Accountant Jobs in Lakewood, 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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Accountant - Services

  • Olympia, WA (24 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Olympia, WA (24 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 7 hours ago

This includes journal entry preparation and review, AP/AR Transactions, financial modeling and reporting, reconciliation preparation and review, lender compliance, and other financial deliverables and...

Forensic Accountant

  • Seatac, WA (17 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Seatac, WA (17 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 2 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

  • Kent, WA (16 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Kent, WA (16 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 3 days ago

role: Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred....

Tax Accountant

  • Tukwila, WA (23 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Tukwila, WA (23 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 7 days ago

Prepare and post required income tax journal entries, maintain monthly income tax account roll forward, and account reconciliations....

Accountant II - SPED - 20257385

  • Lakewood, WA
  • 9 days ago
  • Lakewood, WA
  • 9 days ago

Prepares, reviews, enters and posts adjusting journal entries and reclassification entries prepared by department staff and other District staff prior to entry into the general ledger system....

Staff Accountant

  • Kent, WA (16 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Kent, WA (16 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 9 days ago

Job Overview Title: Staff Accountant Reports to: Accounting Manager Location: Kent, WA; onsite Schedule Type: Full Time/Exempt, Monday through Friday 7:30A to 4:00P Position Summary The Staff Accountant...

Property Accountant Team Lead

  • Renton, WA (20 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Renton, WA (20 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 11 days ago

Property Accountant Team Lead Company: The Boeing Company The Boeing Company is seeking a Property Accountant Team Lead in Renton, Washington....

Senior Accountant

  • Renton, WA (20 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Renton, WA (20 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 12 days ago

Manage day-to-day accounting operations for other assigned entities, including general ledger maintenance, journal entries, account reconciliations, and oversight of accounts payable activities....

Accountant Manager

  • Olympia, WA (24 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Olympia, WA (24 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 19 days ago

Our team is currently seeking an Accountant Manager to join the team, Remote, US....

Assistant Accountant - Construction

  • Tacoma, WA (3 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA (3 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 19 days ago

Job Title: Construction Assistant Accountant Job Summary: We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Construction Assistant Accountant to support our finance team in managing day-to-day accounting...

Medicare/Medicaid Staff Accountant

  • Olympia, WA (24 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Olympia, WA (24 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 20 days ago

Qualifications Bachelors Degree in Accounting or related field; Masters degree in accounting or related field preferred Experience with GAAP principles Experience with project accounting....

Senior Accountant

  • Olympia, WA (24 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Olympia, WA (24 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 23 days ago

. - Monitor intercompany transactions and ensure proper resource allocation across entities. - Collaborate with internal departments to streamline processes and enhance financial operations. - Assist...

Site Level Accountant L3

  • Olympia, WA (24 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Olympia, WA (24 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 24 days ago

transactions and business combinations....

Treasury Accountant L2

  • Olympia, WA (24 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Olympia, WA (24 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 24 days ago

**Your day at NTT DATA** The Treasury Accountant L2 will be responsible for the day-to-day cash and debt processing and accounting for all entities under NTT Global Data Centers Americas....

Accountant, Payroll

  • Federal Way, WA (11 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Federal Way, WA (11 miles from Lakewood, WA)
  • 24 days ago

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Perform general ledger functions such as journal entry preparation, on & off cycle payroll journal entries & account analysis....

Demographic Data for Lakewood, WA

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Lakewood, WA

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Lakewood, 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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