Staff Accountant, you will be responsible for the following: Assist with monthly close, including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations Prepare and maintain lead schedules and documentation...

Senior Staff Accountant

  • Richmond, VA (21 miles from Colonial Heights, VA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Richmond, VA (21 miles from Colonial Heights, VA)
  • 10 days ago

CCV is seeking a full-time Senior Staff Accountant to support the Club's financial reporting and day-to-day accounting functions....

Project Accountant

  • Richmond, VA (21 miles from Colonial Heights, VA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Richmond, VA (21 miles from Colonial Heights, VA)
  • 11 days ago

Job Description We are currently seeking an experienced Project Accountant to join our Richmond, VA office location....

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Colonial Heights, VA

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Colonial Heights, 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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