Accountant Jobs in Santa Clarita, 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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Full-Time Senior Accountant

  • Van Nuys, CA (22 miles from Santa Clarita, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Van Nuys, CA (22 miles from Santa Clarita, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Degree in Accounting 3+ years of accounting experience in property management or real estate Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel); Yardi Voyager experience a plus Construction accounting...

Senior Financial Accountant Job Details Sonova AG

  • Valencia, CA (2 miles from Santa Clarita, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Valencia, CA (2 miles from Santa Clarita, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Senior Financial Accountant (Hybrid) The Senior Financial Accountant is responsible for financial consolidation, reporting, and internal controls, ensuring compliance with IFRS and company accounting...

Senior Financial Accountant

  • Valencia, CA (2 miles from Santa Clarita, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Valencia, CA (2 miles from Santa Clarita, CA)
  • 10 days ago

Travelling Requirement: less than 5% More about you: Education Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field Nice to Have MBA Further Education CPA, CMA, or equivalent Work Experience...

Senior Accountant

  • Sun Valley, CA (22 miles from Santa Clarita, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Sun Valley, CA (22 miles from Santa Clarita, CA)
  • 12 days ago

RESPONSIBILITIES: Ensures account activity is recorded, corrections are made, adjustments are calculated and journal entries are prepared Assists with budget preparation and forecasting Reviews and...

Staff Accountant

  • Sherman Oaks, CA (22 miles from Santa Clarita, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Sherman Oaks, CA (22 miles from Santa Clarita, CA)
  • 12 days ago

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelors degree in accounting, CPA track preferred. 3+ years or more general accounting experience required Knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger...

Accountant

  • Santa Clarita, CA
  • 13 days ago
  • Santa Clarita, CA
  • 13 days ago

Hart Union High School District Personnel Commission February 27, 2025 Lateral Transfer Opportunity Accountant / Internal Auditor THE POSITION: (Requisition #CLPR-0001971, #AC-800005-001) Accountant...

Staff Accountant x 70K-75K x Valley / flex

  • San Fernando, CA (16 miles from Santa Clarita, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • San Fernando, CA (16 miles from Santa Clarita, CA)
  • 14 days ago

Review prepaids and maintain schedules Amortize journal entries Create accrual schedules Record transfer pricing and intercompany Support reporting for budgeting and forecasting Balance sheet reconciliations...

Accountant

  • Sherman Oaks, CA (22 miles from Santa Clarita, CA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Sherman Oaks, CA (22 miles from Santa Clarita, CA)
  • 22 days ago

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelors degree in accounting, CPA track preferred. 3+ years or more general accounting experience required.(5+ for Sr.)...

Staff Accountant

  • North Hollywood, CA (24 miles from Santa Clarita, CA)
  • 24 days ago
  • North Hollywood, CA (24 miles from Santa Clarita, CA)
  • 24 days ago

Responsibilities Record, verify, and post routine financial transactions, journal entries, and adjustments in the general ledger....

Senior Accountant

  • Valencia, CA (2 miles from Santa Clarita, CA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Valencia, CA (2 miles from Santa Clarita, CA)
  • 28 days ago

Oversee financial and accounting process and work closely together with finance teams and GBS teams, with a high focus on controlling balance sheet reconciliations and journal entries....

Senior Accountant

  • Santa Clarita, CA
  • 29 days ago
  • Santa Clarita, CA
  • 29 days ago

entries and accrual entries for the period end close....

Administrative Assistant's Needed - PART TIME CPA FRIM

  • Encino, CA (22 miles from Santa Clarita, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Encino, CA (22 miles from Santa Clarita, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

BUSY CPA firm is looking to hire MULTIPLE Part Time Office Administrator's (Strong Admin) will be the right hand to the CPA in an office of TWO people. **Can NOT have any time off needed between...

AP/AR Accountant

  • Santa Clarita, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Santa Clarita, CA
  • 30+ days ago

AP/AR Accountant We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced AP/AR Accountant to manage accounts payable and receivable functions efficiently....

Remote Staff Accountant (GL)

  • San Fernando, CA (16 miles from Santa Clarita, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Fernando, CA (16 miles from Santa Clarita, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our finance team as a Staff Accountant (GL)....

Remote Work

Revenue and Billing Accountant

  • Northridge, CA (17 miles from Santa Clarita, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Northridge, CA (17 miles from Santa Clarita, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Communicate with clients and internal stakeholders regarding project billing and revenue inquiries Responsible for month-end and year-end close reconciliations and journal entries related to project...

Demographic Data for Santa Clarita, CA

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Santa Clarita, CA

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Santa Clarita, 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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