Accountant Remote & Hybrid Only Jobs in Virginia

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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Federal Staff Accountant

  • Hitachi
  • Reston, VA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Reston, VA
  • 15 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...

Hybrid

Senior Accountant

  • Sauer Brands Inc
  • VA
  • 2 days ago
  • VA
  • 2 days ago

degree in Accounting or Finance 5+ years of progressive accounting experience (public accounting and/or industry) Strong knowledge of U.S....

Hybrid

Senior Accountant

  • Kearney & Company
  • Alexandria, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Alexandria, VA
  • 5 days ago

We’re hiring a Senior Accountant to join our team at one of the nation’s Best Places to Work!...

Remote

Tax Accountant

  • Synectics
  • Richmond, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 5 days ago

Job description We are looking for a Tax Accountant CPA to join our team! You will be responsible for preparing and analyzing financial records for our company....

Hybrid

Project Accountant

  • Adecco USA, Inc.
  • Newport News, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Newport News, VA
  • 5 days ago

Home Project Accountant $ 29.41 / Hour location_on Newport News, Virginia acute Contract/Temporary favorite_border JOB ON CANDIDATE PORTAL COPY LINK link Adecco is hiring immediately for a Project Accountant...

Hybrid

Senior Staff Accountant

  • News/Media Alliance
  • Arlington, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 5 days ago

Summary The Senior Staff Accountant is responsible for supporting the financial operations of the American Press Institute, a 501(c)(3) foundation, that supports the News/Media Alliance association,...

Hybrid

Accountant (5791) with Security Clearance

  • Three Saints Bay
  • Manassas, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Manassas, VA
  • 5 days ago

Job Description: The Senior Accountant collaborates with internal and external clients to prepare or review adjusting journal entries, prepare or review account reconciliations, research account rec...

Hybrid

Senior Accountant

  • Aston Carter
  • Mc Lean, VA
  • 7 days ago
  • Mc Lean, VA
  • 7 days ago

Essential Skills Bachelors degree in accounting. 34+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally with exposure to commercial or large corporate clients. Strong knowledge of U.S....

Hybrid

Accountant--Fixed Assets

  • General Dynamics Information Technology
  • Herndon, VA
  • 10 days ago
  • Herndon, VA
  • 10 days ago

degree in accounting, Finance or related field....

Hybrid

R&D Tax Credits Manager - Corporate Tax (CPA Required) - 114491

  • A-Line Staffing Solutions LLC
  • Arlington, VA
  • 10 days ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 10 days ago

Corporate Tax Manager - Methods, Credits & Incentives (R D Tax Credits) Hybrid (Arlington, VA | Philadelphia, PA | Pittsburgh, PA | Washington, DC) $138,000 - $172,500 per year R D Tax Credits...

Hybrid

Accountant (Remote) (Accountant 2) 28535 Poquoson, VA, USA

  • Huntington Ingalls Industries
  • Poquoson, VA
  • 11 days ago
  • Poquoson, VA
  • 11 days ago

Accountant (Remote) (Accountant 2) 28535 Requisition Number: 28535 Required Travel: 0 - 10% Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt Anticipated Salary Range: $56,001.00 - $80,000.00 Security Clearance...

Remote

Accountant

  • Northrop Grumman
  • Falls Church, VA
  • 11 days ago
  • Falls Church, VA
  • 11 days ago

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Prepare and review journal entries, potentially including accruals, intercompany, or international accounting transactions....

Remote

Senior Accountant Government Contracting

  • THTBC
  • Falls Church, VA
  • 12 days ago
  • Falls Church, VA
  • 12 days ago

Collaborate with project accountants, billing specialists, and financial analysts to validate transaction accuracy and completeness....

Hybrid

Senior Accountant

  • US Fertility
  • Fairfax, VA
  • 13 days ago
  • Fairfax, VA
  • 13 days ago

Qualifications and Skills Include: Bachelors Degree in Accounting or Finance 3 to 5 years' experience in accounting and finance Healthcare experience preferred CPA preferred More important than any...

Hybrid

Cost Accountant CDR

  • ThermoFisher Scientific
  • VA
  • 14 days ago
  • VA
  • 14 days ago

, and any ad hoc journal entries as needed....

Remote

Demographic Data for Virginia

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Virginia

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Virginia 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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