Accountant Jobs in Santa Ana, 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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Staff Accountant

with relevant accounting exposure Key Responsibilities: Reconcile bank transactions and resolve discrepancies Record daily journal entries and support expense tracking Process employee reimbursements...

Staff Accountant

  • Corona, CA (18 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Corona, CA (18 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 21 hours ago

Develops spreadsheet reports, verifies information, prepares journal entries, and reconciles accounts and balance sheets....

Now Hiring for a Staff Accountant 1st Shift 824038

  • Artesia, CA (15 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Artesia, CA (15 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Now Hiring For A Staff Accountant| 1st Shift | 824038 Artesia, CA 90703 Posted: 04/16/2025 Job Category: Accounting and Finance Job Number: 824038 Pay Rate: $25 - $26 per hour Job Description Helpmates...

Staff Accountant

  • Irvine, CA (6 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Irvine, CA (6 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Additional duties include month-end journal entries, cash management functions, bank reconciliations, and other roll-up reports....

Accountant

  • Costa Mesa, CA (5 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA (5 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Applications are only accepted online. You can submit your application by click on the "apply" button on the bottom right. This will take you to the login screen for schooljobs.com or if you do...

Accountant

  • Irvine, CA (6 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Irvine, CA (6 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Additionally, the Accountant will prepare journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, perform financial analysis, and other tasks to support the financial close process and business operations....

Staff Accountant - Property Management - Irvine

  • Irvine, CA (6 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Irvine, CA (6 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Strong understanding of accounting principles, including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations. Bank reconciliation for multiple accounts....

Commercial Property Management Accountant

  • Newport Beach, CA (10 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Newport Beach, CA (10 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 2 days ago

entries and accrual accounting methods -Degree in Accounting, Bookkeeping, and/or Commercial Property Management EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled....

Now Hiring for a Staff Accountant Day Shift Manufacturing Temp-to hire 823891

  • Buena Park, CA (10 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Buena Park, CA (10 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Month-End & Year-End Close: Support month-end and year-end close by preparing journal entries, accruals, and adjustments....

Now Hiring for a Staff Accountant Cargowise Experience needed 1st Shift 824038

  • Artesia, CA (15 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Artesia, CA (15 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Now Hiring For A Staff Accountant| Cargowise Experience Needed| 1st Shift | 824038 Artesia, CA 90703 Posted: 04/16/2025 Job Category: Accounting and Finance Job Number: 824038 Pay Rate: $25 - $26 per...

Staff Accountant I

  • Seal Beach, CA (12 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Seal Beach, CA (12 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Responsibilities Essential Functions Review and reconcile employees expense reports between Concur and company credit card statement and prepare and post the journal entries into ERP....

Accountant II, Interim

  • Tustin, CA (2 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Tustin, CA (2 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Accountant II, Interim The pay range for this position is listed below....

Accountant

  • Irvine, CA (6 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (6 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 3 days ago

This role requires proficiency in various accounting tasks, including Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), payroll, HR functions, bank reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end close...

Accountant

  • Ontario, CA (24 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Ontario, CA (24 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 3 days ago

ACCOUNTANT Reconciling the company's bank statements & bookkeeping ledgers....

Staff Accountant

  • Anaheim, CA (9 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Anaheim, CA (9 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 3 days ago

STAFF ACCOUNTANT Company Overview: Extron is a leading developer and manufacturer of professional AV hardware and software solutions which serve the ever-changing needs of organizations around the world...

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Santa Ana, CA

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Santa Ana, 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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