Accountant Jobs in La Jolla, CA

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

  • Escondido, CA (20 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Escondido, CA (20 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 3 hours ago

degree in Accounting Economics Finance Data Analytics or related field is required equivalent experience may be accepted Intermediate to advanced Excel and Power Point skills required 2+ yearsexperience...

Staff Accountant II

  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 14 hours ago

Essential Functions Process recurring and one-time monthly close tasks such as journal entries, adjustments, reporting, account reconciliations and other basic accounting tasks for corporate departments...

Senior Corporate Accountant

  • Carlsbad, CA (20 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Carlsbad, CA (20 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 15 hours ago

Review journal entries to ensure accuracy, completeness, and proper account classification....

General Accountant

  • La Jolla, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • La Jolla, CA
  • 1 day ago

Job Overview The General Accountant maintains the property's Income Audit, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Payroll System, and General Cashier functions in a timely, accurate manner in accordance...

Accountant I

  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Job Summary Job Summary BASIC FUNCTION: The Accountant I independently performs a wide variety of professional and technical accounting duties such as training and directing the work of assigned staff...

Financial Reporting Accountant

  • San Marcos, CA (22 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Marcos, CA (22 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Prepares and posts advanced level journal entries Works independently to make decisions and solve complex accounting problems with minimal guidance within the assigned areas of responsibilities Provides...

Staff Accountant

  • Carlsbad, CA (20 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Carlsbad, CA (20 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Assist with month end adjustment journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations....

General Accountant

  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Job Overview The General Accountant maintains the property's Income Audit, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Payroll System, and General Cashier functions in a timely, accurate manner in accordance...

Senior Accountant, Clinical

  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 2 days ago

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Oversee the monthly financial close process for clinical trials, including the preparation of journal entries and account reconciliations....

Accountant I

  • San Diego, CA (9 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (9 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 2 days ago

To view the detailed job description for Accountant I, click here....

Senior Technical Accountant

  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 3 days ago

degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (advanced degrees may substitute up to two years of experience; Masters = 1 year, Doctorate = 2 years) 2+ years of experience in accounting, finance...

Project Accountant

  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Overview Kimley-Horn is looking for a Project Accountant to join our San Diego, California (CA) office! This is not a remote position....

Project Accountant

  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Additionally, this role will be responsible for running month-end reports and entering correcting Journal entries....

Senior Project Accountant

  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Additionally, this role will be responsible for running month-end reports and entering correcting Journal entries....

General Accountant

  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 3 days ago

General Accountant MARRIOTT WORLDWIDE Posted 4 days ago General Accountant About the job POSITION SUMMARY Check figures, postings, and documents for accuracy....

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in La Jolla, CA

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in La Jolla, CA 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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