Accountant Jobs in Scottsdale, AZ

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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Bookkeeper/Staff Accountant

  • Mesa, AZ (6 miles from Scottsdale, AZ)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Mesa, AZ (6 miles from Scottsdale, AZ)
  • 6 hours ago

Bookkeeper/Staff Accountant Industry: Not-for-profit Location: Mesa, Arizona Why this company?...

Accountant 1

  • Phoenix, AZ (11 miles from Scottsdale, AZ)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (11 miles from Scottsdale, AZ)
  • 9 hours ago

Date: April 29, 2025 Job Summary: The Fiscal Services Unit at Arizona State Parks is recruiting for an Accountant 1....

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Payroll And Travel Accountant

  • Phoenix, AZ (11 miles from Scottsdale, AZ)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (11 miles from Scottsdale, AZ)
  • 9 hours ago

Payroll and Travel Accountant Job Location: Accounting Section Phoenix, AZ 85007 Posting Details: Salary: $53,900 - $57,200 Grade: 19 Closing Date: 04/21/25 Job Summary: Under the direction of the Accounting...

Intercompany Accountant-Contractor

  • Tempe, AZ (7 miles from Scottsdale, AZ)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Tempe, AZ (7 miles from Scottsdale, AZ)
  • 11 hours ago

Work closely with Tax, IT, Treasury and International accounting teams on intercompany matters to ensure systems and processes are working as designed, intercompany transactions are supported by intercompany...

Corporate Accountant

  • Scottsdale, AZ
  • 23 hours ago
  • Scottsdale, AZ
  • 23 hours ago

Troon Corporate Headquarters in Scottsdale, Arizona is excited to announce the exceptional career opportunity of Corporate Accountant....

Accountant Senior

  • Phoenix, AZ (11 miles from Scottsdale, AZ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (11 miles from Scottsdale, AZ)
  • 1 day ago

Summary The Senior Accountant with minimal supervision, perform a wide variety of advanced accounting or budget-related activities including the preparation of financial statements and management reports...

Senior Accountant

  • Scottsdale, AZ
  • 1 day ago
  • Scottsdale, AZ
  • 1 day ago

entries, as needed....

Financial Reporting Accountant

  • Scottsdale, AZ
  • 1 day ago
  • Scottsdale, AZ
  • 1 day ago

Description STORE Capital Advisors, LLC is seeking a Financial Reporting Accountant to join our team!...

Mutual Fund Accountant

  • Tempe, AZ (7 miles from Scottsdale, AZ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Tempe, AZ (7 miles from Scottsdale, AZ)
  • 1 day 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...

Staff Accountant II

  • Scottsdale, AZ
  • 2 days ago
  • Scottsdale, AZ
  • 2 days ago

Under general supervision, the Tax Staff Accountant II will be responsible for contributing to the day-to-day accounting activities related to direct tax, providing support to the Manager of Direct...

Staff Accountant

  • Phoenix, AZ (11 miles from Scottsdale, AZ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (11 miles from Scottsdale, AZ)
  • 3 days ago

Key Responsibilities: Perform general ledger accounting duties, including journal entries and reconciliations Support the month-end and year-end close processes Prepare financial reports and assist...

Senior Cost Accountant

  • Mesa, AZ (6 miles from Scottsdale, AZ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Mesa, AZ (6 miles from Scottsdale, AZ)
  • 3 days ago

REQUIREMENTS Bachelors Degree in Accounting or Finance required Proficient in Microsoft Excel and SAP Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills 3...

Cost Accountant

  • Tempe, AZ (7 miles from Scottsdale, AZ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Tempe, AZ (7 miles from Scottsdale, AZ)
  • 3 days ago

Cost Accountant Job Description We are seeking a highly skilled Accountant to provide finance and accounting support in areas such as general ledger accounting, reconciliations, financial reporting,...

Senior Accountant

  • Phoenix, AZ (11 miles from Scottsdale, AZ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (11 miles from Scottsdale, AZ)
  • 3 days ago

The Senior Accountant is responsible for the execution of corporate accounting functions in support of month and quarter end close, preparing journal entries, reconciling balance sheet accounts and...

General Accountant

  • Chandler, AZ (13 miles from Scottsdale, AZ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chandler, AZ (13 miles from Scottsdale, AZ)
  • 3 days ago

Additional Information Accounting, Full-Time, Pay: $24.00/Hour, Travel Discounts, Free Meals, Health Benefits Job Number 24207423 Job Category Finance & Accounting Location Sheraton Grand at Wild...

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Scottsdale, AZ

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Scottsdale, AZ 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
0.8%
Some High School
0.2%


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