Accountant Jobs in Glendale, WI

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

  • Milwaukee, WI (7 miles from Glendale, WI)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (7 miles from Glendale, WI)
  • 22 hours ago

Essential Skills + General ledger management. + Month-end closing procedures. + Financial reporting and journal entry. + Cost analysis and financial statement preparation. + Experience with large ERP...

Staff Accountant Manager

  • Milwaukee, WI (7 miles from Glendale, WI)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (7 miles from Glendale, WI)
  • 22 hours ago

Essential Skills + General ledger management. + Month-end closing procedures. + Financial reporting and journal entry. + Cost analysis and financial statement preparation. + Experience with large ERP...

Senior Accountant - Capital - Airport

  • Milwaukee, WI (7 miles from Glendale, WI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (7 miles from Glendale, WI)
  • 1 day ago

Post fixed asset journal entries. Reconcile the operating and capital fixed asset accounts....

Accountant

  • Milwaukee, WI (7 miles from Glendale, WI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (7 miles from Glendale, WI)
  • 1 day ago

If youre a dynamic and driven Finance professional with an eye for detail, join Uline as an Accountant!...

Accountant

  • Brookfield, WI (9 miles from Glendale, WI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Brookfield, WI (9 miles from Glendale, WI)
  • 1 day ago

The Staff Accountant is responsiblefor preparing, analyzing and verifying financial transactions....

Project Accountant

  • Waukesha, WI (15 miles from Glendale, WI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Waukesha, WI (15 miles from Glendale, WI)
  • 1 day ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Why Work at Clarke We have met today\'s energy needswhile planning for tomorrow\'s for over 100 years. Beginning with thefirst modern generator, the Rehlko Automatic Power &...

Senior Accountant (Healthcare)

  • Brookfield, WI (9 miles from Glendale, WI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Brookfield, WI (9 miles from Glendale, WI)
  • 2 days ago

SVA is looking for a Senior Accountant to join our growing Healthcare team in our Brookfield, WI location. This is the opportunity you have been looking for!...

Transfer Agent Accountant

  • Milwaukee, WI (7 miles from Glendale, WI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (7 miles from Glendale, WI)
  • 2 days ago

Responsible for balancing and reporting all shareholder cash & share activity for a series of mutual funds to fund accountants, portfolio managers, investment advisors and custody groups....

Regional Staff Accountant Manager

  • Milwaukee, WI (7 miles from Glendale, WI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (7 miles from Glendale, WI)
  • 2 days ago

This key regional finance position will assist with all day-to-day accounting activities for three distinct business units. Position will act as the liaison between operations, marketing and...

Cost Accountant

  • New Berlin, WI (11 miles from Glendale, WI)
  • 3 days ago
  • New Berlin, WI (11 miles from Glendale, WI)
  • 3 days ago

Radius Packaging is seeking a detail-oriented Cost Accountant located onsite at our New Berlin, WI location to enhance our financial decision-making through precise cost tracking, reporting, and analysis...

Senior Accountant

  • West Allis, WI (9 miles from Glendale, WI)
  • 3 days ago
  • West Allis, WI (9 miles from Glendale, WI)
  • 3 days ago

Degree in Accounting CPA Preferred Three years minimum experience of professional accounting experience with demonstrated ability to reconcile information and problem-solve....

Part-Time Accountant

  • Milwaukee, WI (7 miles from Glendale, WI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (7 miles from Glendale, WI)
  • 4 days ago

JOB SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Chief Financial Officer the incumbent will perform a variety of general accounting related functions in the areas of accounts payable, general ledger...

Mutual Fund Accountant

  • Milwaukee, WI (7 miles from Glendale, WI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (7 miles from Glendale, WI)
  • 5 days ago

At U.S. Bank, we're on a journey to do our best. Helping the customers and businesses we serve to make better and smarter financial decisions and enabling the communities we support to grow and...

Accountant I

  • Milwaukee, WI (7 miles from Glendale, WI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (7 miles from Glendale, WI)
  • 5 days ago

entry preparation, nonprofit accounting Field: Accounting Certification: Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or currently pursuing CPA preferred Why MCW?...

Cost/Financial Accountant

  • Hartford, WI (24 miles from Glendale, WI)
  • 8 days ago
  • Hartford, WI (24 miles from Glendale, WI)
  • 8 days ago

Prepare monthly account reconciliations, prepare financial reports, and report out on findings Assist with the financial close process, which includes account analysis, preparing journal entries, updating...

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Glendale, WI

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Glendale, WI offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
54.5%
Master's Degree
28.1%
Associate's Degree
6.9%
High School or GED
4.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.8%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.2%


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