Accountant Jobs in Connecticut

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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HRO TotalSource Accountant Specialist

  • Stamford, CT
  • 10 days ago
  • Stamford, CT
  • 10 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 Staff Accountant

  • Stamford, CT
  • 9 hours ago
  • Stamford, CT
  • 9 hours ago

Key Responsibilities: Manage and support the month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis Prepare and review financial statements...

Accountant II-Accounting

  • Bristol, CT
  • 15 hours ago
  • Bristol, CT
  • 15 hours ago

POSITION SUMMARY The Accountant II performs accounting functions, including reconciliation of general ledger accounts, month-end accruals, closing and report preparation, analytical review of revenue...

Accountant

  • Montville, CT
  • 19 hours ago
  • Montville, CT
  • 19 hours ago

Assist with the month-end closing process, journal entries, and accruals. Support completion of the annual budget; preparation of various data requests and analysis as required....

Senior Accountant

  • Bloomfield, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • Bloomfield, CT
  • 1 day ago

Can clearly communicate accounting information/requirements in a format easy to absorb by non-accountants. + Possesses a strong working knowledge of current GAAP, Statutory Accounting Principles, Sarbanes-Oxley...

Endowment Accountant

  • New London, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • New London, CT
  • 1 day ago

Post journal entries to the Banner Finance general ledger system....

Staff Accountant

  • New Haven, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • New Haven, CT
  • 1 day ago

Full Time Job Summary: The Staff Accountant is responsible for recording financial activity and preparing financial statements for Saint Francis Health System entities....

Provider Relations Advisor, Retail Accountant Management -Express Scripts

  • Bloomfield, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • Bloomfield, CT
  • 1 day ago

Provider Relations Advisor, Retail Account Management POSITION SUMMARY The Provider Relations Advisor role is part of the Retail Account Management team that sits within the Network Compliance...

Grants Accountant

  • Newington, CT
  • 2 days ago
  • Newington, CT
  • 2 days ago

GRANTS ACCOUNTANT Location: Newington, CT JOB DESCRIPTION: Grants Accountant I'm partnering with a well-established non-profit organization that has been a staple in the community for over 100 years...

Staff Accountant

  • Farmington, CT
  • 2 days ago
  • Farmington, CT
  • 2 days ago

: Assist in the consolidated month-end close process to ensure timely and accurate reporting Handle month-end accruals and posting journal entries to the general ledger Perform account reconciliations...

Senior Financial Accountant

  • Enfield, CT
  • 2 days ago
  • Enfield, CT
  • 2 days ago

SENIOR FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT Location: Enfield, CT JOB DESCRIPTION: Senior Financial Accountant I'm working with a high-growth manufacturing organization that's looking to add a Senior Financial Accountant...

Staff Accountant

  • Hartford, CT
  • 2 days ago
  • Hartford, CT
  • 2 days ago

Insurity's Next Staff Accountant We're looking for a Staff Accountant to join our team who will be responsible for the Accounts Payable (AP) process and general accounting tasks....

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Sr Accountant Fixed Assets

  • Hartford, CT
  • 2 days ago
  • Hartford, CT
  • 2 days ago

**Requirements:** + Supports and is responsible for the month-end close process for corporate accounting areas of responsibility and reporting, including journal entry preparation and review, reconciliation...

Accounting -Senior Accountant, SEC Reporting

  • Fairfield, CT
  • 3 days ago
  • Fairfield, CT
  • 3 days ago

Accounting -Senior Accountant, SEC Reporting (2500389) Accounting -Senior Accountant, SEC Reporting - (2500389) US-OH-Fairfield Description Make a difference with a career in insurance At The Cincinnati...

Staff Accountant

  • Shelton, CT
  • 3 days ago
  • Shelton, CT
  • 3 days ago

entries and adjusting entries as needed....

Demographic Data for Connecticut

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Connecticut

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Connecticut 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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