Accountant Jobs in Florida

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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WAI Global

Senior Accountant

Preparation of monthly and quarterly journal entries....

Execute month-end close procedures, including preparing and posting journal entries in accordance with GAAP. Apply accrual accounting principles to ensure accurate financial reporting....

Staff Accountant

  • Bal Harbour, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Bal Harbour, FL
  • 1 day ago

Additional Information Job Number 25064160 Job Category Finance & Accounting Location The St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort, 9703 Collins Avenue, Bal Harbour, Florida, United States, 33154 VIEW ON MAP...

HRO Associate District Manager - CPA Centric

  • Miami, FL
  • 6 days ago
  • Miami, FL
  • 6 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?...

Accountant IV

  • Tallahassee, FL
  • moments ago
  • Tallahassee, FL
  • moments ago

ACCOUNTANT IV 3.5 3.5 out of 5 stars Tallahassee, FL 32308 Requisition No: 850924 Agency: Agency for Health Care Administration Working Title: 68064857 - ACCOUNTANT IV Position Number: 68064857 Salary...

Special Projects Accountant Remote

  • Altamonte Springs, FL
  • 2 hours ago
  • Altamonte Springs, FL
  • 2 hours ago

The Accountant is responsible for posting the journal entries related to these functions....

Remote Work

Portfolio Accountant II

  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 3 hours ago
  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 3 hours ago

Position Type : Full time Type Of Hire : Experienced (relevant combo of work and education) Education Desired : Bachelor of Accounting Travel Percentage : 0% Job Description We are FIS. Our...

Senior Accountant

  • Orlando, FL
  • 3 hours ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 3 hours ago

Responsibilities of the Senior Accountant: Produce and manage error-free accounting reports and general ledgers Prepare and review monthly account reconciliations and journal entries Lead month-end...

Accountant (IME) (18284)

  • Tallahassee, FL
  • 4 hours ago
  • Tallahassee, FL
  • 4 hours ago

& Manufacturing Engineering (IME) at the Florida A&M University (FAMU)-Florida State University (FSU) College of Engineering is pleased to announce the acceptance of qualified applications for the Accountant...

Staff Accountant

  • Maitland, FL
  • 4 hours ago
  • Maitland, FL
  • 4 hours ago

Essential Functions: Actively participates in month-end closing by posting journal entries, and compiling and analyzing financial information in order to prepare financial statements and supporting...

Accountant I

  • Orlando, FL
  • 4 hours ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 4 hours ago

Hannover Life Reassurance Company of America (Hannover Re) is currently seeking talented candidates for a full-time Accountant I position....

Accountant II

  • Juno Beach, FL
  • 4 hours ago
  • Juno Beach, FL
  • 4 hours ago

Position Specific Description NextEra Energy Inc. and Florida Power and Light are seeking an Internal Controls/SOX Accountant II at the corporate headquarters in Juno Beach....

Senior Accountant

  • Maitland, FL
  • 8 hours ago
  • Maitland, FL
  • 8 hours ago

Senior Accountant Job Responsibilities: - Perform month-end close procedures, including general ledger, account reconciliations, and variance analysis - Create, review, and post journal entries - Provide...

Project Accountant

  • Orlando, FL
  • 9 hours ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 9 hours ago

Overview Kimley-Horn is looking for a Project Accountant to join our Orlando, FL office! This is a full time in-office role....

GL Accountant

  • Lake Mary, FL
  • 9 hours ago
  • Lake Mary, FL
  • 9 hours ago

degree required: Accounting or Finance preferred 2+ years of relevant job experience Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles [GAAP] Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel for data...

Demographic Data for Florida

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Florida

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Florida 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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