Accountant Jobs in Community, 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 Project Accountant

  • Rockville, MD (22 miles from Community, VA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Rockville, MD (22 miles from Community, VA)
  • 14 hours ago

Support the month-end close process, including journal entries, reconciliations related to job cost and revenue, and other financial areas as assigned....

Staff Accountant

  • Reston, VA (19 miles from Community, VA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Reston, VA (19 miles from Community, VA)
  • 14 hours ago

Staff Accountant Recruiter Stanley Martin Homes Location Reston, Virginia, United States Salary USD 5,000.00 Posted 13 Aug 2025 Closes 12 Sep 2025 Ref 8028 Job role Accountant Sector Accounting - Public...

Senior Accountant

  • McLean, VA (12 miles from Community, VA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • McLean, VA (12 miles from Community, VA)
  • 15 hours ago

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accountant with government contract experience to join our team at the McLean Corporate Office....

Staff Accountant Accounts Receivable

  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Community, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Community, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Staff Accountant - Accounts Receivable Type: Contract-to-Hire (initially 3 months, with potential extension) Location: NW DC Compensation: Depending on experience Hourly Rate: $22 - $28 Benefits Information...

Federal Financial Closing Accountant (Top Secret SCI w/CI Poly required)

  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Community, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Community, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Michael's is seeking candidate for a Federal Financial Closing Accountant position to support an Intelligence Community (IC) client....

Staff Accountant GDI Americas

  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Community, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Community, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Job Description The Staff Accountant will support a growing Finance and Operations team at an efficient and high-performing international organization....

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Senior Revenue Accountant (On-Site)

  • Centreville, VA (21 miles from Community, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Centreville, VA (21 miles from Community, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Execute period-end close activities, including system closes, journal entries, reconciliations, balance sheet and profit and loss flux analyses, and presentations to management....

Junior Staff Accountant

  • Reston, VA (19 miles from Community, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Reston, VA (19 miles from Community, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Post journal entries to the general ledger and support the monthly close process. Assist with financial reporting, audits, and banking transactions such as wires and deposits....

Accountant

  • Adelphi, MD (18 miles from Community, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Adelphi, MD (18 miles from Community, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Job Ref: 10023462 Location: Adelphi, MD Category: Finance and Accounting Type: Full time Accountant Office of Student Accounts Exempt, Regular, Full-time, Pay Grade 1.2 Location: Adelphi, MD University...

Senior Accountant, General Ledger

  • Fairfax, VA (21 miles from Community, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fairfax, VA (21 miles from Community, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Lead and support monthly and year-end close processes, including preparation of journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations....

Junior Forensic Accountant

  • Arlington, VA (8 miles from Community, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Arlington, VA (8 miles from Community, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Firebird AST is seeking an onsite Junior Forensic Accountant to support the Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) Financial Crimes Unit (FCU) in Arlington, VA....

Enterprise Accounting, Senior Accountant - Intercompany

  • Herndon, VA (22 miles from Community, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Herndon, VA (22 miles from Community, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Minimum Requirements: Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance. Five (5) years of multi-national and/or intercompany accounting experience. US Citizenship is required to apply....

Accountant

  • Reston, VA (19 miles from Community, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Reston, VA (19 miles from Community, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Posts daily sales and records journal entries....

Cash Accountant

  • Reston, VA (19 miles from Community, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Reston, VA (19 miles from Community, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Responsibilities Prepare and post daily journal entries to record cash activity Reconcile positive pay information between bank and company records Process and reconcile cash receipts Maintain check...

Payroll Accountant

  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Community, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Community, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Payroll Accountant - Washington, DC Beacon Hill Financial has partnered with a client in Washington, DC in their search for a Payroll Accountant to join their team....

Demographic Data for Community, VA

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Community, VA

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Community, 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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