Accountant Jobs in Aurora, CO

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.

1-15 of 155 Jobs
Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP

Fiduciary Accountant ( Hybrid )

Taft is seeking an experienced Fiduciary Accountant to join our dynamic team of legal professionals in our Denver office....

Property Accountant

  • Lakewood, CO (14 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lakewood, CO (14 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 2 days ago

degree in Accounting or related field is required 6 months of accounting experience or accounting internship experience necessary Strong knowledge of GAAP necessary Proficiency with MS Office Suite...

Accountant III, Revenue

  • Denver, CO (2 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Denver, CO (2 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 1 hour ago

Certified Public Accountant license a plus....

Staff Accountant

  • Centennial, CO (9 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Centennial, CO (9 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 2 hours ago

Hands-on experience with account reconciliations, journal entries, and financial statement preparation....

Senior Accountant

  • Denver, CO (2 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Denver, CO (2 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 3 hours ago

We are looking to for a talented Senior Accountant to join our team here in Denver!...

Tax/Payroll-Benefit Accountant

  • Aurora, CO
  • 17 hours ago
  • Aurora, CO
  • 17 hours ago

Record journal entries to record fees/credits from payroll invoices. Compile data and prepare upwards of 50-100 journal entries monthly. Produce stale dated warrant data for all four campuses....

Tax/Payroll-Benefit Accountant

  • Denver, CO (2 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Denver, CO (2 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 17 hours ago

Record journal entries to record fees/credits from payroll invoices. Compile data and prepare upwards of 50-100 journal entries monthly. Produce stale dated warrant data for all four campuses....

Accountant I

  • Golden, CO (20 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Golden, CO (20 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 1 day ago

Provide general accounting support to the Accountant, Senior Accountant, Deputy Director of Finance, and Director of Finance....

Senior Accountant Corporate Accounting

  • Denver, CO (2 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Denver, CO (2 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 1 day ago

, including the preparation of various journal entries and reconciliations....

Senior Accountant - Oil and Gas

  • Denver, CO (2 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Denver, CO (2 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 1 day ago

Perform month-end revenue close procedures Financial Solid understanding of general ledgers and journal entries as a key part of this role, supporting revenue, asset transfers, and financial reporting...

EverCommerce - Senior Accountant

  • Denver, CO (2 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Denver, CO (2 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 1 day ago

Reporting to the Accounting Manager, you will support GAAP accounting, month-end close processes/journals, reconciliations and flux analysis....

Remote Work

Senior Accountant

  • Denver, CO (2 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 2 days ago
  • Denver, CO (2 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 2 days ago

Manage the lease accounting process, including contract reviews, abstraction into leasing software, preparation of journal entries, and compliance with ASC 842, while identifying opportunities to improve...

Project Accountant

  • Denver, CO (2 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 2 days ago
  • Denver, CO (2 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 2 days ago

Your Role We are searching for a Project Accountant with a successful track record of working with Project Managers for our Gensler Denver office....

Business Development Representative (Gusto Pro - Accountant Partnerships)

  • Denver, CO (2 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 2 days ago
  • Denver, CO (2 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 2 days ago

Educate & Inspire: Communicate Gusto Pro's value to accountants, highlighting how our platform helps firms streamline operations and better serve their clients....

Senior Accountant PRN

  • Aurora, CO
  • 2 days ago
  • Aurora, CO
  • 2 days ago

We are looking for a dedicated Senior Accountant like you to be a part of our team....

Demographic Data for Aurora, CO

Moving to Aurora, CO? Find some basic demographic data about Aurora, CO below.


Local
National
459,022
8,333
Large

Accountant Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHireAccounting curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
Ethics for Accountants
Learn all tools & rules of business ethics, get a certificate at the end of the course, boost your CV & keep your boss happy with impressive work. Free accounting course included.This is a...
ERPGulf training for accountants.
You will learn how to use an ERP system in a company for Accounting, sales, Purchase, HR, Payroll, Asset, HelpdeskThis course will prepare an accountant/auditor/business-owner to use ERPGulf and...
Excel PivotTables For Accountants
Many business professionals consider PivotTables the most powerful feature in Excel, yet most accounting and financial professionals do not use them in their day-to-day activities. If you are...

Title Synonyms

Users interested in this job title also searched for the following job titles


Salary for Accountant Jobs in Aurora, CO

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireAccounting research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Accountant positions.



Highest Education Level

Accountants in Aurora, CO 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%


Other Career Titles

Here are some other career titles that require similar skills



Accountant Related Career Advice Articles

Young accountant enjoying the accounting career she has chosen.
5 Trending Accounting Careers and Specialties

Check out these five accounting career paths and decide whether you'd like to work as a tax accountant, auditor, budget analyst, forensic accountant, or cost accountant.

Read article »
accountant walking through her office and thinking about her career
5 Potential Accountant Career Paths

When mapping out your accountant career path and assessing your accounting skills, there are many types of accounting jobs to consider. Learn more.

Read article »
Accountant posing at desk surrounded by work materials
4 Elements Every Accounting Resume Needs

For professionals in the accounting field, there are a number of tactics to employ that will ensure your document highlights your achievements for maximum impact and presents your credentials effectively.

Read article »