Accountant I ($55000 - $65000)
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Provides financial information to management by researching and analyzing accounting data; preparing reports.
• Prepares asset, liability, and capital account entries by compiling and analyzing account information.
• Documents financial transactions by entering account information.
• Recommends financial actions by analyzing accounting options.
• Summarizes current financial status by collecting information; preparing balance sheet, profit and loss statement, and other reports.
• Substantiates financial transactions by auditing documents.
• Maintains accounting controls by preparing and recommending policies and procedures.
• Guides accounting clerical staff by coordinating activities and answering questions.
• Reconciles financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account information.
• Secures financial information by completing database backups.
• Maintains financial security by following internal controls.
• Prepares payments by verifying documentation, and requesting disbursements.
• Answers accounting procedure questions by researching and interpreting accounting policy and regulations.
• Complies with federal, state, and local financial legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation, enforcing adherence to requirements, and advising management on needed actions.
• Prepares special financial reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information and trends.
• Maintains customer confidence and protects operations by keeping financial information confidential.
Qualifications/Requirements:
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in tax, accounting, or finance
• CPA (preferred)
• Minimum 5-10 years’ experience in accounting/finance
• Experience with financial reporting requirements
• Experience in working with multiple legal entities under different legal umbrellas
GL Accountant (Manassas)
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Accountant I – ENTRY LEVEL
Job Title: Jr. Accountant (Entry Level)
Location: Northern Virginia
Duration: Contract, Contract-To-Hire
Pay: $18 - 24 / hr (depending on experience)
About Client: Our client is a leading provider of accounting services, one of the fastest growing companies in the DMV area. The right candidate will be willing to learn, be a great problem solver and is flexible with a constantly changing environment. We are looking to add someone that is personable, values accuracy, is a great addition to our team, and does well with time management. They have a long history of strong, solid financial performance and leadership in developing the financial industry’s leading services and products.
The goal is to contribute to the overall operation of the department, while learning the skills to grow within the organization. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in accounting principles and be able to work comfortably with numbers in a team environment. They will ultimately prepare financial statements and analyze balance sheets and general ledger accounts. Must be willing to learn and grow!
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Based on recent jobs postings on Zippia, the average salary in the U.S. for an Accountant is $52,965 per year or $25 per hour. The highest paying Accountant jobs have a salary over $69,000 per year while the lowest paying Accountant jobs pay $40,000 per year
A senior accountant is responsible for organizing financial reports, analyzing cost estimates, reviewing budget goals regularly, and making adjustments with the company's account statements as necessary. Senior accountants' duties also include managing account reconciliations, preparing tax documents, maintaining audit records and balance sheets, generating invoices, and providing recommendations to minimize possible financial loss. A senior accountant must have excellent analytical and critical-thinking skills and extensive knowledge of accounting and financial principles.
A tax accountant is a professional who works with clients to produce tax return documents that follow tax laws and regulations while keeping them updated on their return information. Tax accountants must determine tax strategies for their clients that may minimize or eliminate tax payments while arranging audits with taxation authorities. They prepare tax documents for different clients, including private companies, non-profit organizations, and private individuals. Tax accountants are also required to obtain a bachelor's degree in accounting and should understand business concepts.
A finance analyst is responsible for evaluating a company's financial data and historical reports to assess investment opportunities and provide accurate financial statements in support of business strategies and company performance prediction. A financial analyst's duties also include suggesting recommendations to boost operations efficiency and grow revenues, researching the current market performance and economic trends to adjust budget goals as needed, and managing client portfolios. Finance analysts must have excellent critical and analytical thinking skills to identify the best actions for the company's profitability.
A cost accountant specializes in determining the total cost incurred by a company from producing goods and services. Through the various financial data they collect, the cost accountant will devise plans and strategies that will be a vital factor in the next budget and marketing preparations of a company. Aside from this, a cost accountant is responsible for various tasks such as conducting research and analysis in different areas, keeping financial records and inventory, producing financial reports involving profitability and expenditures, and proposing a budget and other financial plans.
An assistant controller is a professional who supports and reports to the corporate controller about all the organization's accounting-related activities such as managerial accounting and financial activities. Assistant controllers are instrumental in maintaining the accountability of the organization's financial resources and protecting the assets of its investors. They delegate data entry tasks with junior accounting staff and coordinate financial audits with the vice president and chief financial officer (CFO). The minimum educational attainment of an assistant controller is to obtain a bachelor's degree in finance or accounting related field.
Yes, you can make $100,000 per year as an accountant. While possible, it is unlikely to earn over $100k as an accountant because even higher-paid positions do not typically earn more than $69,000 per year. The average annual salary for an accountant is $52,965.
No, accountants are not happy.
Surveys on the subject report that accountants who are unhappy with their jobs are unsatisfied because they don't find their work fulfilling, their work environments are unpleasant, and the busy season (January-April, the time when everyone is filing their tax returns) is stressful.
Yes, accounting is stressful. Managing the finances for a large company can be stressful because the tiniest mistake can cause serious ramifications. Helping people file their tax returns can also be stressful because they all need it done within a four-month window, and a small mistake can affect both your client and your career.