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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Senior Accountant

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

Senior Accountant The pay range for this position is listed below....

Project Accountant II

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

Performs expense allocation verifications, accruals, and journal entries Aids in monthly revenue recognitions, billing, and financial closing Assists with quarterly reviews and annual audit Supports...

Staff Accountant

  • Santa Fe Springs, CA (16 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Santa Fe Springs, CA (16 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 4 hours ago

transactions, interest and eliminations Record the company payroll journal entries and work closely with HR....

Senior Accountant - Retail Property Accounting ($93,600.00 - $112,700.00)

  • Irvine, CA (6 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Irvine, CA (6 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 4 hours ago

Job Duties: Review and analyze accrual basis general ledger for accuracy and reasonableness Book journal entries Review adjustments to the tenant ledger Prepare monthly/quarterly balance sheet reconciliations...

Staff Accountant

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

Description Summary/Objective The Staff Accountant is responsible for supporting various aspects of the accounting function, including preparing journal entries, preparing and maintaining financial...

Senior Budget Analyst (Administrative Analyst/Specialist Exempt II) California State University, Fullerton

  • Fullerton, CA (9 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Fullerton, CA (9 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 8 hours ago

Senior Budget Analyst (Administrative Analyst/Specialist Exempt II) Classificaiton: Administrative Analyst/Specialist Exempt II Department: Housing-Administration Sub-Division: Salary Range:...

Staff Accountant - Property Management - Irvine

  • Irvine, CA (6 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Irvine, CA (6 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 15 hours ago

Posting accruals and recurring journal entries. Bank reconciliation for multiple accounts. Yardi experience is a plus....

Senior Budget Analyst (Administrative Analyst/Specialist Exempt II)

  • Fullerton, CA (9 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Fullerton, CA (9 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 18 hours ago

Job Title Senior Budget Analyst Classification Administrative Analyst/Specialist Exempt II AutoReqId 546231 Department Housing-Administration Division Student Engagement Salary Range...

Senior Audit Accountant - Manufacturing, Retail and Distribution

  • Irvine, CA (6 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Irvine, CA (6 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 18 hours ago

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Qualifications: Bachelors degree in accounting, finance or related field. Requires at 1-3 years of accounting related experience....

Staff Accountant

  • Anaheim, CA (9 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Anaheim, CA (9 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 18 hours ago

Responsibilities: Prepare and post journal entries as part of the monthly closing process. Reconcile accounts payable and accounts receivable trial balances to the general ledger....

Senior Accountant

  • Long Beach, CA (23 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Long Beach, CA (23 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 19 hours ago

The Accounting Bureau in the Department of Financial Management has one opening for a Senior Accountant (Provisional)....

Accountant II

  • Santa Ana, CA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Santa Ana, CA
  • 23 hours ago

Prepare system-generated and manual journal entries and substantiating supporting document for the journal entries and general ledger account balances....

Accountant I

  • Cypress, CA (11 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Cypress, CA (11 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Computes and prepares data for journal entries, reviews general ledger and related financial statements....

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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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