Accountant Jobs in Leesburg, 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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Accountant II

  • Clarksburg, MD (22 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Clarksburg, MD (22 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities: Prepare and record journal entries. Perform account reconciliations....

Accountant I

  • Fairfax, VA (14 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Fairfax, VA (14 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Advises on necessary journal entries to record bank activities....

Accountant I

  • Fairfax, VA (21 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Fairfax, VA (21 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 4 days ago

Advises on necessary journal entries to record bank activities....

Senior Accountant Consultant (Remote)

  • Reston, VA (15 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Reston, VA (15 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 4 days ago

Review and post journal entries and supporting documentation prepared by team members. Prepare and reconcile formal account reconciliations for month-end close....

Remote Work

Senior Accountant

  • Dulles, VA (23 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Dulles, VA (23 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 4 days ago

Salary: $75,000 - $90,000 Senior Accountant Offering: Competitive salary + performance-based bonuses. Hybrid work flexibility (on-site presence required weekly)....

(Cyber Operations Support/Accountant) Intel Ops Support Adv (TS

  • Chantilly, VA (14 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Chantilly, VA (14 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 4 days ago

Cyber Operations Support/Accountant) Intel Ops Support Adv (TS/ GCI, Inc Today Top Secret/SCI Unspecified Unspecified Business - Support Chantilly, VA (ON-SITE/OFFICE) GCI embodies excellence, integrity...

Senior Accountant

  • Reston, VA (15 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Reston, VA (15 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 4 days ago

Responsibilities: Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements Lead monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal...

Sr Accountant

  • West McLean, VA (21 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 4 days ago
  • West McLean, VA (21 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 4 days ago

Prepare month-end close entries for Shared Service activities including accruals and inter-company journal entries....

Senior Accountant

  • Tysons Corner, VA (21 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Tysons Corner, VA (21 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 4 days ago

Position Overview Reporting to the Accounting Manager, the Senior General Ledger Accountant's primary job responsibilities will include: Prepare recurring and standard non-recurring journal entries...

Staff Accountant

  • Fairfax, VA (14 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Fairfax, VA (14 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 5 days ago

Assist with monthly bank reconciliations Support month-end close activities, including balance sheet analysis and preparation of journal entries Review semi-monthly labor entries in Deltek Costpoint...

Senior GL Accountant

  • Tysons, VA (21 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Tysons, VA (21 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 10 days ago

Key Responsibilities: Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting documentation....

Staff Accountant - Leesburg, VA

  • Leesburg, VA
  • 10 days ago
  • Leesburg, VA
  • 10 days ago

Job Title: Staff Accountant Location: Leesburg, Virginia Pay Range: $45/HR W2 What's the Job? Prepare and record journal entries for monthly, quarterly, and year-end close....

Senior Audit Accountant, Technology

  • Herndon, VA (12 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Herndon, VA (12 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 11 days ago

audits under Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS), Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB), American Institute of Certified Public Accountants...

Accountant

  • Leesburg, VA
  • 11 days ago
  • Leesburg, VA
  • 11 days ago

Our client, a leading medical device company, is seeking an Accountant to join their team....

Project Accountant

  • Herndon, VA (12 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Herndon, VA (12 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 12 days ago

Please review the job details below. Maxar Intelligence is a provider of secure, precise, geospatial intelligence. We deliver disruptive value to government and commercial customers to help them...

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Leesburg, VA

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Leesburg, 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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