Accountant Jobs in Silver Lake, 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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Accountant

  • Gurnee, IL (16 miles from Silver Lake, WI)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Gurnee, IL (16 miles from Silver Lake, WI)
  • 22 hours ago

Prepares journal entries, monthly account reconciliations, and other monthly financial statements. Assists in research and resolves reconciliation variances in financial statements....

Senior Accountant

  • Cary, IL (22 miles from Silver Lake, WI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Cary, IL (22 miles from Silver Lake, WI)
  • 1 day ago

Accountant to join our headquarters team in Cary, Illinois, where you'll help drive our global financial operations and provide critical insights that shape our future....

Senior Tax Accountant

  • Mundelein, IL (21 miles from Silver Lake, WI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mundelein, IL (21 miles from Silver Lake, WI)
  • 1 day ago

LHH is hiring a senior tax accountant for a client located near Mundelein, IL....

Cost Accountant

  • Cary, IL (22 miles from Silver Lake, WI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Cary, IL (22 miles from Silver Lake, WI)
  • 2 days ago

Apply NowView All Careers Cost Accountant Status: Full Time Business: Durex Industries Location: Cary, IL Reporting To: Controller Position Summary As the Cost Accountant, you will join the Finance...

Cost Accountant

  • Kenosha, WI (18 miles from Silver Lake, WI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Kenosha, WI (18 miles from Silver Lake, WI)
  • 4 days ago

Qualifications Education: Bachelors Degree in accounting or related subject matter combined with experience. Experience: 5 - 7 years of relevant experience (manufacturing environment)....

Staff Accountant

  • Sturtevant, WI (15 miles from Silver Lake, WI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Sturtevant, WI (15 miles from Silver Lake, WI)
  • 7 days ago

Key Responsibilities: Manage accounts payable entries and weekly check run processing Post and receive cash, handle collections, and perform AR analysis Analyze and record accruals and journal entries...

Staff Accountant - Best Sales Recruiters

  • Bristol, WI (7 miles from Silver Lake, WI)
  • 8 days ago
  • Bristol, WI (7 miles from Silver Lake, WI)
  • 8 days ago

The Staff Accountant will work closely with different teams to understand organizational processes and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives The Staff Accountant will assist with month-end...

Staff Accountant

  • Waukegan, IL (21 miles from Silver Lake, WI)
  • 8 days ago
  • Waukegan, IL (21 miles from Silver Lake, WI)
  • 8 days ago

Key Responsibilities: Maintain and update the general ledger by posting journal entries. Maintain accurate financial records and documentation for audit purposes....

Interim Treasury Accountant

  • Vernon Hills, IL (24 miles from Silver Lake, WI)
  • 8 days ago
  • Vernon Hills, IL (24 miles from Silver Lake, WI)
  • 8 days ago

Journal Entries & GL Accounts: Create journal entries and reconcile general ledger accounts. Month-End Closing: Assist with month-end closing procedures....

Staff Accountant

  • Sturtevant, WI (15 miles from Silver Lake, WI)
  • 12 days ago
  • Sturtevant, WI (15 miles from Silver Lake, WI)
  • 12 days ago

Every day, ANDRITZ continues to deliver successful innovative solutions to our customers globally. Why are we so successful? Because we are passionate and love what we do! We are at the forefront...

Accountant

  • Bull Valley, IL (14 miles from Silver Lake, WI)
  • 14 days ago
  • Bull Valley, IL (14 miles from Silver Lake, WI)
  • 14 days ago

Workweek 40 Hours Flexible schedule to meet department needs Position Summary The Accountant is responsible for performing accounting duties that require the application of established accounting principles...

General Accountant

  • Kenosha, WI (18 miles from Silver Lake, WI)
  • 14 days ago
  • Kenosha, WI (18 miles from Silver Lake, WI)
  • 14 days ago

You will be trained by the current general accountant. The work schedule is an 8-hour shift from Monday to Friday....

Accountant- Office Manager

  • Racine, WI (22 miles from Silver Lake, WI)
  • 17 days ago
  • Racine, WI (22 miles from Silver Lake, WI)
  • 17 days ago

Vaco Staffing is seeking an Office Manager / Accountant for a client located in Mount Pleasant, WI. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity with one of our valued clients....

Senior Tax Accountant

  • Vernon Hills, IL (24 miles from Silver Lake, WI)
  • 19 days ago
  • Vernon Hills, IL (24 miles from Silver Lake, WI)
  • 19 days ago

Senior Tax Accountant (40752) Do you love client service but don't aspire to be on the partner track or work traditional public accounting hours?...

Staff Accountant

  • Genoa City, WI (9 miles from Silver Lake, WI)
  • 21 days ago
  • Genoa City, WI (9 miles from Silver Lake, WI)
  • 21 days ago

Vaco Staffing is seeking a Staff Accountant for a client in Bristol, WI. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity with one of our clients. Main Duties: Lead the company's monthly closing processes....

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Silver Lake, WI

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Silver Lake, 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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