Accountant Jobs in Cos Cob, CT

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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Alliance Animal Health

Staff Accountant

Job Description We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our dynamic accounting team....

HRO TotalSource Accountant Specialist

  • Stamford, CT (2 miles from Cos Cob, CT)
  • 13 days ago
  • Stamford, CT (2 miles from Cos Cob, CT)
  • 13 days ago

ADP is hiring an Accountant Channel Sales Representative. Do you thrive on networking to gain business and the opportunity to sell industry-leading solutions?...

Senior Accountant

  • Melville, NY (21 miles from Cos Cob, CT)
  • 8 days ago
  • Melville, NY (21 miles from Cos Cob, CT)
  • 8 days ago

Bachelors degree in accounting. Sage 300 and Sage Intacct ERP experience preferred but not required. Construction industry experience a plus....

Staff Accountant

  • New Hyde Park, NY (22 miles from Cos Cob, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • New Hyde Park, NY (22 miles from Cos Cob, CT)
  • 30+ days ago

Participate in the month-end close process Reviews and/or prepares account reconciliations, monthly journal entries, and other control processes as assigned Performs and leads audit efforts as part...

Accountant

  • Hillsdale, NJ (24 miles from Cos Cob, CT)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Hillsdale, NJ (24 miles from Cos Cob, CT)
  • 12 hours ago

Key Responsibilities: Assist with month-end and year-end close processes, including preparation of journal entries, reconciliations, and accruals Maintain general ledger accounts and ensure accuracy...

Senior Accountant

  • Harrison, NY (8 miles from Cos Cob, CT)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Harrison, NY (8 miles from Cos Cob, CT)
  • 12 hours ago

Job Description Summary The Senior Accountant is responsible for the coordination and execution of daily accounting journal entries, reconciliations, financial reporting, and monthly accounting close...

Senior Accountant

  • Fort Lee, NJ (24 miles from Cos Cob, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fort Lee, NJ (24 miles from Cos Cob, CT)
  • 1 day ago

Kforce has a client that is seeking a Senior Accountant in Fort Lee, NJ.Day to Day Responsibilities: Support daily accounting operations across multiple business units or regions Prepare and post journal...

Senior Accountant

  • Melville, NY (21 miles from Cos Cob, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Melville, NY (21 miles from Cos Cob, CT)
  • 1 day ago

In this role, the Senior Accountant will be responsible for tax preparation and compliance for a variety of individual, corporate and partnership entities....

Senior Accountant - Audit

  • Syosset, NY (16 miles from Cos Cob, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Syosset, NY (16 miles from Cos Cob, CT)
  • 1 day ago

in NEW YORK STATE Education and Experience: Bachelor's Degree - Accounting CPA License (New York State) 10+ years of recent CPA firm experience Proficient in QuickBooks and Ultra Tax Excellent understanding...

Revenue Accountant

  • White Plains, NY (9 miles from Cos Cob, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • White Plains, NY (9 miles from Cos Cob, CT)
  • 2 days ago

Overview Westchester Jewish Community Services (WJCS) is seeking a detail-oriented Revenue Accountant to join our team at our headquarters in White Plains, NY....

Accountant

  • Woodcliff Lake, NJ (24 miles from Cos Cob, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • Woodcliff Lake, NJ (24 miles from Cos Cob, CT)
  • 2 days ago

Staff Accountant Hybrid Onsite in Woodcliff County, NJ (4 Days in office & friday remote) Fulltime Hire Job Summary The Staff Accountant General Accounting is responsible for reconciling account balances...

Staff Accountant

  • Yonkers, NY (16 miles from Cos Cob, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • Yonkers, NY (16 miles from Cos Cob, CT)
  • 2 days ago

Completion of other tasks as requested Qualifications: Bachelors degree in Accounting or Nonprofit Business Management 02 years of accounting experience (Recent grads welcome to apply!)...

Small CPA firm seeking Admin/Receptionist - Part to full time

  • New Hyde Park, NY (22 miles from Cos Cob, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • New Hyde Park, NY (22 miles from Cos Cob, CT)
  • 2 days ago

Answering Telephones, Making Appointments Filing / Pulling Files / Organizing Greeting & Checking In Clients Follow Up / Reminder Calls to clients Accept various payments including CC Payments...

Senior Accountant

  • Purchase, NY (6 miles from Cos Cob, CT)
  • 3 days ago
  • Purchase, NY (6 miles from Cos Cob, CT)
  • 3 days ago

Job Description Summary The Senior Accountant is responsible for the coordination and execution of daily accounting journal entries, reconciliations, financial reporting, and monthly accounting close...

Senior Accountant

  • Yonkers, NY (16 miles from Cos Cob, CT)
  • 3 days ago
  • Yonkers, NY (16 miles from Cos Cob, CT)
  • 3 days ago

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: · Bachelor degree in accounting from an accredited four-year college or university · CPA or MBA a plus · 3-5 years of related experience with property...

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Cos Cob, CT

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Cos Cob, CT 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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