Accountant Jobs in Lafayette, 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.

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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....

Accountant Sr

  • Aurora, CO (23 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 14 days ago
  • Aurora, CO (23 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 14 days ago

Preferred: State licensure as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA). 1 year relevant experience. We improve lives. In big ways through learning, healing, and discovery....

Accountant, Retail, Seed Accounting

  • Loveland, CO (23 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Loveland, CO (23 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 1 hour ago

This includes monthly journal entries, data analysis, transactional research, and reporting....

Retail Rebate Accountant

  • Loveland, CO (23 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Loveland, CO (23 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 3 hours ago

Skills and Requirements Bachelors Degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Related Field. 2+ years of practical experience plus demonstrated leadership skills....

Senior Accountant

  • Boulder, CO (5 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Boulder, CO (5 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 6 hours ago

About The Role The Senior Accountant will oversee revenue accounting operations, including accounts receivable, accruals processes, and other General Ledger (GL) related duties....

Senior Accountant

  • Louisville, CO (5 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Louisville, CO (5 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 6 hours ago

Prepare journal entries and complete month end close tasks Complete monthly account reconciliations Process biweekly payroll Generate, analyze, review and communicate financial data actual, prior and...

Accountant

  • Aurora, CO (23 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Aurora, CO (23 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 1 day ago

Key Responsibilities: Accounting: Manage day-to-day banking activities for all entities Create journal entries, reconcile subledgers, prepare financial statements and monthly/quarterly reporting Process...

Senior Audit Accountant - Manufacturing, Retail and Distribution

  • Loveland, CO (23 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Loveland, CO (23 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 1 day ago

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

Senior Accountant, Site Accounting, Potash

  • Loveland, CO (23 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 3 days ago
  • Loveland, CO (23 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 3 days ago

What you will do: Support the daily operations of the Accounting Department by preparing journal entries, reviewing general and subsidiary ledgers, and managing capital project and asset accounting...

Accountant

  • Westminster, CO (13 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 3 days ago
  • Westminster, CO (13 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 3 days ago

degree in Accounting or related field Minimum of 2 years of relevant accounting experience Experience with U.S....

Inventory Accountant

  • Loveland, CO (23 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 3 days ago
  • Loveland, CO (23 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 3 days ago

An employer in Loveland, CO is looking for an accounting analyst to join the inventory accounting team. This person will work on daily reports that support the month end close for the inventory...

Senior Accountant

  • Longmont, CO (10 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 5 days ago
  • Longmont, CO (10 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 5 days ago

Provide analysis of the General Ledger: including postings from subsidiary Accounts Payable, Payroll, Fixed Assets, and Student Financial Aid systems, journal entry review and approval, and journal...

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Senior Accountant

  • Lafayette, CO
  • 5 days ago
  • Lafayette, CO
  • 5 days ago

Under the direction of the Deputy Finance Director, the Senior Accountant may provide supervisory or oversight work directing and coordinating the activities of the administrative and clerical personnel...

Senior Revenue Accountant. Job in Brighton Gr8Jobs

  • Thornton, CO (15 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 5 days ago
  • Thornton, CO (15 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 5 days ago

The Senior Revenue Accountant position will remain open until a qualified candidate is hired....

Senior Revenue Accountant. Job in Colorado Gr8Jobs

  • Boulder, CO (5 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 5 days ago
  • Boulder, CO (5 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 5 days ago

The Senior Revenue Accountant position will remain open until a qualified candidate is hired....

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Lafayette, CO

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Lafayette, 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%


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