Accountant Jobs in Bainbridge Island, WA

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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Staff Accountant - Grant Billing ( Hybrid )

  • Lifelong
  • Seattle, WA (10 miles from Bainbridge Island, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lifelong
  • Seattle, WA (10 miles from Bainbridge Island, WA)
  • 1 day ago

The Staff Accountant – Grant Billing is a critical role in the Finance department....

Tax Accountant - Work from Home - 2+ Yrs Paid Tax Experience Required

  • Seattle, WA (9 miles from Bainbridge Island, WA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA (9 miles from Bainbridge Island, WA)
  • 4 hours ago

Overview Earn additional income as a remote Tax Associate - help people file with confidence! Are you an experienced tax professional looking for a flexible, remote opportunity this tax season? If...

Remote Work

Tax Accountant - Work from Home

  • Seattle, WA (9 miles from Bainbridge Island, WA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA (9 miles from Bainbridge Island, WA)
  • 11 hours ago

Overview Earn additional income as a remote Tax Associate - help people file with confidence! Are you an experienced tax professional looking for a flexible, remote opportunity this tax season? If...

Remote Work

Staff Accountant

  • Seattle, WA (9 miles from Bainbridge Island, WA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA (9 miles from Bainbridge Island, WA)
  • 7 hours ago

The Staff Accountant Grant Billing is a critical role in the Finance department....

Forensic Accountant

  • Seatac, WA (17 miles from Bainbridge Island, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Seatac, WA (17 miles from Bainbridge Island, WA)
  • 1 day ago

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS Selectees who are not FBI financial analysts or forensic accountants are required to attend a mandatory five-week Forensic Accountant Core Training Session (FACTS) held at the...

Staff Accountant

  • Bellevue, WA (15 miles from Bainbridge Island, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bellevue, WA (15 miles from Bainbridge Island, WA)
  • 1 day ago

Detailed job duties include: Provide bookkeeping services, including receipt and revenue, billing and payment, bank reconciliation and journal entries; Prepare financial statements on tax basis; Prepare...

Reinsurance Senior Accountant

  • Seattle, WA (9 miles from Bainbridge Island, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (9 miles from Bainbridge Island, WA)
  • 2 days ago

balance sheet account reconciliations for assigned areas within and researches and resolves variances on a timely basis Responsible for reinsurance billings, payments and related journal entries on...

Remote Work

Real Estate Accountant & Reporting Lead

  • Seattle, WA (9 miles from Bainbridge Island, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (9 miles from Bainbridge Island, WA)
  • 2 days ago

Qualification Basic Qualifications: Minimum of 5 years' experience in investment accounting or in FP&A Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree with a major in a quantitative field e.g., Finance,...

Senior Accountant, Order to Cash

  • Seattle, WA (9 miles from Bainbridge Island, WA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (9 miles from Bainbridge Island, WA)
  • 3 days ago

Cornerstone OnDemand is seeking a Senior Accountant to join our Order to Cash team. This role will report to the Order to Cash Accounting & Finance Manager....

Forensic Accountant

  • Seattle, WA (9 miles from Bainbridge Island, WA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (9 miles from Bainbridge Island, WA)
  • 3 days ago

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS Selectees who are not FBI financial analysts or forensic accountants are required to attend a mandatory five-week Forensic Accountant Core Training Session (FACTS) held at the...

Staff Accountant Shared Services

  • Seattle, WA (9 miles from Bainbridge Island, WA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (9 miles from Bainbridge Island, WA)
  • 3 days ago

Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting packages....

Tax CPA or EA, 5+ Years & Bookkeeping Experience

  • Kenmore, WA (15 miles from Bainbridge Island, WA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Kenmore, WA (15 miles from Bainbridge Island, WA)
  • 3 days ago

We have an opening for a full time tax preparer that has experience with both tax preparation and bookkeeping. Looking for a CPA or Enrolled Agent with 5+ years public accounting experience plus...

Sales Consultant - CPA Centric

  • Seattle, WA (9 miles from Bainbridge Island, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (9 miles from Bainbridge Island, WA)
  • 4 days ago

Collaborate with key referral sources, including Accountants, Banks, and existing Paychex clients, with the goal of education, consultation and to secure referrals to end user sales....

Accountant

  • Seattle, WA (9 miles from Bainbridge Island, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (9 miles from Bainbridge Island, WA)
  • 4 days ago

(i.e. create work-orders, projects activities numbers, process vouchers or making journal entries). 05 Describe the specific types of reconciliation tasks you have performed. Required Question...

Accountant

  • Seattle, WA (10 miles from Bainbridge Island, WA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (10 miles from Bainbridge Island, WA)
  • 5 days ago

entries, including lease accounting entries using Lease Query system....

Demographic Data for Bainbridge Island, WA

Moving to Bainbridge Island, WA? Find some basic demographic data about Bainbridge Island, WA below.


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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Bainbridge Island, WA

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Bainbridge Island, WA 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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