Accountant Jobs in Arizona

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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Senior Accountant

Our client is a rapidly growing, online-first retailer specializing in curated home goods, artisanal decor, and unique lifestyle products. Responsibilities: • Financial Reporting: Prepare monthly...

Staff Accountant

  • Peridot, AZ
  • 2 hours ago
  • Peridot, AZ
  • 2 hours ago

THIS POSITION IS FULL-TIME Maintains accounting records by preparing journal entries, performing account reconciliations, maintaining audit schedules and preparing a variety of financial reports to...

EPCOR Careers - Accountant I

  • Glendale, AZ
  • 2 hours ago
  • Glendale, AZ
  • 2 hours ago

This entry level position will perform a variety of responsibilities, including miscellaneous invoice related duties outlined below; journal entry preparation; monthly balance sheet reconciliation....

Accountant

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 3 hours ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 3 hours ago

Caterpillar's Resource Industries Operations & Products Division (RIOP) has an open Accountant position for the Electric Rope Shovel (ERS) product group....

Accountant

  • AZ
  • 3 hours ago
  • AZ
  • 3 hours ago

Primary Location: Arizona Job: Accountant Requisition: 8281...

Client Accountant

  • Tempe, AZ
  • 3 hours ago
  • Tempe, AZ
  • 3 hours ago

Job Title Client Accountant Job Description Summary Responsible for the performance of cash and accrual management functions, general ledger accounting, and financial reporting....

Accountant (Entry-Level)

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 14 hours ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 14 hours ago

Prepare accrual and general journal entries at month-end....

Accountant, Customer Finance

  • Scottsdale, AZ
  • 14 hours ago
  • Scottsdale, AZ
  • 14 hours ago

Posts daily sales and records journal entries....

Accountant II

  • Morenci, AZ
  • 17 hours ago
  • Morenci, AZ
  • 17 hours ago

Apply knowledge of accounting policies and procedures to tasks which include recording journal entries, collaborating with site finance groups and research and analysis among other duties....

Accountant

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 17 hours ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 17 hours ago

Responsible for monthly closing activities including preparation of journal entries and analysis of account balances....

Revenue Accountant

  • Scottsdale, AZ
  • 17 hours ago
  • Scottsdale, AZ
  • 17 hours ago

Overview Axway is looking for a Revenue Accountant with hands on experience with Workday Financials....

Accountant (Fixed Term Benefited) #25-3347

  • Peoria, AZ
  • 17 hours ago
  • Peoria, AZ
  • 17 hours ago

Preferred/Desirable Qualifications: Experience in a municipal or government setting; Certified Public Accountant or Certified Public Accountant Candidate Why Peoria?...

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

  • Show Low, AZ
  • 22 hours ago
  • Show Low, AZ
  • 22 hours ago

Arizona Employer Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in Show Low , Arizona This job was posted by : For more information, please see: Wilber & Longenbaugh, PLLC is seeking professional, hard-working,...

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Staff Accountant

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 1 day ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 1 day ago

Job Description: This company is looking to add a Staff Accountant to their team with the intent of grooming and training them to eventually take over the firm....

Staff Accountant

  • Gilbert, AZ
  • 1 day ago
  • Gilbert, AZ
  • 1 day ago

Job Description: This company is looking to add a Staff Accountant to their team with the intent of grooming and training them to eventually take over the firm....

Demographic Data for Arizona

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Arizona

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Arizona 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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