Accountant Jobs in Boston, MA

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

  • Boston, MA
  • 8 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 8 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

  • Mansfield, MA (24 miles from Boston, MA)
  • moments ago
  • Mansfield, MA (24 miles from Boston, MA)
  • moments ago

Journal Entries and Reconciliations: Prepare and record monthly journal entries. Maintain certain balance sheet reconciliations and ensure timely resolution of reconciling items....

Senior Accountant, Debt (Hybrid)

  • Boston, MA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 1 hour ago

Position Summary The Senior Accountant, Debt will produce monthly financial statements for assigned portfolio of debt investments....

2026 Staff Accountant - Andover

  • Andover, MA (20 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Andover, MA (20 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 4 hours ago

Position Summary Novogradac & Company LLP is searching for a Staff Accountant to join our fast-growing firm....

2026 Staff Accountant - Boston

  • Boston, MA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 4 hours ago

Position Summary Novogradac & Company LLP is searching for a Staff Accountant to join our fast-growing firm....

Property Accountant

  • Boston, MA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 4 hours ago

Kforce's client, a leading Boston-area developer, is in search of a Property Accountant....

Senior Accountant (Remote/Flexible)

  • Acton, MA (21 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Acton, MA (21 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 23 hours ago

The Senior Accountant will be responsible for the monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting processes related to general expenses, including the preparation of journal entries and account reconciliations...

Accountant Wanted

  • Marshfield, MA (24 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Marshfield, MA (24 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Accountant Wanted (Marshfield) compensation: TBD Busy south shore restaurant looking for accountant familiar with restaurant business accounting. Please get back to us. Thank you. post id: ... [ ]...

Accountant Junior

  • Framingham, MA (19 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Framingham, MA (19 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Accountant - Junior Job Responsibilities: Maintain the accuracy and integrity of the Stock Ledger through the preparation and reconciliation of various financial adjustments....

Staff Accountant I (hybrid)

  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago

This includes journal entries, budget performance reports, detail trial balance reports, journal entry logs, account reconciliation reports, expanded labor cost report, and various other supporting...

Tax Accountant

  • Winchester, MA (7 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Winchester, MA (7 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Tax Accountant A Top CPA firm in the area is looking to add a Tax Accountant to their team. This stable and growing firm offers their clients valuable knowledge and expertise in tax....

Corporate Accountant I (Lowell Regional Office)

  • Lowell, MA (23 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lowell, MA (23 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities Accurately record all incoming payments and ensure timely journal entries. Process and journalize outgoing ACH and wire transfers....

Staff Accountant

  • Woburn, MA (10 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Woburn, MA (10 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Staff Accountant M-F 8-5 PM Woburn, Ma $65K-$75K Ledgent Finance & Accounting is looking for a permanent Staff Accountant for a client in Woburn, MA....

Staff Accountant Accounts Receivable

  • Woburn, MA (10 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Woburn, MA (10 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 2 days ago

entries, and ensure all month end closing procedures pertaining to Accounts Receivable are completed.Post all Cash receipts in SAP daily (including bank lockbox, ACH and wire deposits).Support the...

Accountant Specialist

  • Framingham, MA (19 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Framingham, MA (19 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Accountant Specialist Accounting & Finance $ 33.38 / Hour location_on Framingham, Massachusettspass_calibration Remote work_outline Contract/Temporary favorite_border JOB ON CANDIDATE PORTAL COPY LINK...

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Boston, MA

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Boston, MA 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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